6 Months FTC
Location: Poland Street London (3 days a week)
Department: Creative
Reports to: Associate Creative Director
Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
We’re seeking a highly conceptual, hands-on Art Director with strong creative instincts and a passion for turning ideas into high-impact, platform-native visuals. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can seamlessly move between big-picture thinking and detailed execution.
A strong background in advertising and marketing, the ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of social-first storytelling and know how to craft campaign work that resonates across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Meta etc. with a proven ability to craft compelling visuals and ideas that resonate with diverse audiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Creative Conceptualization
- Develop and execute innovative visual concepts across various media channels, including digital, social, print, and video.
- Art Direction
- Lead the visual direction of campaigns and projects from concept through to execution and final delivery, ensuring creative excellence at every stage.
- Visual Execution
- Create and oversee high-quality designs across static, motion and video formats, maintaining a high bar for craft, detail and consistency.
- Content Creation
- Be hands-on in the creation of social and digital content, delivering platform-appropriate assets that feel native and engaging.
- Collaboration
- Collaborate with copywriters to craft engaging storytelling and ideas, and with designers to translate those concepts into refined, high-impact visual executions.
- Client Engagement
- Confidently present ideas, articulate creative rationale and contribute to pitches and new business opportunities.
- Brand Stewardship
- Ensure all creative aligns with brand guidelines while continuously pushing boundaries to elevate the work.
- Trend & Platform Awareness
- Stay ahead of emerging trends, formats and platform behaviors to keep content fresh, relevant and effective.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 3+ years of experience as an Art Director, Senior Designer or similar role (agency experience preferably within an advertising or marketing agency).
- Skills: Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), with a solid understanding of video editing and motion graphics tools.
- Social Media Expertise: Deep understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.) and content strategies tailored to each.
- Creative Vision: Exceptional conceptual skills, with the ability to think outside the box and push creative boundaries.
- Versatility: A strong portfolio showcasing social, digital and campaign work, comfortable working across various mediums and channels, from traditional print to digital, motion and video-led content and social.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present ideas to clients and team members.
- Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail, with high standard of craft and execution. Alongside a keen eye for aesthetics and design principles.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and solve creative challenges efficiently.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with top-tier global brands across various industries. (Bonus if you bring experience across FMCG brands, particularly beauty/luxury.)
- Familiarity with video production, photography, and other forms of multimedia content creation.
- Knowledge of data-driven creative strategies and performance marketing.
- A deep understanding of production techniques and how to implement them into your thinking
- The ability to scamp ideas to help sell in ideas and explain rationale both internally & externally
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing their experience and creative vision to tag.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
tag. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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