Art Director Creative Services - TEMP

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.YOUR MISSION:We are currently looking for an Art Director to work for Creative Services, PUMA’s Internal Creative Agency, out of our Boston Office. We are looking for someone who is focused on visual storytelling with a strong aesthetic sense for art direction, video, and digital content. The candidate should be culturally connected and passionate, with a genuine knowledge and passion for arts, culture, streetwear and fashion. We’re seeking someone who is innovative, collaborative, and ambitious – someone who genuinely wants to design cool stuff for our brand.Collaborate with the Associate Creative Director, Planners, Content Creators, and Business Units in the conception of both high- and low-production campaignsWork across all marketing channels to execute ideas that deliver on full funnel creative directions developed by Creative Services including assets for PR, Social, Paid Media, Ecomm, In-Store, etc.Be a leading voice in both Creative Services and cross-departmental brainstorming sessionsWork with the Creative Services senior management to review and align with briefs for marketing campaigns and other communications initiativesLead creative productions by identifying and briefing external partners including photographers, illustrators, animators, production companies, independent content creatorsWork with Creative Services leadership and producers to plan and execute photoshoots, and other types of productions, including liaising with external creative partnersGuide external partners in the development of creative concepts and productionsOversee the development of clear, in-depth creative guidelines to aid in regional execution of global conceptsProvide feedback to production designers on ecommerce designs and other final assetsWork with Creative Services leadership to guide and oversee the post-production asset selection and retouching processAct as a leader within Creative Services, while leading and developing junior members of the Creative Services teamYOUR TALENT:Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design and/or relevant field of studyMinimum 7 years relevant experience is requiredDigitally focused, with versatile creative suite skills including a high proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, and Acrobat on MacA demonstrated ability to create proof of concepts for still photography and moving imagery such as gifs and video contentTop notch design skills and a working knowledge of digital designExceptional ability to see projects through all phases of implementation including: concept ideation, design development, and pre- and post- productionThorough understanding of creative process, color theory and typography as well as interactive, digital design and video storytellingExceptional presentation skills and proven ability to effectively work with senior management to brainstorm, design and strategize the fulfillment of marketing executionsExtensive experience directing and overseeing both studio and location photo shoots under aggressive, time-sensitive conditionsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to function autonomously and in a cooperative, diverse groupLeadership capabilities, including ability to manage, motivate and mentor others within work groupExperience in the footwear, athletic and/or apparel industry is a plusThe base pay for this position is $43 per hour + Product Discount.PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.