Art Director

This role can be based out of either our New York City or Washington, D.C. office.Avōq is seeking an Art Director who turns imagination into impact. You'll work on behalf of our diverse roster of clients to invent creative concepts and bring them to life with elevated design. So if you solve problems with style — whether by pre-roll or product innovation, TV spot or PR stunt — we can't wait to talk to you.Who You AreAn interpreter who can visualize all the intangible pieces of a brand that don't readily translate to visual media.An effective communicator who can sway others to see things through your lens.WHAT YOU'LL DOPartner with a Copywriter to concept and execute breakthrough advertising to solve client problems and persuade audiencesProduce a variety of deliverables across all media including social, digital, video, print, radio, ooh, experiential, etc.Present and discuss the work with clarity and confidence, both internally and with clientsProvide creative insights and strategic advice to colleagues and clientsOversee video and still photography production and post-productionContribute to new business effortsRequirementsYOUR EXPERIENCE3-5 years of experience and an online portfolio demonstrating conceptual advertising art direction skillsCurrent on creative tactics and emerging marketing trendsExperience working directly with clients to pitch ideas and influence outcomesEffective verbal and listening communication skillsAble to manage multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously Understanding of user-experience design and web best practicesCommand of the Adobe Creative SuitePreference will be given to candidates with prior agency experience and/or an ad school degree, but a stellar portfolio and experience without a degree will be consideredCandidates need not possess every attribute listed above to qualify for a role. If you identify with this profile but don't quite meet all of the criteria we strongly encourage you to apply to joining our winning team!BenefitsAvōq prides itself on the kind of innovation that is only achieved through inclusive collaboration and equal opportunity. Maintaining a diverse staff of first-class talent (including those from BIPOC, LGBTQ communities, and others from historically underrepresented groups), and conferring a sense of value and belonging on each team member is central to our mission as expert communicators and advocates.The salary range for this role is $75,000 - 95,000 per yearWe offer a uniquely rich benefits package to support our team's quality of life outside of work that includes: 100% Company-paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance Paid parental leave 401(k) contributions Flexible, hybrid work arrangements (4 days in office) 12 paid company holidays per year, up to 39 days individual paid time off Winter break: Offices close the last week of the yearAvōq also provides necessary assistance or modifications to the application process for prospective candidates. If you need support, please reach out to Talent@teamavoq.com and include your full name and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.