Senior Art Director

23 hours ago

Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines MarketConnect Inc Full-time

Senior Art Director in an advertising agency leads the visual and creative side of campaigns. They conceptualize compelling visual strategies, ensure creative quality, manage a team of designers and artists, and collaborate with copywriters, account teams, and clients to deliver high-impact work across multiple media channels.

Responsibilities

  • Creative Concept & Ideation
    • Develop and pitch big ideas/creative concepts for campaigns (digital, print, outdoor, broadcast, social, etc.).
    • Collaborate with copywriters, strategists, planners, and account managers to translate briefs into visual narratives.
  • Design & Execution Oversight
    • Oversee production of design deliverables: layouts, illustrations, multimedia, motion graphics, video content, and photo direction.
    • Ensure all visual assets align with brand identity, quality standards, and client objectives.
    • Supervise photo/video shoots: from pre-production (briefing, scouting, storyboarding) to post-production.
  • Team Leadership and Mentoring
    • Lead/manage designers, junior art directors, external vendors/freelancers.
    • Provide feedback, mentorship, and guidance to help elevate their craft.
    • Assign tasks, balance workload, and ensure deliverables meet deadlines.
  • Client & Stakeholder Interaction
    • Present concepts and final designs to clients and/or internal stakeholders; explain design rationale.
    • Take feedback from clients/stakeholders and revise work while maintaining creative integrity.
  • Strategic & Brand Stewardship
    • Stay updated with visual, cultural, digital, and advertising trends; use insights to refresh creative approaches.
    • Maintain consistency in the brand’s visual identity across platforms and touch points.
  • Project Management & Workflow
    • Set and manage timelines, tasks, and budgets; ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
    • Coordinate with production, digital, media, and account teams to ensure seamless workflow.