AI Art Director Job at Ashley Furniture Industries in Arcadia

AI Art Direction & Visual Strategy Set visual direction for AI-generated imagery across all AFI brands and product lines Establish comprehensive AI imagery standards that maintain brand integrity and quality Develop creative briefs and visual guidelines specifically for AI-generated content Partner with creative teams to integrate AI imagery seamlessly with traditional photography and design Studio Output & Quality Management Oversee AI output and maintain quality standards for all AI-generated visual content Develop quality control processes and approval workflows for AI-generated imagery Ensure AI-generated content meets brand standards and commercial requirements Monitor and optimize AI production workflows for efficiency and consistency Team Education & Development Lead team education on new AI tools and techniques across the creative organization Develop training programs and best practices for AI tool adoption Mentor team members on AI art direction principles and creative applications Stay current with emerging AI technologies and assess their potential for creative implementation Process Innovation & Workflow Development Design and implement agentic workflows that scale AI production thoughtfully Create systematic approaches that combine AI efficiency with creative excellence Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate AI capabilities into existing creative processes Document and refine AI production methodologies for scalable implementation Required Qualifications Experience & Background 6+ years of professional art direction experience with demonstrated leadership in creative innovation Proven track record in visual content creation, photography, or digital imaging Portfolio featuring art direction created by AI and traditional photography required Experience in retail, furniture, or consumer goods industries preferred Core Competencies Advanced expertise in AI image generation tools Strong understanding of traditional photography and art direction principles Proficiency in creative software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) Excellent process design and workflow optimization skills Knowledge of emerging AI technologies and creative applications Leadership Skills Demonstrated ability to educate and inspire teams on new technologies Strong collaboration and cross-functional partnership capabilities Excellent communication skills with ability to present AI concepts to leadership Balance of innovative thinking with practical implementation expertise Change management experience in adopting new creative technologies Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr