Creative Producer, Junior Art Director Job at Jonathan Adler in New York

Title: Creative Producer, Junior Art Director

Reports to: SVP & Creative Director

Location: Hybrid (Mon – Thurs onsite at our NYC HQ; Friday WFH)

Job Summary: Jonathan Adler is seeking a Creative Producer, Junior Art Director to support the evolution of our visual storytelling across photoshoots, product presentations, and trade show environments. This hybrid role blends hands-on styling, creative production, and visual merchandising with an art-director mindset, ideal for someone with a refined aesthetic sensibility, strong organizational abilities, and a passion for creating beautiful, highly polished work.

This person will work closely with the SVP & Creative Director, and the Head of Brand Creative, playing a key role in how the Jonathan Adler brand shows up in photography, catalogs, product launches, retail/trade environments, and large-scale brand moments.

Key Responsibilities

Photoshoot Styling & Creative Production

• Lead styling for seasonal editorial, catalog, and ecommerce shoots—bringing Jonathan Adler’s Modern American Glamour visual identity to life with clarity and precision.
• Production of detailed shot lists and coordination of the shot lists with our NC Photo studio.
• Support Ben and Heather in developing creative direction, references, shot lists, and visual narratives for each shoot.
• Manage on-set execution: styling, propping, layout continuity, shot flow, and timing.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, models/talent, and external production partners to ensure brand consistency across all imagery.
• Contribute to casting considerations and talent sourcing as needed.
• Provide selects guidance, retouching notes, and post-production oversight to maintain high visual standards.

Trade Show & Visual Presentation

• Own the design, planning, and creative development of Jonathan Adler’s trade show presence—from concept through execution.
• Partner with Ben, Heather, and cross-functional teams to develop layouts, product vignettes, signage, and storytelling moments that feel polished, unexpected, and unmistakably JA.
• Support build-outs, installation, and on-site styling during trade shows and special brand events.
• Produce CAD drawings, layouts, and renderings to communicate design intent and spatial planning (CAD proficiency strongly preferred).

Creative Development & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Brand Creative, Product Design, Visual Merchandising, and Marketing to bring creative initiatives from concept to completion.
• Conduct visual research, build mood boards, and gather references that enrich campaigns, catalogs, and seasonal storytelling.
• Maintain a strong grasp of the JA design language and ensure visual consistency across all channels.
• Help manage organizational aspects of creative production, such as prop inventory, sample tracking, and shoot logistics.
• Assist with special creative projects including window concepts, showroom resets, and experiential brand moments.

Process, Planning & Efficiency

• Support budget tracking for shoots and trade show production: estimates, approvals, invoicing, and cost-saving recommendations.
• Identify workflow improvements and implement creative production efficiencies across shoots and exhibitions.
• Help maintain a positive, solutions-oriented environment that upholds exceptionally high creative standards.

What You Bring

• 2–4 years experience in a creative role such as art direction, creative production, styling, spatial design, or visual merchandising.
• A portfolio that demonstrates refined taste, visual clarity, and a strong creative point of view.
• Proficiency (or working knowledge) in CAD software, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or spatial render programs.
• Strong understanding of photography, styling, composition, lighting, and editorial sensibilities.
• On-set experience with styling, production, or shoot management is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to take and apply feedback with professionalism.
• A proactive, enthusiastic, problem-solving mindset; someone who thrives in a creative, highly collaborative environment.
• A deep appreciation for interior design, product design, culture, and the broader Jonathan Adler aesthetic.

Professional Characteristics

• Creative thinker with strong aesthetic intuition
• Initiative-driven
• Calm, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
• Highly organized with strong follow-through
• Confident communicator and collaborator

Personal Characteristics

• Curious
• Passionate
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Culturally aware
• Energized by great design and storytelling

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• Exclusive employee merchandise discounts

Salary: The anticipated base salary is $80k - $100k annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, internal equity, and location.

This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary. The compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, market data, and business needs.