Amika, LLC.
amika means friend. we’re a fearless, Brooklyn-born, salon-raised haircare brand + a friend to all hair, hairstylists, the planet + you.
we’re rooted in clinical results. each product is infused with our intoxicating scent + powered by our superfruit soul, sea buckthorn. known as one of earth’s most omega-rich plant sources, this potent berry nourishes your skin, scalp + strands.
we’re a proud pal to the planet + certified B-Corp. from sustainably sourced ingredients + recyclable packaging to our energy-saving production processes, we pledge to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, waste + energy to reach Net Zero by 2030.
having grown up in salons, we know better than anyone how important stylists are—they’re our confidantes + community. Think of us as your at-home hairapist, here to empower self-expression + bring joy to your haircare experience. all hair is welcome™.
the job:
amika is looking for an Art Director, Social to join our in-house creative team and lead how the brand shows up across social platforms. This role is ideal for an art director who is a self-starter , thrives in fast-paced environments, and thinks natively in social-first ideas, formats, and visual language.
You’ll concept, create, and execute all social content - owning the work from idea through capture and post-production. You’ll collaborate closely with creative, social, and marketing partners to bring culturally fluent, platform-native ideas to life across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and emerging channels. This is a highly visible role with real creative ownership at a globally loved beauty brand.
salary: $130,000 - $140,000 + bonus
location: hybrid (must be based in NYC, work onsite 3 days a week + have the right to work in the US)
what you'll do:
Concept and art direct all social-first content , including organic, paid, and campaign extensions
Translate brand and campaign ideas into platform-native social executions that feel timely, bold, and culturally relevant
Lead social content captures, including in-house shoots, creator content, BTS, and quick-turn moments
Create social content ranging from designed graphics to video content.
Direct talent, creators, and stylists to ensure content feels authentic, elevated, and on-brand
Partner closely with video editors and motion designers to shape final social edits, guiding pacing, framing, typography, and overall visual tone for social content
Ensure all social assets maintain creative integrity while adapting to different formats and aspect ratios
Collaborate with Creative, Social, and Marketing teams to support launches, initiatives, and always-on content
Stay deeply tapped into social trends, visual language, and platform best practices
Partner with Director of social to set up an ownable framework around our social content strategy
Push creative boundaries while ensuring consistency with amika’s brand POV
must haves:
3+ years of professional experience as an Art Director or designer with a strong focus on social or digital content
Proven background in content creation and graphic design , with the ability to concept and execute visually compelling on brand social work
Proven self-starter who can independently own social creative from idea through execution
Strong understanding of TikTok, Instagram, youtube, and short-form video best practices
Experience leading content captures and collaborating closely with post-production
Strong eye for composition, typography, motion, and visual storytelling
nice to haves:
Experience in beauty, fashion, lifestyle, or culture-driven brands
Video editing experience (Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar)
Comfort working with creators, influencers, and talent
Motion or animation experience (After Effects, social motion systems)
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere)
ready to apply?
please click the link below that will bring you to our careers page where you can submit your application + resume (cover letter optional). a member of our team will be in touch soon!
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