Art Director, Digital

As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. The Art Director develops strong visual concepts and brings creative ideas to life across print, digital, and basic motion channels. This role partners with clients and internal teams to deliver on-brand solutions that support business goals. The ideal candidate is skilled in managing multiple projects, understanding production processes, and leveraging animation and emerging AI tools to enhance creative output.
Lead the design and execution of visual concepts that align with marketing objectives.
Review and approve design work to ensure quality and brand consistency.
Provide clear feedback, coaching, and direction to team members.
Develop creative assets for print, digital, and basic motion/animation.
Interpret creative briefs and guide clients on brand execution.
Produce rough concepts, layouts, and digital comps.
Prepare and edit digital assets, proofs, and final production files.
Support project workflow by managing priorities and deadlines.
Collaborate with cross-functional creative, production, and client teams.
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality across deliverables.
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or equivalent experience
Experience:

5–10 years in retail, print, or digital design environments; Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite; Working knowledge of animation and motion basics (After Effects, animated graphics, GIFs).
Experience using AI tools for design (ideation, layout support, image enhancement, asset creation).
Understanding of printing, prepress, and digital output processes.
Familiarity with digital advertising, web graphics, and UI templates.
Strong understanding of branding, marketing, and creative strategy.
Clean file-building skills, including templates and style sheets.
We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws.