Art Director
Spectraforce Technologies, Plano, TX, United States
Job Title:
Art Director
Location:
Plano, TX (Hybrid: Tue-Thu On-site / Mon & Fri Remote)
Duration:
6 Months (C2H)
We are seeking an experienced Art Director who is a true multidisciplinary powerhouse. This role is ideal for a visual storyteller who goes beyond design layouts—someone who can craft compelling narratives, capture original content, and bring ideas to life through motion.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Experience Design:
Develop engaging customer experiences and touchpoints across digital and physical channels.
Agile Video Production:
Lead lean, high-impact video shoots—from concepting and storyboarding to directing and camera operation—producing authentic content for social, web, and internal platforms.
Motion & Storytelling:
Transform concepts and footage into dynamic visual stories using motion design tools such as Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Digital Product Collaboration:
Create high-fidelity prototypes in Figma, ensuring designs align with HTML/CSS capabilities and constraints.
Strategic Partnership:
Collaborate with brand managers, marketers, and data teams to translate complex insights into compelling, performance-driven creative—especially for B2B audiences.
Leadership & Ownership:
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, mentor junior designers, and oversee contractors or agency partners when needed.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Resourceful Maker:
Hands‑on creator who can deliver high-quality output with minimal resources; comfortable shooting content using DSLR or mobile devices.
Verbal & Visual Thinker:
Ability to craft compelling copy that complements visual storytelling and ensures brand consistency.
Dynamic Storyteller:
Strong understanding of motion, pacing, and digital storytelling beyond static design.
Technically Fluent:
Deep understanding of how design translates into development, enabling seamless collaboration with engineers.
Technical Skills & Tools
Motion & Video:
Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro; hands‑on experience with lighting, sound, and camera operation.
Adobe Creative Suite:
Expert-level skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Product & UX Design:
Advanced experience with Figma (or similar tools) for web and app prototyping.
Web Fundamentals:
Strong understanding of HTML and CSS for design feasibility and developer collaboration.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical/military experience.
5+ years of experience in a creative agency, marketing agency, or in‑house creative team.
5+ years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
3+ years of experience with Premiere Pro and After Effects.
2+ years of experience using prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD).
3+ years of experience in email, mobile, and digital design.
Strong portfolio demonstrating integrated, multi‑channel campaigns.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of experience presenting to or working with senior leadership.
2+ years of experience in B2B marketing environments.
2+ years of experience working cross‑functionally.
Proven ability to lead or execute lean ("scrappy") photo/video shoots using DSLR or mobile equipment.
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Art Director
Location:
Plano, TX (Hybrid: Tue-Thu On-site / Mon & Fri Remote)
Duration:
6 Months (C2H)
We are seeking an experienced Art Director who is a true multidisciplinary powerhouse. This role is ideal for a visual storyteller who goes beyond design layouts—someone who can craft compelling narratives, capture original content, and bring ideas to life through motion.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Experience Design:
Develop engaging customer experiences and touchpoints across digital and physical channels.
Agile Video Production:
Lead lean, high-impact video shoots—from concepting and storyboarding to directing and camera operation—producing authentic content for social, web, and internal platforms.
Motion & Storytelling:
Transform concepts and footage into dynamic visual stories using motion design tools such as Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Digital Product Collaboration:
Create high-fidelity prototypes in Figma, ensuring designs align with HTML/CSS capabilities and constraints.
Strategic Partnership:
Collaborate with brand managers, marketers, and data teams to translate complex insights into compelling, performance-driven creative—especially for B2B audiences.
Leadership & Ownership:
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, mentor junior designers, and oversee contractors or agency partners when needed.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Resourceful Maker:
Hands‑on creator who can deliver high-quality output with minimal resources; comfortable shooting content using DSLR or mobile devices.
Verbal & Visual Thinker:
Ability to craft compelling copy that complements visual storytelling and ensures brand consistency.
Dynamic Storyteller:
Strong understanding of motion, pacing, and digital storytelling beyond static design.
Technically Fluent:
Deep understanding of how design translates into development, enabling seamless collaboration with engineers.
Technical Skills & Tools
Motion & Video:
Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro; hands‑on experience with lighting, sound, and camera operation.
Adobe Creative Suite:
Expert-level skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Product & UX Design:
Advanced experience with Figma (or similar tools) for web and app prototyping.
Web Fundamentals:
Strong understanding of HTML and CSS for design feasibility and developer collaboration.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical/military experience.
5+ years of experience in a creative agency, marketing agency, or in‑house creative team.
5+ years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
3+ years of experience with Premiere Pro and After Effects.
2+ years of experience using prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD).
3+ years of experience in email, mobile, and digital design.
Strong portfolio demonstrating integrated, multi‑channel campaigns.
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of experience presenting to or working with senior leadership.
2+ years of experience in B2B marketing environments.
2+ years of experience working cross‑functionally.
Proven ability to lead or execute lean ("scrappy") photo/video shoots using DSLR or mobile equipment.
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