Art Director Job at MINA BAIE in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA·Full-Time·On-Site, 5 Days a Week·Creative & Brand MINA BAIE is a modern accessories brand redefining the ‘mom’ bag category through thoughtful design, elevated materials, and honest representation of motherhood. Built for women navigating every stage of the journey, we believe function and fashion should coexist beautifully, and our storytelling reflects the real lives of the women who carry our bags. About the Opportunity We’re looking for an Art Director who can translate creative vision into clear, executable outcomes across campaign, e-commerce, and brand content. This role sits at the intersection of art direction and production. You will partner closely with the Creative Director to develop visual direction, lead day-to-day creative execution, and provide hands‑on production support to ensure ideas move efficiently from concept to launch. You’ll help maintain creative consistency across all brand touchpoints while supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of photoshoots and content production. We’re seeking someone with a deep understanding of brand, someone who is constantly collecting references, refining taste, and proactively building visual inspiration. You have a strong point of view and sharp creative instincts, with the ability to shape the work and ensure it is executed with strong attention to detail. You will report directly to the Creative Director and collaborate cross‑functional with Marketing, Product, and E‑commerce teams. What You\'ll Do: Art Direction Translate Creative Director vision into actionable visual direction Supports the development of concepts for campaign, e-commerce, and brand content Help guide photography, styling, casting, and set direction across shoots Ensure creative consistency across site, campaigns, social, and marketing channels Provide clear visual direction to designers, photographers, stylists, and content creators Provide light design support across marketing and campaign deliverables when needed Elevate creative output through thoughtful detail, refinement, and strong taste Production & Shoot Execution Support end-to-end photoshoot execution alongside the Creative Director Assist in building shot lists, creative decks, casting direction, and production plans Help coordinate production logistics including timelines, talent needs, and deliverables Act as on-set creative lead when appropriate, ensuring alignment with visual direction Troubleshoot creative and operational challenges during production Maintain momentum between concept approval and final asset delivery Partner with internal teams and freelance partners to ensure efficient execution E-Commerce & Content Oversight Oversee ongoing e-commerce photography direction and seasonal refreshes Ensure product imagery meets brand standards and commercial objectives Collaborate with design and marketing teams to align deliverables with campaign priorities Maintain clarity around asset needs, timelines, and creative expectations Creative Operations & Collaboration Support implementation of creative processes, tools, and workflows Maintain organized Figma boards, references, and creative documentation Communicate clearly across teams to reduce ambiguity and keep projects moving Anticipate gaps and proactively solve problems before they escape Balance creative ambition with business timelines and production realities Who You Are You combine creative taste with strong executional discipline You are able to interpret creative direction and translate it into clear, executable outcomes You are decisive and solution-oriented You are detail-oriented and take ownership You thrive in fast‑paced environments where clarity and momentum matter You are collaborative, communicative, and dependable on set and in process Nice To Have Experience working within fashion, accessories, or lifestyle brands Photoshoot production or on‑set leadership experience Strong understanding of commercial photography and lighting direction Experience managing freelance creatives or production partners Experience working in fast‑paced e-commerce or DTC environments Tools & Technology Creative & Design Figma — creative boards, planning, and collaboration Adobe Creative Suite — reference development Production & Planning Asana — project tracking and timelines Dropbox — asset organization and delivery Photography & Asset Workflow Capture One or Lightroom familiarity preferred Basic understanding of production workflows and file management How to Apply Send your resume and portfolio showcasing creative direction and executed work. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. Mina Baie is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr