Assistant Art Director CGI Temp - West Elm
Williams-Sonoma, Inc., New York, NY, United States
Brooklyn, NY, United States
Job Description About the Role
This Photo–CGI–AI Assistant Art Director role helps drive the look, feel, and execution of our photo-realistic product CGI-AI assets and digital photography both in-studio and for CGI / AI workflows. Proper design and art direction, combined with the right content, drives customer engagement with the brand. Visual content created in this role directly translates business needs into compelling imagery that ultimately drives revenue.
This position supports high-volume, Photo-AI-driven image production while also contributing to broader CGI, rendering, and digital photography initiatives. It requires a highly organized, process-oriented, and extremely detail-focused creative leader who thrives in structured workflows, moves quickly without sacrificing accuracy, and works confidently within defined brand and production standards.
You will collaborate cross-functionally to translate creative direction into consistent, brand-aligned, photo-realistic imagery across ecommerce and digital channels. This includes structured prompt development, image refinement, interior scene direction, asset organization, quality assurance, and process optimization. The ideal candidate is agile, adaptable, and comfortable evolving workflows while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
A strong understanding of architecture, interior design, photography, lighting, composition, decorating, visual branding, and emerging AI-driven creative tools is essential.
Responsibilities
Photo Art Direction & Visual Execution
Provide art direction, interior design, and styling of room scenes for photorealistic photo, CGI/rendering, and AI image outputs (architecture; interior/exterior environments; materials; composition; lighting; propping; window scenes; crops; post-production; color temperature; retouching direction; etc.)
Translate art direction into structured AI prompts to produce consistent, on-brand imagery for high-volume single- and multi-SKU needs
Generate, review, refine, version, and QA AI, CGI, and photographic imagery with extreme attention to detail
Ensure assets are presented and shared in final and intended crops
Maintain full ownership and responsibility for assets produced on-set and digitally, contributing to end-to-end planning, execution, and post-production
Coordinate prop and product pairings with Art Direction and Styling teams; edit, make shot direction calls, approve selects, oversee lighting and retouching notes
Provide feedback and direction during collaborative reviews, proofing, and QA processes
Ensure strict adherence to brand standards, style guides, and visual guidelines
Develop and maintain Photo / CGI / AI visual standards for lighting, composition, and room environments by product category
AI & Production Workflow Support
Support high-volume AI image production within structured workflows
Maintain highly organized file structures, naming conventions, tracking documents, and asset libraries
Build and contribute to Photo / CGI / AI libraries (models, materials, scenes, props) and optimize asset reuse strategies
Identify inconsistencies or production challenges and proactively recommend solutions
Refine Photo / CGI / AI pipeline workflows, tools, and processes
Support documentation and continuous improvement of processes as efficiencies and learnings are identified
Manage time effectively to meet high-volume production deadlines
Demonstrate strong attention to detail in final outputs
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Creative Operations, Art Direction, Site & Photo Merchant partners, Post-Production, Product Design, and Digital Design teams
Communicate clearly cross-functionally to ensure assets are compelling, on-brand, on-deadline, and efficiently project-managed
Project manage delivery schedules and milestones for creative development, modeling/rendering, image outputs, and production timelines
Collaborate with product designers, photography, post-production, and merchant teams for asset approvals
Attend corporate creative meetings to maintain alignment with business goals and creative direction
Recruit, direct, and/or mentor third-party CGI/AI vendors and artists as needed
Proactively identify talent or resource gaps that may affect quality or delivery
Research & Creative Development
Research and compile inspiration/references for Photo, CGI, Render, and AI creative planning
Research photography, styling, interiors, art/design trends, talent, vendors, and best-in-class partners
Stay current on emerging AI tools, creative technologies, and competitive landscape
Bring cost-effective creative ideas and solutions while supporting asset development and brand growth
Contribute to the development and maintenance of style guides, creative tools, and visual strategy
Demonstrate strong storytelling and narrative capability in visual execution
Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in Art / Design
2–5+ years working in 3D photorealistic imaging; experience managing CG creative and/or production teams is a plus
Professional experience in photography, CGI design, rendering, or AI-generated imagery with a portfolio emphasizing interior design, home furnishings, and/or architecture
Strong understanding of photo art direction, CGI/rendering, and AI image creation
Experience in photorealistic rendering and digital image creation using CG software (AutoCAD, 3DS Max, Maya, Blender, etc.) and rendering tools (Vray, Octane, Corona, FStormRender) or AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney, etc.)
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, Capture One; Airtable and file management systems knowledge a plus
Experience in model and material preparation for rendering and all pre- and post-rendering tasks
On-set photography and studio experience a plus (production planning, prop sourcing, lighting, post-production workflows)
Experience working with high-volume asset development and management
Demonstrated success developing and refining processes within an organization
Excellent people and project management skills
Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to multitask and prioritize
Ability to balance creative excellence with business goals and ecommerce objectives
Strong understanding of what inspires customer purchase decisions and required visual information for ecommerce
Macro-to-micro thinking: able to understand big-picture digital strategy while executing daily creative tasks
Strong understanding of architecture, interiors, decorating, materials, lighting, and composition
High taste level, discerning eye, and advanced artistic sensibilities in interior design composition, lighting, texture, and color
Ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced, reactive environment
Process-oriented, solution-driven mindset with strong attention to detail
Agile and adaptable in an evolving content creation landscape
This role requires being onsite in the Dumbo Brooklyn office
Key Attributes
Highly organized, detail-driven, and process-oriented
Agile and adaptable while maintaining accuracy
Collaborative, communicative, and team-focused
Entrepreneurial spirit with innovation and creativity
Professionalism, maturity, emotional intelligence, and empathy
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Passion for design, interiors, art, and storytelling
Excitement about AI and emerging creative technologies
Drive for personal growth and inspiring others
Commitment to helping customers express their style and tell their story at home
Our Culture & Values We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
A generous discount on all WSI brands
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
Tax-free commuter benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
Resources for self-development
Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.
This is a 90-day, temporary exempt position with total compensation of $21,000 for the duration of the assignment
About Us Our Company Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.
Job Info
Job Identification 18174
Posting Date 04/01/2026, 08:50 PM
Locations 55 Water Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, US
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Job Description About the Role
This Photo–CGI–AI Assistant Art Director role helps drive the look, feel, and execution of our photo-realistic product CGI-AI assets and digital photography both in-studio and for CGI / AI workflows. Proper design and art direction, combined with the right content, drives customer engagement with the brand. Visual content created in this role directly translates business needs into compelling imagery that ultimately drives revenue.
This position supports high-volume, Photo-AI-driven image production while also contributing to broader CGI, rendering, and digital photography initiatives. It requires a highly organized, process-oriented, and extremely detail-focused creative leader who thrives in structured workflows, moves quickly without sacrificing accuracy, and works confidently within defined brand and production standards.
You will collaborate cross-functionally to translate creative direction into consistent, brand-aligned, photo-realistic imagery across ecommerce and digital channels. This includes structured prompt development, image refinement, interior scene direction, asset organization, quality assurance, and process optimization. The ideal candidate is agile, adaptable, and comfortable evolving workflows while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
A strong understanding of architecture, interior design, photography, lighting, composition, decorating, visual branding, and emerging AI-driven creative tools is essential.
Responsibilities
Photo Art Direction & Visual Execution
Provide art direction, interior design, and styling of room scenes for photorealistic photo, CGI/rendering, and AI image outputs (architecture; interior/exterior environments; materials; composition; lighting; propping; window scenes; crops; post-production; color temperature; retouching direction; etc.)
Translate art direction into structured AI prompts to produce consistent, on-brand imagery for high-volume single- and multi-SKU needs
Generate, review, refine, version, and QA AI, CGI, and photographic imagery with extreme attention to detail
Ensure assets are presented and shared in final and intended crops
Maintain full ownership and responsibility for assets produced on-set and digitally, contributing to end-to-end planning, execution, and post-production
Coordinate prop and product pairings with Art Direction and Styling teams; edit, make shot direction calls, approve selects, oversee lighting and retouching notes
Provide feedback and direction during collaborative reviews, proofing, and QA processes
Ensure strict adherence to brand standards, style guides, and visual guidelines
Develop and maintain Photo / CGI / AI visual standards for lighting, composition, and room environments by product category
AI & Production Workflow Support
Support high-volume AI image production within structured workflows
Maintain highly organized file structures, naming conventions, tracking documents, and asset libraries
Build and contribute to Photo / CGI / AI libraries (models, materials, scenes, props) and optimize asset reuse strategies
Identify inconsistencies or production challenges and proactively recommend solutions
Refine Photo / CGI / AI pipeline workflows, tools, and processes
Support documentation and continuous improvement of processes as efficiencies and learnings are identified
Manage time effectively to meet high-volume production deadlines
Demonstrate strong attention to detail in final outputs
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Creative Operations, Art Direction, Site & Photo Merchant partners, Post-Production, Product Design, and Digital Design teams
Communicate clearly cross-functionally to ensure assets are compelling, on-brand, on-deadline, and efficiently project-managed
Project manage delivery schedules and milestones for creative development, modeling/rendering, image outputs, and production timelines
Collaborate with product designers, photography, post-production, and merchant teams for asset approvals
Attend corporate creative meetings to maintain alignment with business goals and creative direction
Recruit, direct, and/or mentor third-party CGI/AI vendors and artists as needed
Proactively identify talent or resource gaps that may affect quality or delivery
Research & Creative Development
Research and compile inspiration/references for Photo, CGI, Render, and AI creative planning
Research photography, styling, interiors, art/design trends, talent, vendors, and best-in-class partners
Stay current on emerging AI tools, creative technologies, and competitive landscape
Bring cost-effective creative ideas and solutions while supporting asset development and brand growth
Contribute to the development and maintenance of style guides, creative tools, and visual strategy
Demonstrate strong storytelling and narrative capability in visual execution
Criteria
Bachelor’s degree in Art / Design
2–5+ years working in 3D photorealistic imaging; experience managing CG creative and/or production teams is a plus
Professional experience in photography, CGI design, rendering, or AI-generated imagery with a portfolio emphasizing interior design, home furnishings, and/or architecture
Strong understanding of photo art direction, CGI/rendering, and AI image creation
Experience in photorealistic rendering and digital image creation using CG software (AutoCAD, 3DS Max, Maya, Blender, etc.) and rendering tools (Vray, Octane, Corona, FStormRender) or AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney, etc.)
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, Capture One; Airtable and file management systems knowledge a plus
Experience in model and material preparation for rendering and all pre- and post-rendering tasks
On-set photography and studio experience a plus (production planning, prop sourcing, lighting, post-production workflows)
Experience working with high-volume asset development and management
Demonstrated success developing and refining processes within an organization
Excellent people and project management skills
Strong organizational skills, time management, and ability to multitask and prioritize
Ability to balance creative excellence with business goals and ecommerce objectives
Strong understanding of what inspires customer purchase decisions and required visual information for ecommerce
Macro-to-micro thinking: able to understand big-picture digital strategy while executing daily creative tasks
Strong understanding of architecture, interiors, decorating, materials, lighting, and composition
High taste level, discerning eye, and advanced artistic sensibilities in interior design composition, lighting, texture, and color
Ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced, reactive environment
Process-oriented, solution-driven mindset with strong attention to detail
Agile and adaptable in an evolving content creation landscape
This role requires being onsite in the Dumbo Brooklyn office
Key Attributes
Highly organized, detail-driven, and process-oriented
Agile and adaptable while maintaining accuracy
Collaborative, communicative, and team-focused
Entrepreneurial spirit with innovation and creativity
Professionalism, maturity, emotional intelligence, and empathy
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Passion for design, interiors, art, and storytelling
Excitement about AI and emerging creative technologies
Drive for personal growth and inspiring others
Commitment to helping customers express their style and tell their story at home
Our Culture & Values We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.
People First Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
A generous discount on all WSI brands
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
Tax-free commuter benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
Resources for self-development
Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.
This is a 90-day, temporary exempt position with total compensation of $21,000 for the duration of the assignment
About Us Our Company Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.
Job Info
Job Identification 18174
Posting Date 04/01/2026, 08:50 PM
Locations 55 Water Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, US
#J-18808-Ljbffr