Social Media Art Director (hybrid, 1.5 yr contract)
Onward Search, Plano, TX, United States
Overview
The
Social Media Art Director
is a
creative thinker and visual storyteller
responsible for helping shape compelling,
social-first content
across
global and market-specific social platforms .
This role blends
concept development, hands-on design execution, and trend fluency
to drive
brand awareness and audience engagement
across key social channels. Working closely with a
multidisciplinary social creative team , this position supports the creation of visually engaging content that feels relevant, authentic, and platform-native.
Type: Long contract, Hybrid Schedule: Regular day hours Duration: 1.5 years or longer Pay: $30 - $34/hr, paid weekly, benefits eligible
Social Media Art Director Requirements •
1+ years of experience
in
design direction or art direction , ideally within a
social-first, beauty, fashion, or lifestyle
environment • A
strong portfolio
showcasing
visual storytelling
across
static, video, and social content formats • Solid understanding of
major social platforms
including
Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook , along with emerging content trends •
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite ;
motion or animation skills
(After Effects, Premiere) are a plus • Familiarity with
social content production , including a foundational understanding of
photo and video workflows • Strong eye for
composition, styling, and design , with interest in
motion and video craft • Ability to
collaborate cross-functionally , receive creative feedback, and iterate efficiently • Comfortable managing
multiple guided projects
while meeting deadlines in a
fast-paced environment • Demonstrated
curiosity, adaptability, and eagerness to learn , with openness to feedback • Passion for
beauty, culture, and storytelling , with interest in both
polished and lo‑fi content styles
Social Media Art Director Duties • Contribute to the
visual development and execution of social-first content
across multiple platforms • Design and deliver
channel-appropriate creative
for both
organic and paid social • Collaborate with
art directors, designers, videographers, photographers, copywriters, and strategists
to concept and execute content aligned with
brand and campaign objectives • Support
art direction for social-focused photo and video shoots , including
pre‑production planning and on‑set assistance • Partner with creative teammates to ensure
cohesive storytelling and high-quality execution • Assist in the development of
Social Playbooks , contributing
concepts, visual directions, and reusable templates • Stay current on
social trends, formats, and cultural moments , translating insights into
brand-relevant content ideas • Ensure all creative aligns with
platform best practices, audience behaviors, and established brand guidelines • Collaborate with
creators and influencers
to help bring
authentic social moments
to life • Actively contribute to a
collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment
Social Media Art Director
is a
creative thinker and visual storyteller
responsible for helping shape compelling,
social-first content
across
global and market-specific social platforms .
This role blends
concept development, hands-on design execution, and trend fluency
to drive
brand awareness and audience engagement
across key social channels. Working closely with a
multidisciplinary social creative team , this position supports the creation of visually engaging content that feels relevant, authentic, and platform-native.
Type: Long contract, Hybrid Schedule: Regular day hours Duration: 1.5 years or longer Pay: $30 - $34/hr, paid weekly, benefits eligible
Social Media Art Director Requirements •
1+ years of experience
in
design direction or art direction , ideally within a
social-first, beauty, fashion, or lifestyle
environment • A
strong portfolio
showcasing
visual storytelling
across
static, video, and social content formats • Solid understanding of
major social platforms
including
Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook , along with emerging content trends •
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite ;
motion or animation skills
(After Effects, Premiere) are a plus • Familiarity with
social content production , including a foundational understanding of
photo and video workflows • Strong eye for
composition, styling, and design , with interest in
motion and video craft • Ability to
collaborate cross-functionally , receive creative feedback, and iterate efficiently • Comfortable managing
multiple guided projects
while meeting deadlines in a
fast-paced environment • Demonstrated
curiosity, adaptability, and eagerness to learn , with openness to feedback • Passion for
beauty, culture, and storytelling , with interest in both
polished and lo‑fi content styles
Social Media Art Director Duties • Contribute to the
visual development and execution of social-first content
across multiple platforms • Design and deliver
channel-appropriate creative
for both
organic and paid social • Collaborate with
art directors, designers, videographers, photographers, copywriters, and strategists
to concept and execute content aligned with
brand and campaign objectives • Support
art direction for social-focused photo and video shoots , including
pre‑production planning and on‑set assistance • Partner with creative teammates to ensure
cohesive storytelling and high-quality execution • Assist in the development of
Social Playbooks , contributing
concepts, visual directions, and reusable templates • Stay current on
social trends, formats, and cultural moments , translating insights into
brand-relevant content ideas • Ensure all creative aligns with
platform best practices, audience behaviors, and established brand guidelines • Collaborate with
creators and influencers
to help bring
authentic social moments
to life • Actively contribute to a
collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment