Brand Art Director Job at RealTruck, Inc. in ann arbor

Position Summary

The Art Director will be responsible for the execution of digital, print, event, or retail projects for the organization. This role will aid the in‑house graphic artists team to deliver high‑impact creative, visual centers, and ad hoc projects that create visually compelling experiences for both wholesale and consumer audiences while ensuring alignment with brand strategy and marketing objectives.

Core Functions

• Lead and execute creative projects across digital, social media, print, event, and/or retail, including brand and promotional campaigns, landing pages, email, banners, print collateral, packaging, displays, fixture and overlay work, and more.
• Lead storytelling initiatives across various RealTruck brands.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Sales, and Product Development teams to understand project requirements and goals.
• Deliver assets that exhibit creative abilities and mastery of fundamentals for digital and traditional media.
• Review and approve design materials, ensuring they meet quality and brand guidelines.
• Work cross‑functionally and within the team to participate in all stages of the design process and deliver creative solutions.
• Communicate timelines and status, ensuring the appropriate concepts, themes, and messages are represented and presented to key stakeholders.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience designing for an agency or brand required.
• Portfolio review required.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Adobe Creative Suite mastery.
• Capable of responding fluidly to Executive Creative Director and stakeholder requests.
• Collaborative relationship builder.
• Ability to work with virtual teams across multiple offices.
• Ability to pivot based on project requirements and changes in scope.
• Self‑starting creator capable of performing at a high level in a fast‑paced, collaborative, ever‑changing environment.

Travel

• Occasional travel required; 10%‑15% total.

Competencies

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes, manages competing demands, and adjusts approach to fit the situation.
• Storytelling – Crafts clear, compelling narratives and translates ideas, brand strategy, and insights into cohesive visual stories.
• Design – Generates creative solutions, applies design principles, and demonstrates attention to detail.
• Social Media Acumen – Understands social platforms and trends, designs work optimized for social‑first formats, and collaborates to drive engagement.
• Innovative – Displays original thinking, meets challenges resourcefully, and generates innovative approaches.
• Content Production Knowledge – Leads and supports large‑scale photo and video shoots, manages timelines, budgets, and resources to deliver high‑quality work.
• Judgement – Makes decisions, supports reasoning, includes appropriate stakeholders, and acts timely.
• Professionalism – Approaches others tactfully, remains composed under pressure, and follows through on commitments.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities, welcomes feedback, and contributes to a positive team spirit.
• Verbal Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively, listens, clarifies, and demonstrates group presentation skills.

Physical Activities

• This position involves talking and hearing.

Visual Acuity

• The worker must have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, visual inspection of small defects or parts, and using measurement devices.

Working Conditions

• This position operates in a professional hybrid office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Perks That Go The Extra Mile

At RealTruck, we take care of our people—because they drive our success. Enjoy benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage; company‑paid life insurance and disability; a 401(k) with company match; wellbeing days; parental leave; educational reimbursement; referral bonuses; and employee discounts on RealTruck products.

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