Art Director

Overview

Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles is seeking a conceptually driven Art Director who believes in the power of creativity to move people and businesses forward. This role is for a visual storyteller who thrives on big ideas, craft excellence, and collaboration. You’ll partner closely with Copywriters, Designers, Strategists, and Producers to develop breakthrough creative across integrated campaigns.
We’re looking for someone who is curious, culturally attuned, and passionate about creating work that resonates emotionally and drives impact.
This role needs to be local to the Los Angeles area and we operate on a hybrid work week.
Responsibilities

Concept and execute innovative creative ideas across integrated campaigns including film, digital, social, print, OOH, and experiential
Partner with Copywriters and Creative Directors to develop compelling campaign concepts and visual systems
Translate strategic briefs into powerful visual storytelling that aligns with brand voice and objectives
Create and present mood boards, storyboards, layouts, and visual directions to internal teams and clients
Oversee and maintain visual quality and craft across all stages of production
Collaborate with Designers, Producers, Editors, and external partners to ensure creative excellence
Stay current on cultural trends, emerging technologies, and visual storytelling techniques
Present creative work clearly and confidently, articulating rationale and intent
Manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and creatively ambitious team culture
Qualifications

2–5+ years of experience in an Art Director role, preferably at a creative or advertising agency
Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptually driven, visually compelling campaign work across multiple channels
Exceptional sense of design, typography, composition, and visual storytelling
Experience developing integrated campaigns from concept through production
Strong presentation and communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams
High level of craft and attention to detail
Benefits

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
Accommodation & EEO

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation

Compensation Range: $87,696.00 Annually – $90,000.00 Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third‑party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be June 1, 2026.

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