Art Director Job at Frey Design in Roselle

Join Frey Design as our next Art Director. We are looking for a Chicago-area creative leader with strong digital instincts, elevated design taste, and a passion for building modern brands. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in web-first creative, leads original visual direction, and embraces AI as part of the future of design.

Key Responsibilities

Lead digital-first design across websites, branding, and campaigns

Define creative direction and visual systems for client brands

Drive original concept development, not just execution

Partner with the Creative Director on high-level design vision

Mentor designers and raise overall creative quality

Use AI tools to accelerate ideation, exploration, and iteration

Ensure design work is modern, refined, and on brand

Present creative ideas in client reviews and internal critiques

Stay ahead of web, brand, and visual design trends

Qualifications & Skills

Portfolio showing strong web, brand, and visual identity work

Expertise in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite

Familiarity with AI-assisted creative tools and workflows

Strong typography, layout, and digital design fundamentals

2 to 5 years of agency experience preferred

Confident leading creative conversations and critiques

Ability to manage multiple projects with fast timelines

Bachelor’s degree in Design or related field is a plus

On-site in Roselle, IL, four days per week

Benefits of Working at Frey

Medical, dental, and vision Insurance

401K with company match

Half-day summer Fridays (May through September)

Hybrid office setting (in-office four days/week)

15 days of paid time off (PTO)

Paid holiday schedule

Full bar with beer on tap at all times

Fully stocked kitchen with groceries delivered weekly

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