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Art Director (Future Opportunity)

ICF Next, Reston, VA, USA

Pay: $74,090-$125,954/yr

Job type: Contract


Role Overview This role is contingent upon contract award. While not an immediate opening, we are actively interviewing and may extend offers in anticipation of the award, with start dates dependent upon contract finalization.
You start with the idea. You can look at a brief and quickly see the best angle, the way in to tell the story and have it hold up across channels.
You partner closely with writers and strategists from the start, building and refining the work together. You push the thinking and help turn strategy and audience insights into compelling concepts worth making.
As an art director, you’re in the thick of the work. You love the craft, but you know it’s in service of the idea. You design, build, and refine, bringing ideas to life across campaigns, digital experiences and content.
We work on complex challenges where the stakes are real. The expectations are high. The opportunity to create meaningful work is real.
Responsibilities Lead concept development in partnership with writers and strategists
Create compelling visual systems, campaigns, and brand worlds
Lead projects from planning to execution
Present with clarity and confidence
Manage multiple projects without sacrificing craft
Stay tapped into trends, new tools and technologies
Work closely with production partners throughout execution
Collaborate across internal and external teams
Qualifications 5+ years of art direction experience
A portfolio that shows strong ideas and polished execution across platforms
Photo and video direction fundamentals (light, composition, pacing)
Ability to turn strategy into compelling visual stories
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and curiosity around AI tools
A bachelor’s degree in art, design, or equivalent experience in a related field
Additional Professional Attributes Strong eye for typography, layout, color, and composition
Experience working across integrated campaigns
Ability to contribute to concept development and push the work forward
Confidence presenting work and engaging in creative discussions
Attention to detail and consistency
Ability to give and receive feedback in a collaborative environment
What We Offer Flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
Competitive benefits, including healthcare and retirement plans
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A collaborative environment with opportunities to connect across teams
Opportunities to contribute to social impact and community initiatives
EEO & Accessibility We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For more information, refer to our EEO policy.
Pay Range $74,090.00 - $125,954.00 (Nationwide Remote Office, US99)

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