Art Director Job at Gratsy in Bentonville

About Gratsy

Gratsy is a female‑founded experiential marketing agency that brings brands to life through unforgettable product experiences. We don’t just market products – we put them directly into consumers’ hands and create moments they actually remember.

Job Summary

As Art Director at Gratsy, you will execute high‑quality visual design and production‑ready assets for our experiential marketing campaigns. Your role brings creative concepts to life through strong layout, typography, and visual storytelling across physical, digital, and presentation‑based mediums.

Responsibilities

Translate creative briefs into thoughtful, brand‑aligned design solutions

Contribute ideas during brainstorms and kickoff meetings

Develop concepts from initial idea through final execution that meet experiential goals

Design files that are accurate, press‑ready, and require minimal revisions across multiple mediums, including: event signage, environmental graphics, packaging, promotional materials, social and digital assets, and presentation decks

Build production‑ready files with correct specs, versioning, and handoff

Research client brands and understand visual systems and guidelines

Apply brand standards consistently across all deliverables

Adapt designs appropriately for different retailers, environments, and audiences

Partner with Copy, Client Services, Events, Talent, and Operations to ensure creative work supports timelines and cross‑functional needs

Participate in kickoff meetings and creative reviews

Incorporate feedback professionally and efficiently

Maintain a high bar of expectations for layout, typography, color, and composition

Proof all work prior to delivery to ensure creative output meets Gratsy’s quality standards

Stay aware of design trends and experiential innovations

Exhibit exemplary alignment with our core values, mission, and vision here at Gratsy

Comply with all company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned

Education & Related Experience Required

High school diploma or equivalent required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred

2+ years of professional experience in a similar role at an agency or experiential marketing firm

Portfolio required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong conceptual thinking and design execution

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

PowerPoint proficiency for client‑facing decks

Strong attention to detail and time management

Clear communication and openness to feedback without ego

Shopper marketing or experiential design experience preferred

Exposure to 3D rendering software (preferably Blender), AI software, and other emerging creative tools

A valid driver’s license and ability to be covered under Gratsy’s insurance policy are required

Work Schedule and Location
Hybrid onsite environment. Team members based at Gratsy’s Bentonville, AR office will be onsite Tuesday through Thursday and remotely on Monday and Friday, depending on business needs.

401(k) Plan
Eligible employees can participate in the company’s 401(k) plan where Gratsy matches employee contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 4% of annual salary.

Paid Time Off/Company Holidays
Employees receive 10 paid holidays and 20 days of paid time off annually, plus additional flexible time during the holiday season.

Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental plans; full coverage of short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance; wellness fringe benefits.

Gratsy is committed to maintaining a safe, professional, and compliant workplace. All final candidates may be required to complete a background check and drug screening, where permitted by law. Background checks will include verification of employment history, education, criminal history, and other job‑related information in accordance with applicable federal and Arkansas state laws. Drug screenings will be conducted consistent with company policy and state regulations. All background checks and screenings comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, applicable Arkansas law, and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidelines. A criminal record or positive drug test does not automatically disqualify an applicant; employment decisions are made based on job‑related criteria and business necessity.

Gratsy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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