Digitas is hiring: Art Director in El Segundo

Art Director

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. We are in office 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
Additional information:
Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. 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, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. Compensation Range: $87,696.00 Annually - $$90,000.00 Annually.