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Senior Art Director Job at Autodesk in New York

Autodesk · New York, NY, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Position Overview
At Autodesk, we empower innovators to imagine, design, and make a better world. Our technology helps shape the buildings we inhabit, the products we rely on, and the experiences that connect us—transforming ideas into outcomes that matter.

We’re looking for a Senior Art Director to help elevate how that story is expressed visually. This role is for a creative leader who sees design as both craft and catalyst—someone who can set a bold visual direction while building systems that endure.

You’ll concept and direct high-impact, multi-channel campaigns that strengthen Autodesk’s brand and bring our technology to life in clear, human, and inspiring ways. Working closely with writers, designers, marketers, product leaders, and external partners, you’ll shape work that is thoughtful, ambitious, and grounded in real-world impact.

Beyond campaigns, you’ll help define and evolve the visual standards that guide Autodesk’s brand—creating coherence across touchpoints while leaving room for expression, experimentation, and growth.

At Autodesk, creativity is collaborative by nature. The strongest ideas emerge through shared thinking, trust, and constructive challenge. We value curiosity over certainty, generosity over ego, and creative ambition balanced with clarity and intention. Culture matters here, and we believe great teams create work that moves both people and industries forward.

Responsibilities

Lead the creative vision for brand campaigns, product launches, and defining moments—from early concept through final execution

Craft and direct visual narratives that express Autodesk’s purpose and bring complex technology into focus

Translate abstract ideas and technical depth into elegant, inspiring visual communication

Partner deeply with writers, designers, brand strategists, product marketing, and external creative teams

Provide visual direction for photography, illustration, motion, and video—guiding work hands-on or through trusted partners

Set and uphold a high visual bar across all branded creative, ensuring alignment with Autodesk’s evolving brand system

Help evolve Autodesk’s visual identity in ways that are distinctive, flexible, and built to scale

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years of experience as an Art Director, in-house and/or at a creatively respected agency, with a portfolio demonstrating strong work for modern technology brands

Bring exceptional visual design fundamentals with fluency across digital, social, film, print, and experiential channels

Have experience working with or experimenting in AI-assisted creative tools, generative systems, or emerging design workflows—and know when to use them and when not to

Are energized by motion, video, and dynamic systems—not just static design

Can confidently give creative direction in tools like Figma and PowerPoint, as well as on set

Think conceptually and strategically, and can translate ideas into compelling visual systems

Thrive in fast-moving environments and know how to scale ideas under tight timelines

Are deeply invested in design craft and committed to building systems and stories that elevate brand expression over time

Value collaboration, feedback, and partnership across creative, marketing, and product teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with design, manufacturing, construction, or media & entertainment industries

Can manage on-site photo and video shoots

Familiarity with integrated campaign development and brand systems

Benefits
From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work.

Salary Transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $84,000 and $151,250. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.

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In Summary: Autodesk is looking for a Senior Art Director to help elevate how that story is expressed visually . This role is for a creative leader who sees design as both craft and catalyst . You’ll concept and direct high-impact, multi-channel campaigns that strengthen the company’s brand .

En Español: En Autodesk, empoderamos a los innovadores para imaginar, diseñar y hacer un mundo mejor. Nuestra tecnología ayuda a moldear los edificios que habitamos, los productos en los que confiamos y las experiencias que nos conectan transformando ideas en resultados importantes. Buscamos un director de arte senior para ayudar a elevar la forma en que esa historia se expresa visualmente. Este papel es para un líder creativo que ve el diseño como artesanía y catalizador alguien que puede establecer una dirección visual audaz mientras construye sistemas que duran. Concebirá y dirigirá proyectos multicanal de alto impacto que fortalecen la marca Autodek y traen nuestra tecnología a la vida de manera clara, humana e inspiradora. Trabajando estrechamente con escritores, diseñadores, líderes de mercado, líderes del producto y socios externos, trabajarás en campañas creativas que generan valor creativos, confidenciales y basadas en la expresión real. La cultura es importante aquí, y creemos que los grandes equipos crean trabajo que mueve tanto a las personas como a las industrias. Responsabilidades Lideran la visión creativa para campañas de marca, lanzamientos de productos y videos guiando el trabajo Aut desde el principio del concepto hasta la ejecución final Artesanía y narrativas visuales directas que expresan el propósito de Autodesk y traen tecnología compleja al foco Traducir ideas abstractas y profundidad técnica en una comunicación visual elegante e inspiradora Socios con escritores, diseñadores, estrategas de marcas, marketing de producto y equipos creativos externos Proporcionar dirección visual para fotografía, ilustración, movimiento y video Guiar el trabajo automático o a través de socios de confianza Establecer y mantener un alto nivel de barras visuales a lo largo de todas las industries de fabricación de marcos, asegurando la compatibilidad con los beneficios del sistema de desarrollo de marca de autodesk Evaluación de las ventajas del diseño tecnológico de la marca Beneficios profesionales de AutoDesk ✓ Disponer de formas más rápidas y flexibles para generar conocimientos generales Trabajar con sistemas de diseño y diseño de imagen y medios de producción Conozca mejor cómo desarrollar sus mejores experiencias de forma competitiva Desarrestrategias de manera rápida y dinámica Técnicas Conceptorizaciones de diseños de diseñar y proyectos de negocio Otras-condicionales Cuentan con tecnologías de diseña y servicios de construcción, así pueden ser capaces de crearselas de trabajar con una experiencia profesionalmente integradas Las ofertas se basan en la experiencia del candidato y su ubicación geográfica, y pueden exceder este rango. Además de los salarios básicos, nuestro paquete de compensación puede incluir bonificaciones anuales en efectivo, comisiones por puestos de venta, subvenciones a acciones y un paquete completo de beneficios. Igual Oportunidad de Empleo Somos empleadores de igualdad de oportunidades y damos la bienvenida a solicitantes de todos los orígenes y experiencias. #J-18808-Ljbffr