The
Junior Art Director, Social Media
is a
junior-level creative
focused on executing
social-first content
across platforms such as
TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube . This role emphasizes
hands-on design and visual storytelling , blending
creative concepting ,
trend awareness , and
content production support
to drive
engagement and brand presence . Working closely with cross-functional teams, this position contributes to
high-quality, platform-native content
that resonates with diverse audiences.
Type: Contract, Hybrid
Schedule: Regular day hours
Duration: 6 months
Pay: $28 - $32/hr, paid weekly, benefits eligible
Junior Art Director, Social Media Requirements
Around 2 years of experience
creating
social media content
(max of 5 years) across
TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Strong portfolio showcasing
published, real-world social content
with clear
execution and decision-making ownership
Proficiency in
Adobe Creative Suite
(required); familiarity with
Figma
is a plus
Strong foundation in
graphic design ,
visual composition , and
social content creation
Experience translating
creative direction
into
platform-specific executions
Understanding of
social trends ,
formats , and
audience behaviors
Ability to manage
multiple projects
in a
fast-paced, collaborative environment
Comfortable working on
photo and video shoots
(2–3 days per week)
Strong
collaboration skills , with openness to feedback and cross-functional input
Not suited for
senior/overqualified candidates ; role is execution-focused vs. strategic leadership
Junior Art Director, Social Media Duties
Design and produce
social-first creative assets
for
organic and paid campaigns
across key platforms
Contribute to the
concepting and execution
of
engaging, platform-native content
aligned to campaign goals
Collaborate with
designers, copywriters, videographers, photographers, and strategists
to deliver cohesive storytelling
Support
art direction
for
photo and video shoots , including
pre-production planning
and
on-set assistance
Create
visually compelling designs
that align with
brand guidelines
and platform best practices
Assist in developing
social playbooks , including
templates, visual directions, and content frameworks
Monitor and apply
emerging trends ,
formats , and
cultural moments
to enhance content relevance
Partner with
creators and influencers
to support
authentic content execution
Ensure consistency across
visuals, messaging, and brand expression
in all outputs
Balance
multiple assignments
while maintaining high standards of
creative quality and accuracy
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Junior Art Director, Social Media (contract, hybrid)
Onward Search, Plano, TX, USA
Pay: $28-$32/hr
Job type: Contract