Epsilon is hiring: Art Director in Chicago

Overview
Role Type: Hybrid

Office Location: 35 West Wacker Drive, Suite 2900, Chicago, IL 60601

Required in-office attendance 2 to 3 times a week.

How You'll Make an Impact
As an Art Director at Epsilon, you will transform client goals into visually impactful, digital‑first brand experiences. You will lead concept development and execute across multiple marketing channels— including web, mobile, audio, and video—while applying sound creative judgment and navigating moderately complex creative strategy for your clients. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams such as Copywriters, Production Artists, Developers, Account Managers and Sales Directors, contributing to work that balances creativity with strategic performance.

Your ability to communicate effectively, build trust and think strategically will position you as a key creative contributor. From concepting dynamic motion‑enhanced visuals to supporting new business pitch presentations, your efforts will directly impact campaign performance and team success. With a proactive mindset and a strong understanding of creative tools and digital production processes, you will help raise the creative bar while identifying ways to improve efficiency and execution, aligning your work with Epsilon's mission to deliver measurable, meaningful marketing experiences.

Responsibilities

Develop leadership skills by owning client relationships and team projects

Refine your time and project management abilities while balancing multiple deliverables across your client list and internal team projects

Influence the evolution of creative processes and best practices

Build trusted relationships and foster collaboration across disciplines

Gain a deeper understanding of how data can be used to craft meaningful and impactful creative that drives customer actions

You can bridge the gap between art and tech, seamlessly integrating our internal tools and platforms into your daily creative workflow

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in an agency or in‑house environment leading digital design

Strong understanding of branding and ability to align creative with business objectives

Ability to translate client briefs into visually impactful interactive experiences

Dependable and self‑directed with strong time and project management skills

Exceptional communication skills—verbal, written, and visual

Comfortable presenting and persuading in both internal and client‑facing settings

Familiar with the capabilities and limitations of creative tools, development, and production teams

Proficiency in

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, AfterEffects)

Basic Motion Graphics (animation, storyboarding, light video editing)

Microsoft Programs (PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Figma knowledge is a plus

Willingness to travel with a Creative Manager or Director for occasional client meetings (solo travel may apply)

What You Might Stand Out From Other Talent

Bachelor's degree in Visual Communications, Advertising, or Design preferred

A portfolio that showcases strategic, concept‑driven, and visually polished work

Experience working on creative personalization or data‑driven campaigns

Track record of building relationships and inspiring trust with clients and across internal teams

Positive, adaptable team player who thrives in the ever‑changing world of advertising technology

Base Salary
$55,400.00 – $102,800.00 annually

Benefits

Flexible time off (FTO), 15 paid holidays

Paid sick time

Parental
ew child leave, childcare & elder care assistance, adoption assistance

Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), tuition assistance, commuter benefits, professional development, employee recognition, charitable donation matching, health coaching and counseling

Equal Opportunity Employer
Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Epsilon's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on actual or perceived race, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy), marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Epsilon also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Epsilon will provide accommodations to applicants needing accommodations to complete the application process. Please reach out to LeaveofAbsence@epsilon.com to request an accommodation.

Fair Chance Initiative
For San Francisco Bay and Los Angeles Areas: Epsilon will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901‑4919. Applicants with criminal histories are welcome to apply.

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