Art Director

Lead the creative direction

of campaigns and initiatives through concept, visual storytelling, and people leadership across channels.

Responsibilities

Create original concepts and visual narratives with copywriters and creative leadership; develop campaign ideas that reinforce and elevate the American Cancer Society brand through cohesive storytelling across all channels (35%)

Direct design and execution of static and motion assets for digital, print, and experiential touchpoints; ensure deliverables support creative excellence, brand consistency, brand recognition, and the integrity of ACS’s visual identity (20%)

Manage and develop a small team of designers; provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and mentorship to grow skills and strengthen fluency in brand systems, visual standards, and storytelling (15%)

Collaborate with marketing, communications, and project management partners to translate brand strategy into execution; align creative direction with organizational priorities and maintain a brand-first approach (10%)

Present creative work and strategic rationale to senior leaders and stakeholders; explain how concepts express brand voice, visual identity, and narrative intent while advocating for solutions that strengthen ACS brand presence (10%)

Ensure creative outputs adhere to brand guidelines, visual systems, accessibility standards, technical specifications, timelines, and budgets (5%)

Explore emerging trends, technologies, and cultural insights through a brand lens; bring forward ideas that keep the ACS brand modern and culturally resonant while advancing creative innovation (5%)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Digital Media, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Digital Design, Advertising, or related field

Certificate(s) or license(s): none required; certifications in UX/UI, motion graphics, or leadership training are a plus

7–10 years in an agency, design studio, or in-house creative environment

Portfolio demonstrating high-level concept development, multi-channel campaigns, and execution

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite

Familiarity with design collaboration tools such as Figma and Sketch

Strong conceptual thinking that connects strategy to compelling visual ideas

Excellent design sense, including mastery of typography, layout, and brand systems

Storytelling skills through design across digital, print, and experiential media

Leadership and collaboration skills, including mentoring junior designers

Ability to give and receive feedback in a respectful, proactive, constructive way

Knowledge of emerging design trends, technologies, and cultural insights

Strong organizational and time-management skills to oversee multiple projects

Curious, problem-solving mindset with accountability for creative excellence

Exceptional portfolio that demonstrates:

Best-in-class design and branding

High-performing paid social and digital campaigns

Integrated visual brand storytelling across channels

Evidence of creative leadership that elevated both the work and the people behind it

Technologies

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Sketch

Benefits

Generous paid time off policy

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Wellness programs

Professional development programs

Location & Work Details

Locations: Georgia Acres, GA; Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; New York, New York (remote)

Position type: Full time

Salary range: USD 80,000 - 102,000 per year

Travel Requirements

Occasional travel up to 20% may be required for team meetings, events, and/or video, photo, and production needs

Physical Requirements

Primarily a standard office environment

Frequent sitting and computer use for extended periods

Occasional standing, walking, or lifting items up to 15 pounds

No or very limited exposure to physical risk

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