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We're looking for an experienced Associate Creative Director to join our team in Dallas, TX! This hybrid-remote position reports to the Executive Creative Director and focuses on Creative Concepting, UI, and UX Sesign.
Creative Concepting, Direction and Execution (approx. 60%)
Generate new creative ideas and concepts for projects, proactive presentations, R&D and business needs, with support from Executive Creative Director. Sometimes leading and sometimes supporting vision from ECD. Thinking through creative across multiple media and a broad range of target markets
Communicate early and often to help ensure that the Design Process meets our timeline for the Phase prior to the Design-to-Dev handoff
Collaborate closely with the Dev Team and 3D Team to develop and produce creative deliverables
Be aware and proactive with brand tone/guidelines and implement consistently
Be a key contributor in our Discovery Phase
Research and create moodboards
Create sketches and photo-bash concept art
Stay on top of the latest tools, tech, AI trends, software, etc
In the Plan Phase, think through budgetary considerations and write certain sections of documentation. Ensuring that concepts are on budget and able to be produced with feasibility in mind
Alongside Accounts and PM Teams, establish project budgets for the Design Team
Communicate effectively. Alongside our Accounts Team, you will communicate in a creative, thoughtful and inspirational way during Client calls and presentations
Listen and openly receive feedback from Clients (externally) and Team Members (internally), emphasizing a humble and open approach to constructive feedback and different perspectives.
Participate in new business development, including presentations, meetings, and RFP process
Balance priorities across several different projects/tasks (large and/or small) simultaneously
UI (approx. 25%)
Create a broad range of visual design elements for a diverse range of experiences and interfaces and meet the quality standards and goals of the Client and Team
Take detailed notes during client meetings to gather feedback on functionality, designs, content types, etc
Present concepts and the Team's design work
Brainstorm with the team on storyboards, style frames, UI look, UX flow, technology, software tools, etc
Work with developers to export 2D artwork into our development pipeline
Ensure Quality Control, Art Reviews and Quality Assurance Testing
UX (approx. 15%)
Uphold the vision of the interactive experience through thoughtful design of key interactions, user flows, and information architecture
Support and conduct UX research for tech, interfaces, spaces, etc. to better understand the user and our audiences
Strong focus and delivery on information architecture and content organization
Advocate for users and their needs throughout the project lifecycle
Produce UX flows, diagrams, wireframes, content strategy, prototypes, and presentations
Storyboarding for visual content initiatives
Work closely with the Production Team to ensure that the project's UX design is understood and uphold the vision
Maintain a keen understanding of the big picture of the project, emphasizing design principles including how creative decisions can impact budgets and timelines
Requirements
Qualifications
6-8 years of experience as a visual designer, UI designer, motion designer, etc. in agency environments
Bachelor's Degree in a creative field required
Established portfolio of relevant Client creative work
High proficiency skills in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Google Suite
Ability to Learn and maintain a high-level understanding of Unity, Unreal, AfterEffects, Blender, etc
Medium proficiency skills in hand drawing and sketching
Ability to maintain a high standard of design and productivity in a fast-paced work environment
Strong verbal communication skills
Proven ability to establish strong, creative directions and copy across a variety of media
Proven ability to quickly identify problems and solve them
Ability to brainstorm solo or in groups and develop big ideas from beginning to end
Intimate familiarity with how brands and audiences engage in interactive/immersive experiences
HYBRID REMOTE/CHOICE WORK POLICY
While you live in the Dallas area, you are not required to come to the office much during the week. You have the Choice. You are only required to be in-office for Client meetings, technical R&D and Team events. Trust comes from great communication and accountability.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Seniority level Seniority level Associate
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Design
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
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