Art Director

Hi, I’m Jess, Director of Production here at Craftsy.

Our mission is to empower people who can’t help but create! Combining cutting-edge expertise in digital marketing, technology, content and ecommerce, Craftsy is a proud new member of the NBCUniversal family. Armed with new partners and infinite possibilities, we’re eager to continue building a customer-first lifestyle learning brand for passionate makers. Our team here navigates challenges by trusting in each other and using data as our compass. We’ve only scratched the surface and we’re ready for more!

Craftsy is looking for a seasoned Art Director to join our Production team and ensure strong visual identity across our deep and growing catalogue of titles, including a range of video formats and categories. We are seeking a digital visionary with strong management skills, versatile design and video expertise, and a passion for ideating.

The Art Director should have experience working with and leading creative teams. We are excited to welcome candidates who bring a strong work ethic, outstanding communication skills, and compassionate, clear management.

As our Art Director, you will:
Be responsible for the visual style and imagery across Craftsy’s digital video products

Develop creative standards, manage and coordinate the work of artistic designers

Ensure deliverables are informed by and aligned to brand strategy. Be a contributor, refiner and advocate for brand strategy in video

Create vision, provide direction and feedback, and ensure successful execution of design & animation

Read scripts and conceptualize creative solutions that communicate the intended content or video objective

Consistently strive to elevate tools, workflow and practice of motion graphics, set design, and video

Assist in the education and development of artistic designers

Oversee and approve the creation of storyboards, show branding, design and animation

Collaborate with Creative Director, Producers & Studios on vision for all sets and locations

Concept, sketch and help to resource against set design and propping

Manage multiple projects at all times and delegate as necessary

Provide accurate cost and time estimates for each tactic

Your background and experience likely include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

5+ years experience in agencies, digital production or commercial houses

Bachelor’s degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related field

Highly organized, direct, and articulate

Demonstrated ability to motivate, develop and elevate a team

Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to communicate with creatives and non-creatives alike

Ability to balance competing priorities and multiple projects while adhering to deadlines

Proficient in required computer programs and design tools including

After Effects

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Demonstrated understanding and proficiency in typography, perspective, lighting, set design, composition, and color

To be considered for the role, please submit…

Your resume, of course

A link to your portfolio and / or reel

A cover letter answering the following questions

How has your design direction contributed to solving a business problem?

What influence, if any, do current trends have on your design philosophy?