Local Projects, LLC - Media Art Director- (Temporary/Freelance)

Art Director is needed in New York, United States.

Client: Local Projects, LLC

Location: New York, NY

Contract: Contractor

Job Description

As a member of the Media Production Department, the Media Art Director is responsible for leading the development and execution of impactful design solutions for a diverse range of interdisciplinary projects. The Art Director collaborates with the Creative Directors to support the creative vision of projects and directs design teams towards cutting-edge visual experiences. This role is for senior-level designers/animators or visual effects artists who design, create, and animate, as well as oversee a team and present to clients. Film production and photography art directors should not apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and art direction for projects of various scales and types – from web and mobile to interactive installations and large-scale exhibition motion graphics and media programs.
• Lead and maintain strong design direction while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams - Visual Experience Design, Physical, Content, and Software.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance the creative vision in collaboration with the Creative Director.
• Develop, establish, and drive design development “on the box,” iterating quickly and pushing conventions.
• Direct, collaborate, execute, mentor, and support on projects from ideation through design development, asset production, prototyping, media production, and launch.
• Coordinate with project team members to clarify and aggregate all design dependencies.
• Bring new approaches to the creative process, ideation, and design strategy.
• Flag stumbling blocks and offer solutions.
• Provide accurate time estimates and expectations for yourself and the designers on a project.
• Manage multiple projects, establish expectations for designers, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain awareness of contemporary trends in technology, art, and design.
• Make difficult decisions and guide designers toward aspirational design solutions.
• Establish conceptual frameworks to solve complex design challenges.
• Nurture junior talent through clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Pursue professional development through workshops, classes, and conferences.

Requirements

• Design degree (graphic, interaction, communication, media design, or a related field).
• Minimum experience of 7+ years or an outstanding demonstration of experience.
• Experience in structuring workflows and managing design teams.
• 2D and/or 3D motion design and animation skills.
• Strong strategic and conceptual skills.
• Excellent typography and design skills.
• Excellent technical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate in teams, work autonomously, and take direction from creative leadership.
• Progressive understanding of UX, GUI, and interaction design, as well as the workflow of time-based media (a plus).
• Experienced in structuring and holding working sessions and presentations.
• Established complex design systems for digital and built environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Additional Requirements

• Travel required (domestic and global).
• Must be able to work on-site in our NYC Studio (hybrid).
• Primary residence in the NY/Tristate (NY/CT/NJ) or DC areas.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Compensation and Benefits

Rate (commensurate with experience): $75 - $125 per hour. Local Projects offers its Full-Time staff Health/Dental/Vision, FSA, 401k, access to short-term and Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance, as well as a generous PTO package.