Art Director APCO Worldwide

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Art Director with a strong background in video editing and/or animation. The ideal candidate will lead the ideation and design language on clients/projects across all channels. Candidate must be proficient in generative AI in image, video, and sound.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of visual concepts across digital, print, social, and motion
• Direct the creation of storyboards, animations, layouts, and production-ready assets
• Supervise and mentor designers, editors, and animators ensuring a high standard of quality and creativity
• Integrate AI design tools and workflows into creative processes to boost efficiency and output
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and product teams to align visuals with brand strategy
• Maintain visual consistency across all brand materials and touchpoints
• Stay ahead of design, AI, and animation trends to bring innovative ideas to the table
• Present ideas and concepts clearly to stakeholders and clients

Requirements

• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Strong portfolio showcasing a mix of branding, design, digital, and motion.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, and AI-powered design tools
• Experience with video editing and animation software (After Effects and Premiere Pro)
• Solid understanding of brand systems, typography, layout, and motion principles
• Excellent communication, and time management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
• Travel will be required