Art Director - EG

Chain Reaction is an award-winning digital marketing agency based in GCC and Levant. We develop bespoke digital strategies to help our clients achieve their growth goals, bringing together online marketing techniques including Online Advertising, SEO, Content Marketing, Social Media, Influencer Marketing, and more.

Chain Reaction is looking for an Art Director to join the team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for understanding the goals of our clients and be able to oversee project strategy to project completion. By knowing emerging technologies in the area, this candidate will be able to create cross-channel deliverables for clients that meet their needs.

Requirements:
The Art Director is responsible for the conception, design, and execution of digital visuals to be used in online advertising, social media content creation, digital marketing, and even print advertising.

You must have experience in the advertising field where you demonstrated your role in helping brands create buzz around their message, product, and brand through creative advertising campaigns/work.

With a strong hands-on design experience, you demonstrate a rigorous understanding of how to orchestrate the assets of visual expression. You will put your obsession for detail and pixel-perfect execution to the test and deliver stunning creative concepts that meet clients' briefs and expectations.

Job Responsibilities

• Leading conceptual brainstorming and visual explorations
• Inspire and supervise creative designers to deliver pioneering ideas for digital/print
• Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines
• Determine how best to represent a concept visually
• Determine which photographs, art, or other design elements to us
• Produce sketches, storyboards roughs to visualize ideas
• Taking ownership of the visual elements of creative work for new business pitches
• Create, review, and approve designs, artwork, photography, and graphics developed by other staff members

Skills required:

• Proven 5-7 years of experience in the graphic design field.
• Proven 2 years of experience as an Art Director in an agency
• Strong leadership skills.
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, Adobe After Effects, and Illustrator
• Strong knowledge of typography, image manipulation, illustration, and animation
• A broad understanding of marketing design and layout will also be expected
• The resilience to perform under pressure and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines.
• A good awareness of digital media and evolving online platforms
• An innovative approach to the media and the ways in which advertising is carried
• Knowledge in UI/UX and the creation of websites and mobile applications is a plus

Benefits:
Joining our team ensures that your opinions matter, providing you with a platform to express yourself. You will experience continuous growth, and learning opportunities, and be empowered to push your limits. We are dedicated to fostering a positive environment that prioritizes your well-being and health. Collaborate with a strong and supportive team that is committed to motivating you both in your personal and professional journey.