Art Director

Art Director • Annual Salary: £65-85,000 (depending on experience) • Location: Near Knaresborough, Harrogate • Job Type: Full-time, Office-based Join one of Reed’s long standing clients, a dynamic northern-based creative agency in this brand-new role as an Art Director. The team is expanding due to continued business growth, offering the opportunity to lead the creative direction of integrated online and offline campaigns for a premium consumer brand. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys shaping brand storytelling, delivering standout creative, and working across multiple touchpoints in a fast paced agency environment. Day-to-day of the role: • Lead the development and execution of creative concepts across campaigns, marketing materials, and digital platforms. • Oversee visual style, imagery, and overall creative direction for projects. • Collaborate with in-house stakeholders, external suppliers, and the customer to deliver cohesive campaigns. • Manage and mentor our team of creative professionals. • Review and approve key visuals and social media campaign assets to ensure quality and consistency. • Present concepts and strategies to the client and our Creative Director. • Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and technologies to maintain innovative output. • Ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines and messaging. • Help manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience as an Art Director or in a senior creative role. • Strong portfolio showcasing creative leadership and design expertise. • Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). • Excellent understanding of typography, colour theory, layout, and visual storytelling. • Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. • Proven ability to adapt and learn existing customer brand styles and creative output. • Strategic thinking with a strong attention to detail. • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Typically 5+ years of experience in design/creative roles, with leadership experience preferred. Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Opportunity to work on varied and creative projects. • Supportive and collaborative working environment. • Clear progression and development opportunities. • Generous holiday scheme. • MAC Laptop • Pension scheme. • Free parking and electric car points. If this sounds of interest, please don’t hesitate in applying as the client is happy to move quickly.