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ART DIRECTOR Return to Top
This individual will be responsible for managing production of assigned company products and/or publications. The Art Director will also be responsible for selecting, contracting, and supervising outside vendors or art acquisitions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Manages design, art direction, page layout, illustration and photo selection for assigned products and/or publications in accord with company editorial standards.
• Confer with clients to determine objectives, budget, background information, and presentation approaches, styles, and techniques.
• Reviews and approves proofs of printed copy and art and copy materials.
• Conceptualize and help design interfaces for multimedia games, products and devices.
• Specifies printing requirements and ensures timely completion of products.
• Screens, hires and oversees work of vendors and freelance artists, designers, photographers, typesetters, etc.
• Prepares specifications for bids, selects appropriate vendor, supervises jobs in progress, ensures vendor payment.
• Review illustrative material to determine if it conforms to standards and specifications.
• Manage own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.
• Analyzes and evaluates vendors and potential vendors.
• Present final layouts to clients for approval.
• Mark up, paste, and complete layouts, and write typography instructions to prepare materials for typesetting or printing.
KEY KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, & SKILLS
• Design - Produces creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason.
• Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Shares expertise with others.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively; Responds well to questions.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others; Effectively influences actions and opinions of outside contactors.
• Managing People
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Conserves organizational resources.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and maintains the highest level of quality.
• Innovation - Displays creativity; Demonstrates resourcefulness; Develops innovative approaches and ideas.
EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
• BA/BS Degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in graphic design covering all aspects of artwork preparation and printing
• Minimum Field of Expertise: Art direction and production of periodicals and publications.
• World of Warcraft MMO and TCG experience a plus.
