We Are Social

Global social media marketing agency

Freelance Art Director

Art, Graphics & AnimationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

ContractRemote in USANo salary listedRemote

About the Job

Requirements

Six or more years of experience in art direction within a fast-paced agency environment.
A portfolio demonstrating sophisticated creative thinking, nuanced typography, and expert-level composition across digital and traditional media.
Experience presenting and working directly with clients.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects at once.
Proficiency across the Adobe Design Suite, with fluency in After Effects and Premiere.
Deep familiarity with ethical AI frameworks and the legalities of AI-generated content in a commercial setting.
Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Concept and create compelling ideas that resonate with target audiences.
Design for clients and agency new business efforts, working within brand guidelines while pursuing design excellence.
Develop creative concepts aligned with strategic client objectives and ensure all visual output maintains agency standards from ideation to final delivery.
Present and defend art direction to internal leadership and external clients, translating feedback into actionable creative tasks for the broader team.
Navigate complex project constraints, including tight deadlines and evolving budgets, finding innovative solutions that preserve the original vision.
Manage multiple concurrent projects of varying complexity under pressure.
Mentor junior and mid-level creatives, provide constructive feedback, and foster continuous visual improvement.
Implement advanced AI tools across the creative lifecycle, including visual identity generation and rapid video asset creation.
Use generative AI in client pitches and prototypes to create realistic product shots and campaign mockups.
Research emerging AI trends and tools, lead ethical discussions, and establish best practices for AI use within the creative department.
Develop stories suited to the quality of each social platform.
Articulate creative ideas from storyboard through final work.
Design presentations, create mockups, and perform light retouching to help sell creative ideas to clients.
Collaborate with a large creative team from ideation through execution to bring ideas to life.

Freelance Art Director

We Are Social · Los Angeles, United States (Remote) · Contract · Posted 2026-10-05

Workplace: remote

Department: Creative

Description

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Concept and create strong, compelling ideas that resonate with target audiences
Design for clients and agency new business efforts, working within brand guidelines while pushing for design excellence
Develop creative concepts that align with strategic client objectives, ensuring all visual output maintains the highest agency standards from ideation to final delivery
Present and defend art direction to internal leadership and external clients, effectively decoding feedback into actionable creative tasks for the broader team
Navigate complex project constraints, including tight deadlines and evolving budgets by finding innovative solutions that preserve the integrity of the original vision
Manage multiple concurrent projects of varying complexity with precision and adaptability under pressure
Act as a primary mentor for junior and mid-level creatives, providing constructive feedback and fostering a culture of high-performance and continuous visual improvement
Implement advanced AI tools to supercharge the creative lifecycle, from generating comprehensive visual identities to rapid video asset creation
Infuse generative AI into client pitches and prototypes to create hyper-realistic product shots and fully realized campaign mockups that win new business
Proactively research emerging AI trends and tools, leading the team in ethical discussions and establishing best practices for AI usage within the creative department
Ideate and build effective stories that match the quality of each social platform
Excellent communicator who can confidently articulate ideas to others, from storyboard to final work
Design visually engaging presentations, create mockups & do light retouching as needed that help sell creative ideas to top clients in the industry
Work collaboratively with a large team of creatives from ideation to execution to help to ensure ideas are created and brought to life

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE

6+ years of experience in art direction within a fast-paced agency environment
Portfolio demonstrating sophisticated creative thinking, nuanced typography, and expert-level composition across digital and traditional media
Experience presenting and working directly with clients
Comfortable working in a fast paced environment, and managing multiple projects at once
Proficiency across Adobe Design suite; fluency in both After Effects and Premiere
Deep familiarity with ethical AI frameworks and the legalities of AI-generated content in a commercial setting
Excellent attention to detail

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About the Company

We Are Social

Global social media marketing agency

We Are Social is a global, socially-led creative agency that builds brand experiences by engaging online communities, cultures, and subcultures. It delivers social media strategies, creative content production, influencer marketing, and real-time campaign management for clients ranging from multinationals to emerging brands. The service model blends insight-driven planning with culture-first execution, using data on consumer behavior and trends to inform creative briefs and drive impactful campaigns across digital and offline touchpoints. The company differentiates itself through a culture-focused approach, a global network of 19 offices, and a merger with The Narrative Group that enhances its ability to embed brands in the cultural zeitgeist. Its goal is to foster authentic connections and meaningful conversations for brands at scale, delivering relevant, strategic outcomes and measurable impact for clients.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Early VC
Total funding: $900K
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 2008

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