We’re Looking For An: Associate Art Director who will report to the Creative Director and is responsible for directly leading a team of photographers and visual brand designers to create and manage visual content, including compelling brand identities, packaging, and photography across all channels that aligns with the company’s direct-to-consumer marketing objectives in the health & wellness, premium pet food, and beauty markets.

Location: Hybrid (Office in Woodland Hills, CA)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide leadership, guidance, professional & mentorship to a team of photographers & visual brand & production designers. Foster a collaborative and creative work environment that inspires innovation & excellence. 
• Develop and execute with the Creative Director a comprehensive visual content strategy aligned with the company’s overall marketing goals & individual brand identities. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure our visual content remains fresh, relevant, and engaging. 
• Oversee the conceptualization, planning, and execution of visual content across various platforms, including but not limited to social media, packaging, printed materials, websites, email campaigns, and advertising materials. Create and ensure that all content adheres to brand guidelines & maintain a consistent visual style. 
• With support from the brand PMO, this role will manage projects & brands simultaneously, from initial ideation to final delivery. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including brand, marketing, UX design, PR, Print/Packaging Production, and content creation teams, to ensure seamless execution and timely delivery of all visual assets. 
• Maintain high standards of quality craftsmanship in all visual content produced by the team. Conduct regular reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure that all deliverables meet or exceed expectations. 
• Develop and manage budgets for visual content production, including equipment, resources, and freelance talent. Monitor expenses and identify opportunities for cost of optimization with compromising quality. 
• Collaborate with the Creative Director to develop creative concepts and execute visual campaigns.

Qualifications (Note: We strongly encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick ALL of these boxes.):

• Proficiency with the latest creative and graphic design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. 
• Strong knowledge of photography principles, techniques, and studio management. Social intelligence for managing creative teams.
• Receptive to giving and receiving feedback. 
• Exceptional communication skills. 
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 
• Practical knowledge of packaging design. 
• Keen attention to detail. 
• Expertise in evaluating creative professionals, support staff, and potential candidates to build high-performing team. 
• Deep understanding of consumer branding, marketing, and consumer behavior.
• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts, Graphic Design, Photography, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in graphic design visual arts, photography, or related field (preferred) 
• 7 years of experience in visual content 
• Creative/marketing agency-level experience creation, with at least 3 years in a design and marketing
• Familiarity with direct-to-consumer visual managerial role. 
  Minimum 1 year experience or equivalent knowledge managing a commercial or agency photo department. 

Golden Perks & Benefits: 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date. 
• We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions, ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career. 
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
• Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. 
• Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases, empowering you to progress and excel in your career. 
• Tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts, empowering you to invest in your ongoing growth and development. 
• Work towards our collective goals and earn up to 2 extra weeks of pay each month, based on the achievement of KPIs. 
• Celebrate your accomplishments with our Win of the Week, Spot Bonus, Work Anniversary, and Shout-Outs programs, where your hard work is not only valued but also acknowledged and rewarded. 
• Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees. 
• For those coming into our Woodland Hills, CA office, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen and a free on-site gym. 
• Virtual and in-person company events, like our annual holiday party, happy hours, and virtual cooking nights, designed to cultivate connections and enhance work-life balance.

To read more about our Perks & Benefits, click here.

The base salary range is $105,700-$141,000 plus annual & monthly KPI bonus potential.
Salary is based on a wide range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geographical location.