Full-Time

Senior Art Director

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Giant Spoon

Giant Spoon

51-200 employees

Integrated advertising agency creating brand experiences

Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$100k - $140kAnnually

Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Concept Art
Graphic Design
Illustration
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Adobe Creative Suite

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 4+ years of experience in Art Direction and conceptual creative work in an advertising agency, with a portfolio showing both strong conceptual and design skills
  • Strong understanding of design, photography, typography, video, and various visual mediums.
  • First successes in 'big idea' generation for client brands
  • Familiarity with and passion for conceptual thinking, campaign development, and cross-channel creative execution
  • Advanced understanding of Adobe Creative Suite applications
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Effective written, verbal, and visual communicator
  • Ability to collaborate creatively across departments and offices
  • Ability to craft internal / external presentations and present in an engaging way
  • Digitally connected, passionate about technology and innovation with an insatiable curiosity for how it applies to our industry
  • Experience working with Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Slides, Sheets) a plus
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with a Senior Writer partner to ideate and create work that delivers on client goals and aligns with Giant Spoon’s mission to expand how audiences experience brands.
  • Translates creative strategy into creative ideas, exhibiting a sophisticated understanding of client’s brand story, the cultural environment, the marketing approach and the competition.
  • Work hand in hand with Senior Writer to create presentations that sell in a variety of projects across multiple channels, including the ideas as well as the design and layout of decks, pulling mood imagery, and comping bespoke visuals to sell the concepts.
  • Support teams through all phases of the project form ideation through the production process including shoots.
  • Work alongside the Creative Director to actually make the work — overseeing development and collaborating with the Production Team to keep the integrity of the creative.
  • Present the work to creative leads and internal teams whenever needed; receive and implement feedback.
  • Present work to clients passionately, articulately, and in a way that reflects an understanding of client goals/desires.
  • Become acquainted with your clients, understanding their marketing approach, the environment in which they sell, and the type of work they’re interested in making.
  • Stay curious and tapped into culture.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working with Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Slides, Sheets) a plus

Giant Spoon creates unique brand experiences through a fully integrated advertising agency model. The agency combines cultural insights with creative strategies to develop what they call "brand universes," which are immersive experiences designed to connect deeply with target audiences. Their services include advertising, experiential marketing, and strategic brand development, allowing them to provide comprehensive solutions from concept to execution. This approach ensures consistency across all brand interactions and enhances the effectiveness of campaigns. Giant Spoon differentiates itself by focusing on groundbreaking work that challenges traditional advertising norms, attracting clients seeking bold solutions. With offices in New York City and Los Angeles, the agency aims to push the boundaries of advertising and marketing.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2013

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for immersive brand experiences boosts Giant Spoon's market opportunities.
  • Interest in experiential marketing post-pandemic aligns with Giant Spoon's core competencies.
  • Cultural insights in marketing strategies enhance Giant Spoon's connection with diverse audiences.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from similar agencies may dilute Giant Spoon's market share.
  • Rapid digital marketing evolution requires continuous investment in new tools and training.
  • Reliance on project-based fees could lead to financial instability during industry downturns.

What makes Giant Spoon unique

  • Giant Spoon creates unique brand experiences using cultural insights and creative strategies.
  • The agency offers a full suite of services, ensuring consistency across brand touchpoints.
  • Giant Spoon's idea-centric strategy blends content, technology, and media for impactful campaigns.

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