Job Description

Art Director

Department: Creative

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Miami

Compensation: $120,000 - $178,000 / year

We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Art Director to join our dynamic team. As an integral part of our creative team, the Art Director will collaborate closely with brand marketing, product teams, and all sales channels to bring our brand vision to life through compelling visual storytelling and design execution.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in graphic design, fashion, and visual communication, with a passion for elevating brand aesthetics and maintaining consistency across all creative assets. This role requires a creative, innovative team player with an entrepreneurial mindset, who is passionate about all things Eberjey.

Reports to: Chief Brand and Product Strategy Officer

To be considered for this role, please follow the instructions below:

1. Apply online.
2. Complete a Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment here

What You'll Do

• Translate Brand Vision: Collaborate with the brand marketing team to translate brand guidelines and strategies into impactful visual concepts and designs.
• Manage Design Calendar: Own the creative design calendar, ensuring all milestones are achieved, and all creative design team members execute within timelines and budgets.
• Conceptualize Creative Campaigns: Create and execute creative brand campaigns, marketing materials, and product launches that align with the brand identity and target audience.
• Maintain Visual Standards: Develop and maintain brand visual standards, ensuring consistency and quality across all channels.
• Lead and Inspire the Team: Direct, lead, and inspire a team of graphic designers to foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Create Visual Presentations: Develop storyboards and visual presentations to effectively communicate design concepts.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising on quality.
• Stay Updated on Industry Trends: Keep informed about industry trends, the competitive landscape, and best practices in design and fashion.
• Coordinate with External Vendors: Work closely with photographers, stylists, producers, and other external vendors to coordinate photoshoots and ensure alignment with the creative vision.
• Oversee and Develop Creative Assets: Actively contribute to the creation of design assets while reviewing and providing feedback to the design team to ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines and objectives.
• Produce Innovative Work: Create fresh, innovative designs that translate complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences for sophisticated audiences.
• Stakeholder Communication: Work closely with the Chief Brand and Product Strategy Officer, keeping them updated on all project and team-related developments. Present creative executions and designs to stakeholders, incorporating feedback and making revisions as needed.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Fashion Design, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Art Director or in a similar creative role within the fashion industry, preferably with a focus on sleepwear, loungewear, or related apparel.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and innovative design solutions, with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design software.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of print production processes and digital design best practices.
• Experience in e-commerce and digital marketing design is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, time management, capacity planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Proactive, resourceful, and practical, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to initiate creative ideas and execute them independently.

Eberjey Extras

• An inviting, energetic environment that embodies our female-founded, entrepreneurial mentality
• Seasoned industry leadership committed to your professional development in the fashion retail industry
• Competitive pay and generous employee discount