Job Title: Junior Art Director – Luxury Retail Brand
Location: In-studio, DTLA
Reports to: Art Director
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent (Duration: 2 weeks to 2 months, with potential for a permanent role)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a creative and motivated Junior Art Director to join our dynamic team in a luxury retail environment. You will collaborate directly with the Art Director to bring concepts and visuals to life, working hands-on in the studio with a focus on styling, lighting, and execution of product visuals. The ideal candidate will thrive in an artistic, fast-paced studio setting, contributing to the brand's unique aesthetic and helping to shape creative directions that are fresh, fun, and innovative.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Art Director to develop and execute the creative vision for luxury product campaigns.
- Work in-studio with photographers, videographers, and chefs to create engaging visual content.
- Styling and Photo Treatments: Assist with product styling and ensure high-quality photo treatments that align with the brand's aesthetic.
- Mood Boards & Concept Development: Assist in creating mood boards, generating concepts, and establishing the look and feel of visual assets.
- Lighting and Studio Setup: Responsible for studio lighting and other technical aspects during photoshoots.
- Create Shot Lists: Prepare detailed shot lists that help produce high-quality imagery for various platforms.
- Launch New Product Releases: Help in the creative execution and visual rollout for new product launches.
- Cross-Platform Asset Creation: Work on assets used across social media, in-store signage, email, and press.
- Design Work: Collaborate on graphic design elements, ensuring a cohesive visual identity.
- Brand Building: Help create and refine the brand book and design guidelines, contributing to a visual identity that balances brand guidelines with creative flexibility.
- Brand Flexibility: Understand that the brand's current creative style doesn't always adhere strictly to guidelines; the focus is on a unique, engaging, and fun aesthetic that enhances the product's features.
- Creative Exploration: Bring fresh, out-of-the-box ideas that are aligned with the brand's evolving identity—whether following strict guidelines or crafting more freeform creative solutions.
Team & Culture:
You'll be joining a small, scrappy, and highly creative team. We pride ourselves on being hands-on, adaptable, and resourceful. We are passionate about producing beautiful, luxury-level creative—even when working with small budgets. We believe that limitations can spark innovation, and our ideal candidate can think on their feet and deliver stunning results with limited resources. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, getting involved in every aspect of the creative process, and bringing luxury products to life through well-crafted visuals.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with design and photo editing tools: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, Lightroom, and Asana.
- Strong understanding of photography, videography, and lighting techniques.
- Ability to create mood boards, design concepts, and shot lists.
- Experience working on product releases and collaborating with multiple creative teams.
- Strong understanding of social media, in-store displays, email marketing, and press assets.
- A keen eye for detail with experience in styling and photo treatments.
- A fun, creative aesthetic that aligns with the brand's vision—able to balance brand guidelines with imaginative, product-focused designs.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and quickly adapt to evolving creative needs.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- A hands-on attitude with the ability to work within a small budget to deliver high-quality luxury visuals.
Additional Perks:
- Opportunity to work in a luxury retail environment.
- Collaborative studio atmosphere working alongside top talent in photography, videography, and culinary arts.
- Chance to contribute to the development of a brand book and design guidelines.
If you're passionate about visual storytelling, love working with beautiful products, and are ready to make a significant impact on a growing brand, we'd love to hear from you! This role is designed to grow into a permanent position, offering an exciting career path for the right candidate.