ART DIRECTOR

 

 



ART DIRECTOR

FOR SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL (PRE-SCHOOL) SUPPLIER

 

Job Summary: 

 

Develop design concepts and review material that is to appear in early childhood products such as curriculum, resource books, and other products. Responsible for deciding how best to present the information visually, so that it is eye catching, appealing, and organized. Responsible for deciding which photographs or drawn artwork to use and oversee the layout design and production of the printed material. Responsible for directing workers engaged in artwork, layout design, and copywriting.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  Formulate basic layout design or presentation approach, and specify material details, such as style and size of type, photographs, graphics, animation, video, and sound.

  Review and approve proofs of printed copy and art and copy materials developed by staff members.

  Manage own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.

  Confer with creative, art, copy-writing, or production department heads to discuss client requirements and presentation concepts, and to coordinate creative activities.

  Present final layouts to clients for approval.

  Confer with clients to determine objectives, budget, background information, and presentation approaches, styles, and techniques.

  Hire, train and direct staff members who develop design concepts into art layouts or who prepare layouts for printing.

  Work with creative directors to develop design solutions.

  Review illustrative material to determine if it conforms to standards and specifications.

  Attend photo shoots and printing sessions to ensure that the products needed are obtained.

  Other duties as required

 

Working Conditions/Required Physical Abilities: 

  Office environment with professional atmosphere.

  Keyboard proficient

  Ability to sit and work at the computer for extended periods of time.

  Ability to travel, as required by the job.

Scope of Supervisory Responsibilities: 

  Supervise staff of illustrative and graphic artists, many of whom work from remote locations. Must be able to coordinate, supervise, manage, and train others.

 

Payroll Status: 

  Salaried,  exempt

 

Minimum Requirements:

  Minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed.

  Four-year bachelor?s degree in art.

  Portfolio presentation.

  Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar

  Knowledge of Mac OS X, InDesign, Illustrator, Painter, Photoshop, and other current software related to art production.

  Pre press knowledge of preparing art for print production.

  Experience managing and supervising staff.

  Experience with retail packaging development.

  Experience with development of art for the retail market.

 

Contact: kdimaio@carsondellosa.com with resume.  No relocation budget attached to this position.