Job Family:

Design & Production

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

None

We are seeking a talented and experienced Art Director to join the Creative Services team at Guidehouse. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in visual design and a passion for creating compelling and innovative visual solutions. As an Art Director, you will lead a team of designers and collaborate with various departments to develop and execute creative concepts that align with our brand and business objectives.  This role is critical in shaping and communicating our brand's story, ensuring consistency across all marketing channels, and driving engagement with our target audiences. 

What You Will Do:

Lead and inspire a team of designers, providing guidance and feedback to ensure high-quality creative output. Encourage excellence by promoting a high-performance fun environment, a strong sense of urgency, quality standards, creative exploration, innovation, and continuous learning.Ensure all visual materials adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a consistent brand identity across all platforms.Work closely with marketing, business development, and other departments to understand project requirements and deliver creative solutions that meet business goals.Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints. Successful track record leading a design team; able to delegate, coach, mentor and provide effective direction and feedback.Proactive in nature and driven to act with a sense of urgency. Stays up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to keep our creative services at the forefront of design innovation.Participate in client meetings and presentations, effectively communicating creative concepts and strategies.

What You Will Need:

Demonstrated expertise in a broad array of areas including marketing campaign creative, digital and print sales collateral, editorial design, and apparel graphics.  Bachelor/Masters degree in Graphic Design, Architectural Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.Minimum of 10 years of experience in a creative role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design. AfterEffects a strong plus. Proficient in MS Office Suite.A strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects and demonstrating expertise in visual design.Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

Knowledge of Accessibility standards and best practicesFamiliarity with working in Figma

The annual salary range for this position is $115,200.00-$172,800.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.