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Company Description

Hi there! We're Razorfish. We've been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What's different? It all starts with people. Weird, wonderful, complex people - with diverse backgrounds in strategy, creative and technology. But no matter how different we are, we all have one thing in common. We believe our differences are our strength. So we push for inclusion, challenge convention and bring in new perspectives, to inspire new ideas. Because when we connect by understanding what makes people different, we can create unforgettable experiences that enrich lives. Join us at razorfish.com.

Overview

As an Art Director, you will be responsible for lead visual content-such as look/feel, lockups, and storyboards-while partnering with a copywriter to develop cohesive, persuasive campaigns that effectively align with brand strategy and effectively communicate the intended message, engaging the target audience.

This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in-office each week. If you are contacted for an interview, your recruiter will discuss specifics with you, inclusive of any necessary reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with copywriters to develop compelling, on-brand creative concepts

• Lead the visual execution of advertising across print, digital, social, and broadcast media.

•  Oversee and guide designers, illustrators, photographers, and other creatives to ensure high-quality output

•  Present creative ideas and campaign concepts to internal teams and clients

•  Ensure all visual elements align with brand guidelines and campaign objectives

•  Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining quality

• Stay current on design trends, advertising techniques, and industry best practices

• Provide feedback and mentorship to junior creatives within the team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Fine Arts, graphic design, advertising, visual communications, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in art direction or design in an agency or creative environment
• Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and diverse high-quality design work across media
• Proficiency with creative tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma)
• Experience collaborating with copywriters, designers, strategists, and clients
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to present ideas clearly
• Understanding of branding, marketing, and advertising principles
• Attention to detail, a love of craft.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• General awareness and understanding of the digital landscape, including online campaigns, mobile experiences, and social media landscape.
• Enthusiasm, big ideas and attention for details.

*Please provide portfolio link and resume when applying*

Additional Information

At Publicis Groupe, we offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance, transportation, and parking benefits, legal benefits, pet insurance, and auto and home insurance.  You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days in order to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits. You will also be eligible to participate in the Publicis 401(k) Plan after you complete 1,000 work hours in a consecutive 12-month period.

Razorfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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 Compensation Range: USD $32.11 - USD $46.49/Hourly. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/1/2025.Employment Type: OTHER