Creative Art Director

Job Title: Creative Director - Art

Location: Mumbai

Experience Required: 10 to 15 years from Digital Creative Agency

Creative Director - Art:

To lead the visual and aesthetic direction across brands. You will be responsible for driving concept development, leading creative teams, ensuring world-class execution, and working closely with internal and client stakeholders. This role requires a deep understanding of design, storytelling, and cross-platform campaign thinking, with the ability to mentor and elevate the work of the entire art team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative & Visual Leadership:

  Lead the visual language and art direction across integrated campaigns – from print and digital to film, AV, and experiential. Ensure all creative outputs maintain a high standard of craft and consistency.

• Conceptual Development:

  Partner with copywriters and strategists to generate bold, effective ideas and campaign platforms that are rooted in insight and executed with finesse.

• Client Collaboration:

  Present and articulate creative ideas to clients, offering a strategic rationale. Build trust through clear communication, creative passion, and a collaborative mindset.

• Team Management & Mentorship:

  Lead and inspire a team of art directors, designers, and visualizers. Foster a culture of creative excellence, mentorship, and continuous learning.

• Executional Excellence:

  Supervise all stages of production including shoots, animation, editing, and post-production to ensure creative integrity is maintained through delivery.

• Cross-functional Coordination:

  Work closely with copy, strategy, tech, production, and account management teams to bring ideas to life cohesively across all media.

Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in Applied Art, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Proven portfolio with award-winning and culturally resonant work.
• Strong command over design fundamentals.
• Excellent knowledge of design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) and production workflows.
• Confident in handling large teams, multiple brands, and fast-paced timelines.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills with fluency in visual storytelling.
• Awareness of global trends in art, design, technology, and culture.

Hard Skills: