Mid-Level Art Director Job at GSD&M (Austin)

Associate Design Director

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sets creative direction throughout all phases of project work from discovery to launch and beyond with ongoing optimization
Acts as a creative lead for one or more accounts, managing multiple tracks of work across a variety of teams
Works internally and with clients to develop the strategy, experience concepts and establish the overarching design direction for the experience
Produces compelling and highly usable experience solutions in response to client needs
Communicates and represents creative vision and execution with client partners
Continually develops processes to inspire, innovate, and harness new ways of thinking
Inspires and leads by example, setting professional standards for the team and the department
Actively trains, mentors, and manages junior to mid-level creatives and designers
Responsible for managing and guiding junior to mid-level creatives’ careers within AKQA (including regular one-on-one check-ins), writing and delivering annual performance reviews, and taking responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding them through a successful tenure at AKQA
Creatively participates in new business pitches – i.e. responsible for ideas and creative work, and competently presents pitches

Associate Design Director

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sets creative direction throughout all phases of project work from discovery to launch and beyond with ongoing optimization
Acts as a creative lead for one or more accounts, managing multiple tracks of work across a variety of teams
Works internally and with clients to develop the strategy, experience concepts and establish the overarching design direction for the experience
Produces compelling and highly usable experience solutions in response to client needs
Communicates and represents creative vision and execution with client partners
Continually develops processes to inspire, innovate, and harness new ways of thinking
Inspires and leads by example, setting professional standards for the team and the department
Actively trains, mentors, and manages junior to mid-level creatives and designers.
Responsible for managing and guiding junior to mid-level creatives’ careers within AKQA (including regular one-on-one check-ins), writing and delivering annual performance reviews, and taking responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding them through a successful tenure at AKQA
Creatively participates in new business pitches – i.e. responsible for ideas and creative work, and competently presents pitches

Motion Designer

Creatives at AKQA apply artistry and craftsmanship to strategic insight, creatin...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Lead the creation of distinctive motion design systems for brand identities, marketing campaigns, digital products (.com platforms, apps), and communications—grounded in strong conceptual thinking and strategic insight
Design and deliver high-quality 2D and 3D motion, UI animations, and brand motion principles across a wide range of outputs, including brand films, campaign sizzles, social content, and immersive visual narratives
Collaborate closely with creative directors, art directors, brand and experience designers, and client teams to bring ambitious ideas to life and push creative boundaries
Stay at the forefront of motion and digital design trends, combining tools, techniques, and emerging technologies to create work that shapes culture and elevates brands
Confidently move between defining scalable motion systems, animating high-impact campaigns, and enhancing digital product experiences with thoughtful, expressive motion
Create clear, compelling client-facing presentations that communicate vision, conceptual rationale, and executional guidelines
Translate brand and experience strategies into innovative motion solutions for complex, multi-channel design challenges
Mentor and support mid-level and junior designers, helping raise the overall quality and ambition of motion work across film, 2D/3D, and video
Lead the motion discipline on client projects, owning deliverables, maintaining momentum, and ensuring work meets timelines and AKQA’s standards of creative excellence
A standout portfolio demonstrating depth and range across brand identity, integrated campaigns, communications, and digital product experiences (.com and app)

Motion Designer

Creatives at AKQA apply artistry and craftsmanship to strategic insight, creatin...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Lead the creation of distinctive motion design systems for brand identities, marketing campaigns, digital products (.com platforms, apps), and communications—grounded in strong conceptual thinking and strategic insight
Design and deliver high-quality 2D and 3D motion, UI animations, and brand motion principles across a wide range of outputs, including brand films, campaign sizzles, social content, and immersive visual narratives
Collaborate closely with creative directors, art directors, brand and experience designers, and client teams to bring ambitious ideas to life and push creative boundaries
Stay at the forefront of motion and digital design trends, combining tools, techniques, and emerging technologies to create work that shapes culture and elevates brands
Confidently move between defining scalable motion systems, animating high-impact campaigns, and enhancing digital product experiences with thoughtful, expressive motion
Create clear, compelling client-facing presentations that communicate vision, conceptual rationale, and executional guidelines
Translate brand and experience strategies into innovative motion solutions for complex, multi-channel design challenges
Mentor and support mid-level and junior designers, helping raise the overall quality and ambition of motion work across film, 2D/3D, and video
Lead the motion discipline on client projects, owning deliverables, maintaining momentum, and ensuring work meets timelines and AKQA’s standards of creative excellence
A standout portfolio demonstrating depth and range across brand identity, integrated campaigns, communications, and digital product experiences (.com and app)

Motion Designer

Creatives at AKQA apply artistry and craftsmanship to strategic insight, creatin...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Lead the creation of distinctive motion design systems for brand identities, marketing campaigns, digital products (.com platforms, apps), and communications—grounded in strong conceptual thinking and strategic insight
Design and deliver high-quality 2D and 3D motion, UI animations, and brand motion principles across a wide range of outputs, including brand films, campaign sizzles, social content, and immersive visual narratives
Collaborate closely with creative directors, art directors, brand and experience designers, and client teams to bring ambitious ideas to life and push creative boundaries
Stay at the forefront of motion and digital design trends, combining tools, techniques, and emerging technologies to create work that shapes culture and elevates brands
Confidently move between defining scalable motion systems, animating high-impact campaigns, and enhancing digital product experiences with thoughtful, expressive motion
Create clear, compelling client-facing presentations that communicate vision, conceptual rationale, and executional guidelines
Translate brand and experience strategies into innovative motion solutions for complex, multi-channel design challenges
Mentor and support mid-level and junior designers, helping raise the overall quality and ambition of motion work across film, 2D/3D, and video
Lead the motion discipline on client projects, owning deliverables, maintaining momentum, and ensuring work meets timelines and AKQA’s standards of creative excellence
A standout portfolio demonstrating depth and range across brand identity, integrated campaigns, communications, and digital product experiences (.com and app)

Senior Art Director Sport

We’re looking for a Senior Art Director to lead creative direction within our Sp...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

Zalando Sverige

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience as a Senior Art Director or comparable creative role within a sports or lifestyle brand or a sport-focused creative agency
Strong understanding of sports culture, movement, performance aesthetics, and how these translate into global and local brand expression
Proven track record leading large-scale photo and film productions, translating strategic direction into impactful creative execution
Strong conceptual and visual thinking with a strategic mindset and hands-on executional excellence
Ability to craft compelling campaign narratives and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with strong organizational and time-management skills
Experience leveraging AI tools and creative technologies — including generative design, image development, and content automation — to enhance creative ideation, storytelling, and production workflows
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to articulate creative rationale, influence stakeholders at all levels, and foster cross-functional alignment
Strong trend awareness and passion for the intersection of sport, design, and culture
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and deep familiarity with production workflows, digital platforms, and content creation processes

Job Responsibility

Lead the visual direction and creative execution for Zalando Sport campaigns and large-scale digital, film, and photography productions
Drive overall creative direction on key clients and projects, ensuring work is on-strategy, brand-appropriate, and aligned with marketing objectives
Collaborate closely with the Creative Director and cross-functional teams to develop, refine, and present strategic creative concepts, visual frameworks, seasonal narratives, and campaign ideas
Develop marketing strategies and apply conceptual strategy, design, and copywriting/editing across projects
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
Direct, mentor, and guide junior and mid-level creatives as well as freelancers

What we offer

27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with up to 60% remote per week
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)
Mental health support and coaching available

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Associate Design Director

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sets creative direction throughout all phases of project work from discovery to launch and beyond with ongoing optimization
Acts as a creative lead for one or more accounts, managing multiple tracks of work across a variety of teams
Works internally and with clients to develop the strategy, experience concepts and establish the overarching design direction for the experience
Produces compelling and highly usable experience solutions in response to client needs
Communicates and represents creative vision and execution with client partners
Continually develops processes to inspire, innovate, and harness new ways of thinking
Inspires and leads by example, setting professional standards for the team and the department
Actively trains, mentors, and manages junior to mid-level creatives and designers
Responsible for managing and guiding junior to mid-level creatives’ careers within AKQA (including regular one-on-one check-ins), writing and delivering annual performance reviews, and taking responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding them through a successful tenure at AKQA
Creatively participates in new business pitches – i.e. responsible for ideas and creative work, and competently presents pitches

Associate Design Director

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sets creative direction throughout all phases of project work from discovery to launch and beyond with ongoing optimization
Acts as a creative lead for one or more accounts, managing multiple tracks of work across a variety of teams
Works internally and with clients to develop the strategy, experience concepts and establish the overarching design direction for the experience
Produces compelling and highly usable experience solutions in response to client needs
Communicates and represents creative vision and execution with client partners
Continually develops processes to inspire, innovate, and harness new ways of thinking
Inspires and leads by example, setting professional standards for the team and the department
Actively trains, mentors, and manages junior to mid-level creatives and designers.
Responsible for managing and guiding junior to mid-level creatives’ careers within AKQA (including regular one-on-one check-ins), writing and delivering annual performance reviews, and taking responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding them through a successful tenure at AKQA
Creatively participates in new business pitches – i.e. responsible for ideas and creative work, and competently presents pitches

Mid-Level Art Director

GSD&M

Location:
United States , Austin

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Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

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