Braithwaite Communications | AIGA Philadelphia

Braithwaite Communications is a top-rated Philadelphia marketing agency recognized for its creative and strategic approach to branding, PR, digital and crisis communications. Our creative team is growing and we need a strong Art Director to build and lead our growing branding business. We are looking for mature Art / Creative Directors with a minimum of 7-10 years of demonstrated experience in graphic strategy print and digital design.

Requirements

We need someone with creative vision that can build and lead a growing creative department. Working in a variety of formats, media and industries, you will help conceptualize and design high-impact ideas, develop all aspects of visual design and manage production from concept to completion. You must have a passion for all things design and an ability to help raise the agency’s design consciousness and services.

Minimum of 7-10 years design experience in a creative, agency setting;
A portfolio of seriously good original designs for a variety of print and digital media — logos, layout, ads, websites, PowerPoint decks, infographics, sales collateral, video story boards and direct mail;
Mastery of design software techniques and short cuts supported by knowledge of up-to-the minute design trends and best practices;
Strong conceptual and analytical skills;
Excellent verbal and collaboration skills that allow you to use your “words” not just your stylus to help walk through effective creative briefs and break down complex issues into fundamental parts so that the team can improve, change or modify design to accomplish a common goal;
Effective presentation skills to effectively present ideas (in all stages) both verbally and visually so that audiences can see and understand the rationale and merit of your ideas;
Strong work ethic with a demonstrated ability to work autonomously with flexibility to work after hours on the rare occasions needed to complete key projects;
Organization skills including time management, deadline management and graphic file organization.

Environment
Braithwaite Communications is one of the fastest growing agencies in the region. We occupy an entire floor on Walnut Street in downtown Philadelphia. Our open and creative lay-out fosters team work, collaboration and fun in a fast-paced modern environment. Our clients include leaders and innovators in the business-to-business, food, pharma, tech, healthcare, finance and professional service sectors.

We offer a competitive salary, superior benefits, and a great work environment. Interested candidates should send portfolio samples and resume to Heather at hlrobertson@gobraithwaite.com.