Freelance Art Director, AI & Visual Development

What does an Art Director, AI & Visual Development do at Hogarth? 

We are seeking a forward-thinking Art Director with a passion for leveraging AI in the creative process. This is a unique opportunity to work at the vanguard of design, partnering directly with our Creative Director, to set the visual tone for major projects. As our Art Director, AI & Visual Development, you will own the process of translating creative concepts into powerful visual narratives. You are a master storyteller who is as comfortable directing prompts and refining, and you thrive on bringing ambitious ideas to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Creative Director to define the creative vision and then drive the art direction for key projects from concept to completion


• Own the AI creation of high-impact visual narrative boards and treatments. Establishing a clear and compelling visual language


• Lead a hybrid creative workflow, using generative AI tools for rapid ideation and concept exploration, then applying traditional design craft to polish and perfect the final visuals


• Present and articulate your creative concepts and visual strategy to internal teams and stakeholders


• Iterate on creative work with precision and speed, incorporating feedback while maintaining the integrity of the core concept


• Act as a resident expert on AI-driven design, mentoring others and exploring new tools and techniques to keep our creative team on the cutting edge

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Art Director, Director, Designer, Motion Designer, or Concept Artist within an agency environment or studio environment


• An outstanding portfolio that showcases exceptional conceptual thinking, a strong aesthetic, and a mastery of visual storytelling, including examples of storyboarding


• Your portfolio must include examples of work created using generative AI tools (e.g., Veo, Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, etc.)


• Expert-level proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)


• A deep understanding of the fundamentals of art direction, including composition, typography, color theory, and lighting


• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate your creative vision


• A collaborative spirit and the ability to work hand-in-glove with creative leadership

The compensation for this position at the time of this posting is CA $43.27 - $67.31 per hour. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.

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