Art Director

Establish Clear Guidelines for all Brands:

He/she will partner closely and report into the Creative Director in establishing clear guidelines for Scentbird and all of the four private owned brands: Deck of Scarlet, Confessions of a Rebel, GoodHabit and Sanctuary. Art Director is responsible for direction and execution of photography, videography and other creative medium. He/she will be responsible for concepting and executing creative content for 360 campaigns, from collaborative ideation, to design development and presentation of creative strategy, through to final execution for application across all digital touchpoints and print. Be comfortable and confident leading and managing junior creatives; and proactively manage time and deadlines. Simplify and standardize the way we create art. He/she must be hands-on, agile, strategic yet detail-oriented, driven, and be a team player.

Ensure Creative is Produced on Time, to the Highest Standard and Provides a Consistent Brand Message Across all Channels:

On-set photo shoot experience
E-commerce design (tablet, mobile, etc.)
Digital marketing design (email blasts & banners) – translate creative into a
digital environment that ensures a cohesive brand story for each fragrance
and brand.
Editorial & Social design, Digital assets (model & still life product shots, videos)
Print marketing design (advertising, invitations, store signs, tester units, and
additional print collateral)
Internal communications (emails, internal branding requests)
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Collaborating with styling teams on photo sets, as well as in pre-pro and post
production.
Select, edit, crop and submit all item level photos
Work with manager on development of shoot strategy boards for
presentation
Interaction with and partnering with all in-house agency departments as
well as with the in-house digital agency and our licensee partners and
their external agencies.
Partner with concept design teams to ensure a clear brand message
Oversee and lead all retouching and final colour corrections with in-house
and outside partners to maintain brand standards and consistency.
Oversee quality control for all collateral

Partner with Creative Director to:

Create a compelling seasonal campaigns from inspiration to delivery
Generate new concepts that will drive the business and evolve our messaging
Stay ahead of trends, evolve our core assets and ensure a cohesive seasonal message
Participate in new idea sessions and the possible development and execution of those ideas (ie. shopping experiences, new sites, marketing campaigns, etc.)
Create design and execution of advertising needs with or without agencies.
Create new franchise videos (styling & brand stories)

Provide Art Leadership:

Create and maintain the vision for the brand with leaders across the organization:

Ensure brand alignment with Marketing, PR, Ecommerce, Merchandising, & Design
Work cross-functionally and collaboratively to define objectives, timelines, & budgets for large scale projects
Partner with external agencies
Forge strong working relationships with all members of creative team (stylists, photographers, producers) and our cross-functional partners (Marketing, e-commerce, PR, merchandising, Design, Talent)
Help lead, manage, and mentor junior creatives

Qualifications & Competencies:

BFA/BA degree from four-year college or university (preferably in Graphic Design, Digital Design, Advertising or a related field)
Min 5-8 years related experience, preferably in the agency / beauty / fashion / photo industry, with 2-3 years of that experience at an Art Director level
Must have ability to manage a team, lead, and mentor: highly organized, passionate, strategic-thinker, collaborative, energetic, positive, self-starter, strong communication and interpersonal skills
Must be hands-on and able to equally delegate and/or execute projects independently
Willingness and ability to be reactive, flexible, and resourceful under tight deadlines
Encyclopedic understanding of digital and social media platforms and products
Strong understanding of branding, marketing, advertising, packaging
Strategic, big-picture thinker with ability to produce highly conceptual work
Strong sense of visual style — photography, design, typography, graphics, etc — with an understanding and appreciation of luxury / prestige
Must have photography, beauty, design experience; fashion is a plus but not a must.
Must have strong understanding of photo process and hands-on experience in asset creation from concept through to final retouching
Strong knowledge of animation a plus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Anticipate needs to quickly identify solutions
Provide overall direction, manage workflow of photography team and oversee the development of the project
Develop and maintain a design/photography benchmark
Software: Adobe Creative Suite: Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator are musts.

What You’ll Love About Us:

Competitive base compensation
Bonus program
Remote first
Paid Time Off
Wellness Days to rest and reset
Volunteer Time Off
401k with Company Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts, as well as Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Complimentary Scentbird Membership
A fun, creative, and energetic work environment

About Scentbird:

Scentbird inspires fragrance lovers to go beyond the ordinary and sample scents that evoke passion, confidence, and the unknown. Our mission is to revolutionize the way we perfume by bringing the ultimate fragrance playground right to your fingertips and offering a digital subscription service that lets members choose from over 500+ designer perfumes each month.

About the Brands:

Scentbird: The easiest way for fragrance lovers to discover, try, and buy their favorite scented products without a commitment
Deck of Scarlet: Deck of Scarlet was created to break the boredom and shake up clean beauty. The line of bold cosmetics features vivid colors, innovative textures, and unprecedented finishes that bring the fun and creativity back to clean beauty.
Confessions Of A Rebel: We’re not afraid to provoke. Our fragrances are made to excite and inspire: some are subversive, others are straightforward, all are compelling in their own right. He, she, they, YOU - our confessions are not caged in by gender.
Goodhabit: Built for the digitally native generation, Goodhabit is pioneering the movement in defending your skin against artificial blue light and modern day skin stressors. We’re developing clean, conscious, and effective skincare solutions that keep you connected, and your skin, protected.
Sanctuary: Our newest brand to the Scentbird family. This fragrance, just like the playful creature that was its muse, this scent opens with an energetic blend of red berries and fresh bamboo as a nod to the Red Panda’s favorite foods, while pink pepper adds an extra lively twist. Verdant notes like white tea, violet, and oakmoss pay homage to its habitat in the Himalayan Forests and mountains of China, as cashmere woods evoke a soft, cuddly feeling.

Scentbird is committed to bringing individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives into the Nest. We strive to uphold an inclusive environment where individuals of all different backgrounds, ages, colors, ethnicities, gender, or gender identities, genetics, physical or mental abilities, protected veteran status, race, religious or sexual orientation, thrive. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated internally to going above and beyond in fostering diversity. Come as you are - we’re excited to meet you.