Senior Art Director
WWE
Stamford, CTThis was removed by the employer on 7/19/2017 9:28:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
WWE is the pinnacle of live-action entertainment - a one-of-a-kind spectacle that feeds packed arenas, with millions more watching worldwide. This isn't just another ''household name'' brand for your book. It's a chance to make your mark on pop culture, start a buzz that lights up social media, and see your work come to life on a global stage.
About the Job:
Your core responsibility is to deliver off-air creative for WWE Network and live events - concepts, artwork, and campaigns that work together across print and digital. You'll play an integral role in branding each WWE show/event with a signature look, from initial logo design, typography, and photo direction to out-of-home and interactive media. You'll also get the chance to shape brand campaigns for global marketing and corporate social responsibility initiatives, as you broaden your skill set in a 360-degree design environment.
About You:
You're a creative, world-class Art Director, with an eye-popping portfolio of leading promotional campaigns. You move quickly without getting overwhelmed, because you bring fresh thinking and creative problem-solving to the team. Your well-rounded experience includes a proven design track record. Plus, you've got an expert-level handle on Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and photo composition.
Key Responsibilities:
• Work directly with Creative Director, Copywriters, and other Art Directors to develop off-air creative from concept to completion
• Explore/develop/produce innovative ideas appropriate to the client's marketing strategy within stated deadline and budget
• Develop multiple concepts that deliver strategic creative
• Justify your ideas and decisions with smart rationale, while staying open to other effective solutions
• Promote design and visual ideas that are fresh, original, and elevate the brand
• Coordinate with production, ensuring quality work that is on time
• Keep current on the latest techniques of design, graphics, layout, typography, and photography; seek new and innovative techniques
• Keep current with WWE programs, characters, storylines, and products
Requirements:
• 7 years of Entertainment/TV industry experience as a Designer/Art Director (focused on off-air)
• Strong portfolio exhibiting concept and original design (key art, web and interactive media experience a plus)
• Expert in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign (ability to illustrate a plus)
• Portfolio should demonstrate cutting-edge creative that stands out from the clutter, fresh thinking, and a creative approach to problem solving
• Proactive team player and problem solver with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Knowledge of all phases of production
IMPORTANT: This full-time position is based in our global headquarters in Stamford, CT. Applications without a link to your online portfolio will NOT be considered.
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