Mod Op is a 360-degree, full-service advertising agency with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, Portland, Dallas, Kansas City, and Panama City, Panama.
We believe in teamwork, client collaboration, powerful storytelling, stunning design, and thoughtful problem-solving.
We have a wide-array of capabilities and provide strategy, brand development, campaign ideation and production across all channels.
Our clients represent a breadth of industries, and every project presents new and interesting challenges.
We are committed to process, working smart and enjoying the work we do.
Mod Op is hiring a talented Art Director to join our team in Los Angeles.
The Art Director’s will conceptualize, create, and implement visual and aesthetic direction of client projects from ideation to completion under guidance and collaboration with Creative Directors, Account Leads, and Copywriters.
Output ranges from local to global, ranging from key art, visual target and style frames, to branding and large-scale campaigns for print/digital/out-of-home all with a passion for visual craft and storytelling.
Essential Functions
Work with Creative Director to conceptualize, design and execute brand elements, deliverables and campaigns Manage and mentor junior designers through workflow and execution Oversee and manage the visual aspects of creative work, ensuring a high visual standard across mediums Design and ideate across various media (web, print, brochures, digital, social, video) Execute print-ready mechanicals including collateral and specialty print items Collaborate with digital team on directing web and digital designs Work closely with Creative Director and Producer to adhere to multifaceted deliverables schedule Generate clear ideas and concepts in tandem with Copywriter Produce sketches, storyboards, roughs to visualize ideas Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience Present completed ideas to clients and team members
Requirements
BA with 5-10 years in graphic design, or MA with 2 years of senior graphic design experience.
Expert knowledge in typography and a passion for crafted visuals with clear viual and information hierarchy Fluency in branding within a multitude of deliverables, from logos, web layout design, identity systems, and motion style frames.
Excellent eye for photography and composition Strong proficiency in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, and Keynote.
Health, dental and vision benefits Generous time off plus December holiday closure