Art Director

Condé Nast is a global media company producing the highest quality content with a footprint of more than 1 billion consumers in 32 territories through print, digital, video, and social platforms. Condé Nast is renowned for provocative, influential, award-winning content-across brands, across platforms, and across continents.

Condé Nast India is dedicated to producing high-quality, compelling content that connects with India’s most influential audiences. A leader within the market, Condé Nast India produces the premium titles Vogue, GQ, Condé Nast Traveler, and Architectural Digest (AD).

Position Summary & Scope:

This role executes the art and design strategy to be in line with the editorial strategy set by the HoEC Vogue

Areas of Responsibility (Key Result Areas):

• To lead the design management across print and digital platforms exhibiting best-in-class use of key design skills such as typography, application of color theory and image selection.
• To be responsible for the set production to meet specified deadlines.
• Art direction and management of photos for the magazine maintaining consistency and developing new ideas.
• Commissioning illustrations and sourcing.
• Working with Global Design Director, HoEC and Managing Editorial Associate to create dynamic and exciting covers with a strong commercial awareness.
• Managing the budget alongside the HoEC for all aspects of the design process
• Ensure that the brand image and brand design values are consistent and in line with the publishing strategy.
• Producing on-brand supporting materials for marketing and other brand extensions.
• To work with internal employees including the Editorial team, Publisher, Managing Editor, Marketing teams and other departments.
• Liaise with external contributors and suppliers when required.
• To manage freelance art contributors when required.
• Ensure that all design administration is accurate to ensure contributors and image rights are retained.

Key Skills & Core Competencies:

Functional Competency:

• Proficiency in using InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
• Project Management
• Strong understanding of HTML and CSS
• Interest in Photography and Fashion

Behavioural Competency:

• Attention to Detail
• Decision Making Skills
• Creative Thinking
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Stakeholder Management
• Team Management

Qualification and Experience:

5 years of relevant experience with Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts/ Design.