Social First Art Director

Drake Cooper is seeking an associate to mid-level art director to join our creative department. This person will be primarily tasked with developing engaging social media campaigns, as well as contributing to broader campaign and concept development for agency clients. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in social content conception and creation, excellent creative vision, exemplary writing skills, and the ability to transform ideas into powerful visual and verbal narratives. 

*Due to the need to contribute frequently to quick-turn production with our content studio, this is a Boise-based role. To be considered, candidates must live in the Boise area or be willing to relocate.* 

Responsibilities:

• Concept Development: Work with creative partner(s) to brainstorm and conceptualize creative solutions for social-first campaigns, ensuring they meet client briefs and objectives.
• Art Direction: The Art Director will lead the visual aspect of the project, including the design and production of the visual elements, ensuring the visuals effectively communicate the desired message.
• Production: With our content production team, coordinate and direct photo/video shoots, audio records, and animated pieces for social assets.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the rest of the team, including strategists, graphic designers, account leads, producers, and web developers, to ensure a cohesive and integrated campaign.
• Presentation: Present concepts and final executions to stakeholders, clearly articulating the creative vision behind the ideas.
• Project Management: Manage timelines and deliverables, ensuring projects are delivered on time and on brief.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Art Director or in a similar creative role.
• Strong portfolio showcasing high-level conceptual thinking and exceptional design skills.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Proven experience in social media content creation, especially in organic/owned channels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for storytelling and creating engaging content.

Benefits:

• 100% Employee Owned
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Parking at our office locations
• 401 (k) plan with a match
• Agency-paid medical, life, and short-term disability insurance, along with options for vision, dental, additional life, and long-term disability insurance
• A generous time off program including family leaves and volunteer work
• Great clients!!

At Drake Cooper, we embrace differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status and other characteristics that make each of us unique. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate a culture based on respect, diversity, and inclusion.