Art Director

We are seeking a creative and visionary Contract Art Director with experience in merchandising / retail to join our client's team.

The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for directing product photography to showcase products in visually compelling ways across retail, editorial, and e-commerce platforms.

Additionally, you should have experience creating and directing social content for both paid and organic channels, including TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.

This is a hybrid role based in Toronto, ON. You will be expected to collaborate both in-office and remotely as needed to meet project deadlines.

Advantages

• The ability to help strategize and create exciting campaigns for our retail client.
• Work with an excellent team to build outstanding visuals for our client's dynamic campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct product photography for retail, e-commerce, and editorial campaigns, ensuring visual consistency and brand alignment.
• Collaborate closely with photographers, stylists, and merchandising teams to create high-quality visual content that elevates brand presence across various platforms.
• Develop and execute engaging social media content strategies for platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.
• Oversee the creation of both paid and organic content to maximize engagement and brand awareness.
• Ensure cohesive brand messaging and visual storytelling across all channels, from social to e-commerce.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, including marketing, merchandising, and design, to deliver projects on time and to spec.

Qualifications

• Experience in Merchandising / Retail : You have a strong understanding of retail, and know how to direct product photography in a visually compelling way for a variety of formats, including e-commerce and editorial.
• Social Content Expertise : You’ve managed and created content for social platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube, understanding how to tailor visuals for each channel.
• Proven ability to manage both paid and organic social campaigns, maximizing reach and engagement.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• A strategic thinker who can balance creative vision with business objectives.

Summary

If you’re passionate about retail and social content and have the experience to elevate brand visuals across multiple platforms, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter explaining your fit for this role.

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