• Create original illustrations for The Atlantic, focusing on daily coverage and digital features • Commission and art direct assignments • Occasionally work on special projects and the magazine • Collaborate in a fast-paced news environment • Ensure all work meets design, production, and editorial standards

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role is designed for a creative leader who will define and execute the visual strategy across integrated marketing campaigns, balancing brand storytelling with performance-driven outcomes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including copywriters, designers, product marketing, and media specialists to deliver compelling campaigns across digital, social, broadcast, and in-product channels. The Art Director will set the visual tone for creative projects, mentor and manage designers, and ensure all assets adhere to brand standards while driving measurable engagement and conversion. This position thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that encourages innovation, experimentation, and creative excellence. You will have the opportunity to shape visual campaigns that influence both aesthetic impact and business results, while guiding a team to reach its full creative potential. - Lead concept development and visual execution for marketing campaigns spanning brand, product, and performance initiatives. - Collaborate with copywriters, designers, producers, and external partners to deliver on-brand creative across multiple platforms. - Translate marketing and product strategies into visually engaging campaigns that drive engagement and conversion. - Review and approve creative assets to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with design standards. - Partner with media and marketing teams to test, iterate, and optimize creative performance. - Mentor and provide feedback to design team members, supporting professional growth and development. - Manage creative priorities, timelines, and deliverables to ensure high-quality outputs are achieved on schedule. - Stay informed on industry trends, digital innovation, and emerging creative tools to maintain a competitive edge. Qualifications - B.A. or B.F.A. in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field. - 7+ years of experience in art direction or design leadership within advertising, digital product, or entertainment environments. - Strong portfolio demonstrating both conceptual thinking and performance-driven creative. - Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and emerging creative tools (including AI-assisted design). - Experience managing and mentoring design teams or freelance creatives. - Knowledge of video production, motion principles, typography, and digital marketing platforms. - Ability to balance creativity with business objectives and campaign performance. - Experience in igaming, casino, or entertainment industries is a plus. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with comfort presenting to diverse audiences. - Willingness to travel occasionally, both domestically and internationally. Benefits - Competitive base salary ($120,000—$170,000 USD) plus potential bonuses. - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including HSA and FSA plans. - 401(k) plan with 100% company match on the first 4%. - Paid Time Off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP). - Remote work flexibility across the United States. - Opportunities for professional growth, creative autonomy, and collaboration with a talented team. - Exposure to cutting-edge digital marketing, design, and entertainment campaigns.

• Act as the ultimate steward of Huckleberry’s visual and narrative identity. Ensure our brand strategy is consistently expressed across all external touchpoints. • Lead the conceptual development of brand-led marketing campaigns. Translate marketing objectives into compelling visual stories that build trust and emotional resonance. • Architect and oversee the evolution of our brand identity. You will define the North Star for Huckleberry’s future look and feel, guiding the team through its implementation. • Provide high-level direction to the Senior Designer and external partners. Review work not just for aesthetic quality, but for strategic alignment with our brand mission. • Collaborate directly with Brand Marketing, Product, and Executive leadership to ensure the brand vision supports business goals and product innovation. • Own how the brand is perceived externally, ensuring our ethos is felt in every campaign, partnership, and piece of content.

• Mentor and encourage creative team members to foster a positive work environment • Support the Creative Director, work to conceive, craft, and help execute best-in-class creative and content ideas on brand, on strategy, on time, and on budget • Create, follow, and implement style guides across assigned clients and projects • Act as client-facing resource and provide solutions for any design-related issues • Provide daily quality control over assigned projects • Drive best practices across all creative including, conceptual thinking, art direction, design, and production • Anticipate problems that may impede a project from completing on time and implement solutions from a creative perspective, always with a problem-solving mindset • Collaborate on a daily basis with department leads to align on monthly/quarterly priorities/deliverables to ensure maximum client ROI. • Inspire, grow, and mentor the creatives you oversee to provide clear career paths and a long-standing team.