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Hovercraft

A full-service creative studio specializing in experiential, innovation and 3D. United in Craft. Driven by Innovation.

Art Director – Freelance

Art DirectorArt DirectorContractRemoteLeadTeam 11-50Since 2009H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

58 days ago

Salary

$100 / hour

Seniority

Lead

English

Job Description

Art Director – Freelance

Hovercraft

• Hold the line on aesthetics and craft while thinking conceptually and strategically. • Adapt to various brand styles, yet always identify opportunities to add unexpected interactive, environmental, and animation elements. • Collaborate with (and sometimes drive) design teams of 2-4 people per project. You’ll need to keep them in check and the quality high. • Present your work confidently, communicate project progress with clarity, and be ready to convince internal teams, clients, and vendors why your approach is the right one. • Exploit the latest tech, platforms, and generative AI to break new ground. We’re not here to do what’s been done before. • Keep a finger on the pulse of industry trends and emerging tech, so the work stays sharp and forward-thinking.

Job Requirements

  • Extensive design experience from an agency or design studio, backed by a portfolio that shows off good taste and inventive, boundary-pushing work.
  • A conceptual dynamo who can maintain high-level design standards across everything you touch.
  • Deep knowledge of established and emerging technologies—so you can not only talk the talk but also use them to create innovative experiences.
  • Someone who is willing to bend the brief to deliver something beyond what was asked for.
  • You hit deadlines, juggle multiple projects, and make confident, smart decisions under pressure.
  • A collaborator, but also a driver—someone who’s pro-active, positive, and pushes projects forward autonomously.
  • Clear and concise communication, especially with remote team members.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard design and collaboration software, including Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Slack.

Benefits

  • Remote-first company working primarily on Pacific and Mountain time

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