Art Director

Hello. We’re Pink Squid, a UK-based fast-growing creative agency building people-powered brands. We do award-winning work for global clients, with our HQ in London, and a footprint in the US.
As An AD, will have a passion for visual storytelling and a keen eye for design, who is eager to learn and grow within the employer branding space. Working under the guidance of our Head of Creative and Creative Directors, you will help bring our clients' employer brands to life through engaging visual content.
You’ll be working on global scale clients through a range of projects from various industries including but not limited to: healthcare, education, travel, FMCG, tech, finance and more. 

With experience working in a fast-moving, client-focused agency environment, you will also have:
 

• A degree in Creative Advertising, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• Relevant professional experience in an art direction role, preferably within an agency environment. Fresh graduates with relevant internship experience are also encouraged to apply.
• A strong portfolio showcasing your creative abilities, conceptual thinking, and design skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with digital design tools.
• A basic understanding of branding and marketing principles, with a desire to specialise in employer branding.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset, with a willingness to take on feedback and learn from others.

Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. What you’ll be doing
 

• Assist in the development and execution of creative concepts for a variety of media, including digital, print, and social media campaigns.
• Work closely with the copy team to ensure visual and textual content aligns seamlessly, telling compelling brand stories.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and creative concepting, contributing innovative ideas that push creative boundaries.
• Help create and maintain visual guidelines for client brands, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
• Manage multiple projects from concept to completion, adhering to deadlines and client specifications.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest trends in design, advertising, and employer branding to inform and inspire creative outputs.
• Prepare presentations and mock-ups for internal reviews and client pitches.

Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to ensure projects are executed to the highest standard. Bonus: Agency-wide bonus scheme
 
Holiday: 26 days per year (plus public holidays) + an annual increase after each full year of service up to a maximum of 30 days in total
 
We also offer a bank holiday exchange for alternative days of the year with religious or cultural significance, as well as a buy-and-sell option of up to 5 days per year.
 
Pension: Aviva pension (5% employee / 3% employer)
 
Hybrid working 
 
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave.
Socials: occasional get-togethers, studio lunches, social events, and a two-day annual Xmas trip
Medicash: Healthcare cash back plan
 
Tank supplies: Drinks fridge, snacks and treats for those days when you're in the office