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Art Director

Hypebeast is a leading global platform for contemporary culture and lifestyle, and a premier destination for editorially-driven news and commerce. Founded in 2005, it became a publicly listed company in 2016, and today boasts a global readership across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and more. The Group has expanded its publishing brands to a wider scope, encompassing Hypebeast and its multiple content distribution platforms, creative agency Hypemaker, e-commerce and retail platform HBX, distribution and merchandising segment Hyperoom and food and beverage destination Hypebeans.

Responsibilities:

Work with Creative Director on all HYPEBEAST brand-related projects.
Lead team of designers across multiple long and short term projects simultaneously.
Manage visual design process from concepts to completion.
Establish and manage the execution of brand assets, typography, logos, icons and interfaces for multiple platforms.
Understand the design challenges of individual projects and be able to provide creative solutions.
Collaborate openly with various disciplines and teams to produce high standards of finished work in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Able to solve problems with innovative solutions for websites, apps, digital activations, and other digital mediums.
Create and produce interactive design solutions for a variety of HYPEBEAST entities.
Be self-motivated and hardworking, able to work independently both effectively and efficiently.
Maintain a superior knowledge of the latest technology.

Requirements:

7+ years of experience in creative agencies with digital experience; experience in web, social and emerging.
Exceptional portfolio of digital designs; work experience from fashion industry is a plus.
Know how to develop visual direction and concept for brands/product, digital/physical campaigns and events.
Understanding of lifestyle/street culture and current creative/visual trends in a range of industries.
Knowledge with motion graphic/3D design application e.g. Adobe After Effect, Cinema4D.
Firm understanding of HYPEBEAST aesthetics/brand and past/current content.

$100,000 - $120,000 a year

The expected annual base salary range for this role is between $100,000 to $120,000. The salary range is subject to change and may be amended in the future. Experience, education, relevant skill set, location and other factors are considered when determining the salary offered.

If you think you’ve got what it takes, please provide your portfolio, cover letter, resume and expected salary.

This position is based and located in New York. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US.

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What You Should Know About Art Director, Hypebeast

Are you ready to take your creative genius to the next level? Hypebeast is on the hunt for a talented Art Director to join our vibrant team in New York! As a leading global platform for contemporary culture and lifestyle, we're passionate about pushing the boundaries of design and creativity. In this pivotal role, you’ll collaborate closely with the Creative Director on Hypebeast brand-related projects, steering a talented team of designers as we bring innovative concepts to life. You’ll manage the visual design process from inception to completion, crafting brand assets, typography, logos, and interfaces that resonate across multiple platforms. Your ability to tackle design challenges with fresh solutions will ensure we remain at the forefront of digital activations, websites, and apps. Hypebeast thrives on collaboration, so you’ll work hand-in-hand with various disciplines and teams to deliver high-quality, impactful work on time and within budget. With at least 7 years of experience in creative agencies, especially in digital environments, and a stellar portfolio showcasing your design prowess, you’ll understand lifestyle and street culture and reflect this understanding in your work. You should also have a strong grasp of the latest technology and design trends, along with knowledge of motion graphics applications like Adobe After Effects and Cinema4D. If you’re self-motivated and can produce exceptional interactive design solutions, we’d love to see your portfolio, cover letter, and resume. Join us at Hypebeast, where creativity knows no bounds!

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What responsibilities does an Art Director at Hypebeast have?

An Art Director at Hypebeast manages a team of designers across various projects, guiding the creative process from concept to completion. This includes establishing brand assets, solving design challenges, and collaborating with different teams to ensure high-quality outcomes are delivered in a cost-effective manner.