
Art Director (social first) - Social Media Agency
Job Title: Art Director (social first)
Work Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Pacific Time (will consider Central Time)
Location: Remote
Start Date: Late May
Position Type: Full-Time
The Role
Our Client Project Bionic is hiring a Social-First Art Director to play a hands-on creative leadership role within our team. You’ll report directly to our Creative Director and work alongside graphic designers, editors, strategists, and account managers to develop impactful social content that aligns with brand strategy and current platform trends.
This role is ideal for someone who blends conceptual thinking and design excellence, who can take direction but also help shape it, and who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment. You’ll guide creative execution across static, motion, and video — supporting both organic and paid campaigns.
What You’ll Do
Lead visual direction and ideation on client campaigns, from concept to execution
Interpret briefs and feedback then provides creative direction to designers and editors
Ensure brand consistency and visual quality per each client across all deliverables
Collaborate with the Creative Director to push creative standards and ideas forward
Bring a critical eye to design work and provide clear, constructive feedback
Participate in client meetings to support strategy, present creative, and respond to feedback
Collaborate cross-functionally with accounts and strategy to align design with campaign goals
Stay on top of platform trends and incorporate them into creative recommendations
Occasionally contribute hands-on design or layout work when needed
Develop efficiencies in workflows of production with advancements of AI
What You Bring
4–6 years of experience in a design or art direction role, ideally in a social-first or digital agency
Strong portfolio showcasing creative leadership and high-impact social content
Ability to think conceptually and translate strategy into visual execution
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere)
Familiarity with CapCut, Canva, and other emerging creator tools
Deep understanding of social platforms: Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook
Expanded knowledge of social media trends in both organic and paid media
Experience directing short-form video, motion graphics, and integrated social campaigns
Collaborative working style and ability to guide junior creatives with clarity and empathy
Comfortable presenting ideas to internal stakeholders and external clients
Organized, deadline-driven, and adaptable to feedback and change
Bonus: Familiarity with tools like Notion, Slack, Google Workspace, and AI-powered creative tools
About Project Bionic
We’re a social-first agency that helps brands grow with strategic, creative, and community-driven content. From short-form videos to branded visuals, we bring ideas to life that move audiences and drive results.
At Project Bionic, we believe connection is rooted in respect, diversity, and inclusion. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.
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