Principal, Art Direction - Performance Marketing

Principal, Art Direction - Performance Marketing

Remote

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create next‑gen ideas, act fast, and move constantly because standing still is not in our DNA.

We’re looking for a talented and strategic Principal, Art Direction to join a fast‑paced, high‑performing team supporting one of our most visible, dynamic clients. This hands‑on leadership role requires conceptual thinking, sharp visual design capabilities, and video‑first experience.

As a key leader within the creative department, you will translate strategy into engaging creative, mentor a multidisciplinary team of designers and creators, partner with copywriters, video editors and content creators, and ensure design excellence from kickoff through delivery. You will own your workstream, manage junior talent and consistently raise the creative bar.

• Deliver High‑Impact Creative: Concept and design best‑in‑class digital creative across social and video, with a strong focus on visual storytelling and performance.
• Mentor & Lead: Act as a direct supervisor and mentor to junior and mid‑level art directors and designers. Provide clear, constructive feedback across disciplines.
• Support Video + Content Production: Contribute to pre‑production planning, support on‑set shoots, and collaborate with editors and designers in post‑production.
• Partner Across Disciplines: Work closely with copywriters, strategists, producers, project managers, and client teams to align creative with brief goals, brand voice, and business objectives.
• Manage Creative Execution: Own the work from end to end, concepting and producing polished on‑brand, performance‑minded assets that meet timelines and briefs.
• Be a Problem Solver: Navigate ambiguity, adapt to shifting priorities, and bring proactive solutions to creative and production challenges.
• Cultivate Culture: Foster an inclusive, high‑energy environment and lead daily brainstorms and inspiration‑sharing sessions.

• 5+ years of visual design experience with a strong portfolio of digital campaigns, social‑first content, and video‑driven work.
• Prior social agency experience or a track record of navigating high‑volume, high‑visibility accounts.
• On‑set and content production experience, including working with video directors, editors, and producers.
• Strong client presentation and communication skills.
• Excellent design sensibility and a strategic eye for layout, typography, motion, and branding, as well as deep knowledge of social best practices.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset.
• A creative portfolio showcasing strategy turned into scroll‑stopping creative.

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We are committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. Accommodations are available and confidential.

DEPT® participates in E‑Verify, meaning your Form I‑9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

We are a B Corp‑certified company passionate about purpose‑driven work and our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.