Creative Art Director

Job Description

Primary Wave Music is a leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music. We seek an enthusiastic Creative Art Director to act as our primary liaison for the visual identity of projects or campaigns behind our brand’s visual language. This creative role reports to the President of Music Publishing and will work with all departments to handle visual aspects of the PW Brand, Marketing, Merch, and more.

• Set the creative tone for how people see, feel, and engage with our brand and other aesthetics.
• Collaborate with company leaders to bring concepts to life – whether it’s a global campaign launch, a reimagined brand identity, or company‑branded momentum.
• Collaborate closely with applicable team members to align visuals with messaging and business objectives.
• Lead the creative direction for multi‑channel campaigns from concept to final execution.
• Adhere to brand guidelines.
• Oversee the design of visual elements such as graphics, layout, digital media, photography, etc.
• Ensure all creative work meets artistic standards and brand guidelines.
• Present all concepts and campaigns to senior management for approval.
• Execute creative art ideas effectively.
• Ensure final product of vision is strategically aligned with marketing and brand goals.
• Design with purpose – every creative art design should be intentional.

• Has 10+ years’ experience in art direction, with a strong portfolio showcasing multi‑platform campaigns and brand identity work.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch and Figma.
• Exceptional visual and conceptual creativity.
• Ability to communicate creative ideas clearly to the team.
• Problem‑solving skills for balancing creative vision with practical constraints such as budget and deadlines.
• Hands‑on experience with logo design, typography, color, web layout design, print production, and image selection.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across creative, corporate and business teams.
• Solutions‑oriented, proactive and comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Strong organizational and project management skills and excellent attention to detail.

We offer a competitive salary in the range of $175,000 to $200,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, 401(k), long‑term and short‑term disability, holidays, life insurance, a hybrid work schedule, and personal and vacation time off. The actual salary rate depends on experience, business needs, and overall qualifications.

To respond to this opportunity, please submit your resume and application through the provided link.

Individuals can perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.