Art Director (Marketing Agency

Elevation Marketing is a 25-year-old independent data-driven B2B-only full-service marketing agency focused on driving marketing strategies for enterprise organizations around the globe. The agency prioritizes strategy and data (mixed with the right dose of creativity and technology), identifying key marketing touchpoints that align with ideal buyers to drive customers and prospects toward critical business actions. With cutting-edge technology systems and platforms, Elevation delivers sustainable, end-to-end marketing solutions that consistently deliver measurable results for brands.

We’re seeking a Art Director with a strong background in agency and B2B environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in visual design, branding, creative concepting, and digital design execution. This role requires a versatile designer & art director capable of producing high-impact creative across a wide range of formats, including branding systems, digital campaigns, websites, social media, presentations, print and sales collateral.

The successful candidate will craft visually compelling designs for both overarching brand initiatives and specific product communications. They will also engage directly with stakeholders—at leading billion-dollar brands, contributing to strategic discussions and helping shape creative direction at the highest level. Due to the highly collaborative nature of agency work, this job is not remote and is based in our beautiful Gilbert office (Phoenix Area).

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• Design + Art Direct and produce high-quality creative assets across multiple channels, including digital, print, social media, advertising, web, print and mobile platforms.
• Develop and maintain brand identity systems, ensuring consistency across all touch points.
• Lead design strategy initiatives for select B2B clients, aligning creative execution with business objectives and audience insights.
• Create compelling visual solutions for clients across diverse industries, including technology, manufacturing, agriculture, and industrial sectors.
• Collaborate closely with copywriters, strategists, and developers to deliver cohesive, integrated campaigns.
• Present creative concepts and design idea & recommendations to senior stakeholders, and teams.
• Adhere to industry best practices and client-specific brand guidelines to ensure quality and consistency.
• Follow client brand guidelines and design best practices to ensure seamless execution.
• Maintain and evolve visual standards, ensuring brand voice and tone are reflected in design.
• Generate innovative design ideas that support overarching campaign concepts and brand strategies

• Proven ability to collaborate with internal teams and senior-level stakeholders at Fortune 500 companies to develop compelling visual solutions.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining creative direction, with flexibility to adapt and negotiate changes as needed.
• Expertise in translating complex or technical concepts into clear, visually engaging designs.
• Experience partnering with leadership to define and shape distinctive brand aesthetics.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple strategic and tactical projects simultaneously..
• Conceptual thinker capable of guiding idea generation in partnership with senior leadership, across both brand and product initiatives.
• Solid understanding of digital technologies and their application in enhancing creative concepts.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to independently develop and execute innovative ideas.
• Exceptional design skills with a focus on clarity, coherence, and impact across product, brand, and campaign deliverables.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to engage effectively with both internal teams and external clients.
• Passionate about creative work and open to constructive feedback and direction.
• Capable of managing a high-volume workload efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Excellence in writing and presenting your creative to internal…