Art Director

LG2 Toronto is looking for an Art Director. Reporting to the Creative Leadership and working as a team with a Copywriter, your mission is to express ideas visually and solve complex communication challenges across all platforms, including video, out-of-home, digital, and content. Autonomous, curious, and deeply passionate about advertising, you will actively participate in all steps of the creative process—from the initial brief to client presentations and production follow‑up—while contributing to the globally celebrated creative product that defines LG2.

We are also open to hiring an existing creative team!

• Contribute to LG2’s creative excellence by taking an active part in all steps of the creative process, from the initial brief to the final presentation and production follow‑up.
• Bring big ideas to the table that push the boundaries of creativity for our brands, exploring multiple avenues to deliver impactful and memorable concepts.
• Develop compelling visual approaches, advertising layouts, and storyboards, providing strong artistic direction for photography, illustration, and motion design.
• Lead and oversee every stage of production autonomously to ensure world‑class visual craft and an irreproachable quality of the final output.
• Present work in a convincing manner that reflects the strategic thoughtfulness, depth, and relevance of our creative endeavors.
• Communicate and collaborate seamlessly across disciplines with various internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Share your knowledge and inspire the team daily, while mentoring and supervising the activities and growth of junior creatives.
• Support new business initiatives by proactively contributing to pitches and uncovering new creative opportunities for the agency.

• Proven experience in design, art direction, and developing concepts for mid- to large‑scale multi‑platform advertising campaigns.
• Advanced proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and digital design tools (Sketch or equivalent).
• Exceptional aesthetic sense and a true craftsman’s eye for detail, from meticulous typography and layout to precise color systems and kerning.
• Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to quickly grasp complex communication challenges and address them with innovative solutions.
• An exuberant work ethic and continuous curiosity for popular culture, new technologies, and emerging forms of storytelling.
• An open‑minded, collaborative team player who welcomes feedback with ease and views every challenge as an opportunity for improvement.
• Highly autonomous with a strong sense of responsibility and a proven ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with a natural ability to present ideas clearly and positively influence both clients and colleagues.

• Fourchette salariale (salaire annuel): $55,000 - $65,000
• Statut de cette opportunité d'emploi:
  Le poste est présentiment disponible.