RUN Studios, and its client partner, a large online retailer headquartered in Seattle, are seeking an Art Director to join for an approximate 4-month project!

This position is a full-time, Monday-Friday position to be based in Culver City, California. Candidates must be willing to commute on-site 5 days per week.

We are seeking an Art Director to lead at the forefront of creative innovation, blending human artistry with next-generation technologies. In this role, you will drive compelling campaigns, unlock new forms of storytelling, and inspire teams to push creative boundaries. You will guide how emerging tools such as generative AI can amplify vision while maintaining the highest standards of creative integrity.

As an Art Director, You Will:

Lead creative strategy and execution across high-impact campaigns.
Identify opportunities where technology can elevate creative expression.
Develop proof of concepts that showcase innovative uses of design and storytelling.
Mentor and inspire teams while guiding the adoption of new creative workflows.
Manage designers, copywriters, and external agency partners.
Present creative concepts and strategies to senior stakeholders.
Ensure all creative deliverables meet quality, brand, and ethical standards.

As an Applicant, You Bring:

5+ years of experience driving creative strategy and execution at an agency or in-house creative team.
A strong portfolio that demonstrates originality, craft, and storytelling impact.
Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art, Digital Design, or equivalent professional experience.
Proven track record of leading innovative creative technology initiatives.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and generative AI tools.
Experience in entertainment marketing, digital design, or related creative fields (preferred).
Expertise with Cinema 4D and other advanced creative tools (preferred).
Strong presentation skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Additional Position Details

Supervisory Responsibilities
- None.
Physical Demands
- Physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Work Environment
- Typical for an office setting or home environment.
- Remote.
Travel
- None.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

At RUN Studios we recognize our ultimate success depends on our talented and dedicated workforce. We understand, value, and are grateful for the invaluable contributions made by each employee. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive program of evolving competitive benefits specifically designed to support the needs of our employees and their dependents.

Compensation

Pay Range: $50.00 - $55.50 (Hourly)

The successful candidate’s pay will be based on various factors such as individual qualifications and work location.

Benefits:

Benefits and perks may vary depending on location and nature of the work, but eligible employees have access to medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D benefits, health savings and flexible spending accounts, other telehealth and wellness benefits, a minimum of seven paid holidays per year, accrual of at least 6.5 days (Temporary Employment) to at least 15 days (Regular Employment) of paid time off per year, a 401k plan with company match, discretionary bonuses dependent on company, team or individual performance, and referral bonuses for eligible hired referrals.

As an equal opportunity employer, RUN Studios is committed to pay equity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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