Sr. Designer / Art Director - Editorial

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring a Sr. Designer / Art Director for a remote opportunity based in Los Angeles, California with one of our clients in the multi-cultural entertainment space. This is a 6-month contract to potential full-time role.

In this role, you'll lead the digital publishing strategy for a major film release, crafting compelling content that supports grassroots screenings, the premiere, and a global digital debut. Your creative and editorial skills will help translate a layered visual and conceptual narrative into digestible, engaging digital formats across social media and web platforms.

There is no application deadline for this role.

Sr. Designer / Art Director Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize and lead the design direction for all digital expressions of the film (social media, website, promotional assets, video stills, etc.).

• Create compelling visuals that distill the film’s aesthetic and philosophical language into accessible and engaging formats.

• Collaborate closely with the filmmakers and creative team to ensure all visual outputs honor the integrity and vision of the project.

• Develop visual storytelling formats (e.g., carousels, animated assets, trailers) that enhance narrative engagement and cultural resonance.

• Guide and maintain the visual consistency and graphic language across all digital and physical touchpoints for the film.

Sr. Designer / Art Director Qualifications:

• 5–8 years of experience in visual design, creative direction, or art direction—preferably in the film, editorial, or cultural media spaces.

• A strong visual portfolio that demonstrates bold, culturally informed design and a sophisticated eye for composition, typography, and motion.

• Experience building the creative identity of a brand, artist, or project from scratch across multiple platforms.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Canva (bonus: motion design, light video editing, or web design).

• Deep cultural fluency, particularly around Black visual culture, experimental cinema, and radical aesthetics.

• Comfortable working both strategically and hands-on, from concept to execution.

• Passionate about experimental Black cinema, community-based storytelling, and future-forward publishing models. (preferred)

• Confident art director who’s eager to take creative risks, push boundaries, and work across media formats. (preferred)

• A visual translator—able to distill abstract ideas into stunning, resonant design. (preferred)

• Enthusiastic about shaping a design-forward publishing identity from the ground up. (preferred)

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

• Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.