Job description
Somnio seeks a freelance Concept/Campaign Designer. This role is ideal for a visionary designer with a passion for conceptual thinking and the ability to translate ideas into captivating visual campaigns. As a Conceptual Art Director, you will be responsible for developing original concepts and creative strategies, bringing them to life across various platforms to ensure powerful storytelling and brand alignment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with creative teams, including copywriters and strategists, to conceptualize and develop innovative ideas for campaigns that resonate with target audiences.
- Lead the creation of visual concepts, mood boards, and design executions from ideation through to final delivery.
- Ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines and marketing objectives while pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.
- Oversee the design process, providing direction and feedback to ensure high-quality, cohesive deliverables across digital, print, social media, and other media platforms.
- Present and articulate creative ideas, concepts, and strategies to internal teams and clients with confidence and clarity.
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design innovations to inspire fresh and cutting-edge concepts.
- Work closely with project managers to meet deadlines while maintaining a high standard of creative output.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Art Director or Conceptual Designer, particularly in campaign development and execution.
- Strong conceptual thinking with the ability to translate ideas into compelling visual narratives.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively sell ideas and lead creative discussions.
- A keen eye for detail and a passion for visual storytelling and design trends.
- Experience working across multiple media platforms (digital, social, print, video).
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- A portfolio that demonstrates creative excellence in campaign work, showcasing your ability to develop and execute bold, engaging ideas.
Preferred:
- Experience in agency or creative environment.
- Background in working with high-profile brands and clients.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
- Adobe Creative Suite: Highly skilled in Photoshop and Illustrator
- Microsoft Office: knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
- Sharp eye for layout and graphic design
- Creative and independent problem solving
- Experience in simple illustrations and digital drawings
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience working within brand standards
- Ability to develop project from creative conception to final deliverable
- Digital typesetting knowledge
- Color theory knowledge
- Willingness to work on a team
- Responsiveness to constructive criticism
- Ability to work under pressure and quick turnarounds when necessary
- Knowledge of HTML, CSS
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT:
- Full-time contractor on a retainer
- 100% remote work
- Compensation in USD
- Must be available to work Monday to Friday, CDT hours
