RAPP Dallas is looking for an Art Director to join our award-winning Creative team.

WHO WE ARE:

We are RAPP world leaders in activating growth with precision & empathy at scale.

As a global, next-generation precision marketing agency we leverage data, creativity, technology, & empathy to foster client growth. We champion individuality in the marketing solutions we create, & in our workplace. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individuals needs, beliefs, behaviors, & aspirations.

We foster an inclusive workplace that values diversity & emphasizes personal well-being.

HOW WE DO IT:

At RAPP, our fearless superconnectors help to create value from personal brand experiences by focusing on three key areas: connected data, connected content & connected decisioning.

Our data analysts identify who that person is, our strategists understand what they want, & our award-winning technologists & creatives know how to deliver it ensuring were able to activate authentic customer connections for our clients.

Part of Omnicoms Precision Marketing Group, RAPP is comprised of 2,000+ creatives, technologists, strategists, & data & marketing scientists across 15+ global markets.

YOUR ROLE:

RAPP is seeking an Art Director who will bring strong conceptual thinking, highly developed design skills, & expertise in a wide range of design programs. You will push the boundaries of creative excellence while ensuring the delivery of best-in-class work. Collaboration will be at the heart of your role as you work with creative partners & team members across core departments to ensure client satisfaction.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Comprehension: Ability to digest & interpret briefs, self-start on execution, & understand how different briefs interrelate.
• Ideation: Develop thoughtful concepts & innovative solutions to creative challenges, backed by solid rationales.
• Craft & Execution: Continuously hone your craft while executing & revising projects with precision & attention to detail.
• Iteration & Elevation: Propose multiple, informed solutions to creative problems & push for constant improvement.
• Directing & Managing: Manage your own workflow with confidence & ensure all work aligns with agency processes & timelines.
• Storytelling & Selling: Present & sell ideas effectively to internal teams & clients, with a clear rationale behind your creative decisions.
• Business Contribution: Own parts of projects, ensuring on-time & on-brief delivery while contributing to client growth & agency success.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute creative concepts that are on strategy & aligned with client goals across all direct response media (email, direct mail, print, display, social, digital, TV, radio).
• Generate innovative ideas & strive for cutting-edge, inclusive, & impactful solutions.
• Handle high-level projects & manage multiple assignments simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate expertise in typography, layout, & graphic design while maintaining a strong sense of animation & motion where applicable.
• Adapt & apply brand guidelines to both digital & direct response environments. Collaborate with creative partners & core departments to deliver work that exceeds expectations.
• Present creative work with confidence, effectively communicating the rationale behind your design choices.
• Manage workflow efficiently, meeting deadlines & consistently delivering on time & on budget.
• Stay current with design & technological trends, incorporating them into your work for fresh & effective executions.
• Take ownership of the production process by reviewing & signing off on mechanical proofs, collaborating with Production, Art Buying, & Studio teams.
• Develop work within the budget & guidelines of each assignment.

SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Exceptional execution of creative concepts across diverse media.
• Clear & articulate communication, fostering strong team relationships & client trust.
• Development of thoughtful & informed points of view that elevate client work.
• Proactively track marketplace trends & provide relevant insights to improve creative outcomes.
• Demonstrate leadership by mentoring junior team members & fostering a culture of collaboration & creativity.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience: 2-5 years of art direction experience, with a portfolio showcasing produced work across channels (DM, EM, print, display, social, digital, TV, & radio).
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat), with moderate experience in prototyping tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch. Experience in Keynote, PowerPoint, & Google Slides is a good thing to have. Curiosity & fiddling with AI tools is a plus.
• Design Craft: Strong skills in typography, layout design, & animation, with attention to detail & a relentless drive for precision.
• Communication: Excellent written & verbal communication skills, with the ability to present & sell ideas effectively to internal teams & clients.
• Collaboration: Comfortable working in a team-oriented environment, with a commitment to inclusivity & respect for diverse perspectives.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive under pressure, meet tight deadlines, & manage competing priorities with efficiency.

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Our Hybrid Work Model:

RAPP's current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections & collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we'd like.

RAPP provides a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, & personal days & positive activism days, paid parental leave & disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $55,000 - $68,000. This range is specific to Dallas & multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience & training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.