Senior Art Director

Sherwin-Williams

ABOUT US

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!

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Position Details

Senior Art Director
Job
Full-time
2/27/2024
Chicago Illinois
Chicago, IL

The Senior Art Director is responsible for designing for various brands across our teams. This person will partner with cross functional partners on a variety of deliverables. They ill manage a high volume workload, and should be able to accommodate shifting priorities. A proactive individual with strong attention to detail will do best in this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design for diverse brands across various channels in 360-degree touchpoints, closely guarding brand standards. 
  • Partner with copywriters on a variety of deliverables: websites, email, social, packaging, POP/merchandising, B2B and B2C collateral, print advertising, and trade shows. 
  • Manage a high-volume, fluid workload to accommodate shifting priorities of the business, communicating regularly with teammates and internal stakeholders to maintain schedules. 
  • Collaborate with brand, product and digital marketing managers who are both onsite and in other offices. 
  • The ability to professionally articulate ideas and interact both in person and by email/phone is key. 
  • Proactively investigate complications and seek solutions to design challenges to ensure consistency and accuracy. 
  • Prepare technically accurate files for online publication and print production, and work closely with developers and production managers to ensure successful launches. 
  • Leverage a strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy across multiple pieces within a brand.

FORMAL EDUCATION

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Required:

  • 5+ years’ experience in consumer-facing marketing, preferably for CPG brands.
  • Interest in home décor/renovation a plus. Some DIY experience also a plus. 
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. 
  • Strong, persuasive presentation skills. 
  • Highly motivated with a strong work ethic. 
  • Knowledge and understanding of the print and digital processes.

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