An Art Director at ADVOC8 is a design storyteller and technician who can transform a physical space into a compelling narrative and extend that story into the digital realm. They are design fundamentalists who approach every challenge with equal parts rational thinking and innovative vision. This opportunity is for an early-career art director who’s ready to lead a team of designers into uncharted territory with confidence.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute campaign-level thinking that crafts compelling stories and builds brand identities across experiential touchpointsLead the ideation and design of immersive physical environments that extend seamlessly into digital and social for both proposals and projects.Oversee end-to-end creation and production of projects from concepting and spatial design through fabrication and on-site execution with a strong technicalCollaborate cross-functionally with strategists, creative directors, producers, fabricators, and technology teams to deliver cohesive & impactful multi-sensory brand experiencesChampion design quality across all deliverables, ensuring visual, spatial, and environmental elements align with brand narratives and client objectivesManage a roster of freelance designers across disciplines, guiding them to elevate their thinking and ensuring deliverables meet ADVOC8 standardsContribute to the creative future of ADVOC8 through exploring new platforms, talent and processes that continue to elevate our outputSkills and Qualifications6+ years of design experience with a strong portfolio in experiential design spanning brand activations, trade shows, conferences and large-scale live eventsProven expertise in concepting, event Identity development, spatial storytelling, and graphic design applied to three-dimensional environmentsDeep understanding of end-to-end experiential production process from inclusive graphic design & application, fabrication, environmental graphics, wayfinding and digital integrationProficiency in industry-standard tools: Adobe Creative Suite on Mac OSX; experience with spatial/3D tools (SketchUp, Cinema 4D, or similar) and generative AI tools is a strong plusFamiliarity with prompt engineering, AI image/video generation, and incorporating AI-developed assets into production-ready workDemonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team through multiple concurrent projects and tight timelinesExperience leading junior designers with a genuine interest in developing future creative leadersFresh, innovative thinker who embraces new challenges, emerging technologies, and evolving methods of designSelf-motivated, positive, and a clear communicator who can juggle multiple workstreams and delegate effectivelyAligned with and committed to ADVOC8’s core values; represents them in daily workBetter Together - Collaborative soul who’s open to new ideas, sharing successes and being part of a teamLevel Up - High standards, never settling for the status quo or what we did last timeHustle Smarter - Entrepreneurial, roll-up-your-sleeves spirit, tempered by the courage to identify smarter ways of doing thingsCelebrate Differences - Highly empathetic personality who values individual perspectivesOutcome Over Income - Extensive experience and demonstrated success in client relationship managementProtect the Respect - Navigates conflict with an emphasis on transparency and diplomacyEngineer Exceptional Value - Inspired by outside-the-box thinking that yields outstanding ROI for our clients and projectsEmbrace Change - Recognize situations that require flexibility and craft creative solutions on the flyOther RequirementsSuccessful completion of a background checkA Note on AI-Assisted DesignTo ensure we’re exploring the frontier of what's possible in design, ADVOC8 actively explores AI-powered tools as part of our creative process, from ideation and spatial concepting to asset generation and rapid prototyping. Candidates with hands‑on experience integrating AI tools (e.g., Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, Stable Diffusion, RunwayML, or similar) into their design workflow are strongly preferred. We’re looking for someone who views AI not as a shortcut, but as a creative collaborator that accelerates the path from concept to execution.BenefitsCollaborative and creative work environmentCompetitive base salary, with additional performance‑based incentivesHealth Insurance: 100% coverage of base level medical insurance plus buy up options to meet the needs of you and your familyHealth Insurance: Dental and vision insurance401k, FSA, and stipend for mobile phone usageProfessional development and training reimbursementsUnlimited vacation and personal timePaid parental leave and Grandternity LeaveFully remote companyWe have transitioned from a once Washington D.C.-based agency to being Washington, D.C.-born. This position is not location-based, though travel will occasionally be required for project work and team offsites. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; at this time, we are not able to provide sponsorship.ADVOC8 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to achieving a diverse workforce, and prohibits discrimination and harassment: ADVOC8 is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ADVOC8 are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, neurodivergence, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, exercising the right to family care and medical leave, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. ADVOC8 will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.100,000 - 110,000 USD per year (Remote (United States))#J-18808-Ljbffr