Art Director

Alchemy Worx is an award-winning, audience management agency specializing in email, SMS, and paid social marketing for clients ranging from the Fortune 500 to local market players. The agency offers advanced marketing services, utilizing both time-tested and emerging methods and technologies to secure a higher rate of customer engagement and retention.

We are seeking an Art Director for a role that combines design expertise, creativity, and thought leadership with business, operational, and leadership abilities. This is a leader who can inspire in-person, remote, and offshore teams to efficiently deliver the right creative solutions to our clients every day. The goal is to define and advance a positive and highly productive design culture, regardless of where the team sits, with a focus on email and SMS channels.

This is a hybrid position, with 3 days a week in our Flatiron office.

What You’ll Do:

• Design & Execution:
• Develop visually compelling and brand-consistent email templates, graphics, and layouts in Figma.
• Lead a team of writers and designers in crafting compelling creative.
• Collaborate with the strategy and build teams to create engaging visuals that enhance the overall user experience.
• Ensure designs are optimized for performance across various devices and email clients.
• Manage and maintain Figma's design systems, libraries, and assets to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Client Management:
• Serve as a creative point of contact for clients, maintaining clear and effective communication throughout project lifecycles.
• Understand client needs and campaign objectives, translating them into compelling visual concepts.
• Present design concepts and revisions to clients, gather feedback, and make necessary adjustments to ensure satisfaction.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through proactive communication and reliable delivery.
• Collaboration & Strategy:
• Work closely with copywriters, designers, strategists, and account managers to deliver cohesive and impactful email marketing campaigns.
• Stay up-to-date with email marketing trends, tools, and best practices to continually enhance design quality and campaign performance.
• Contribute to brainstorming and strategy sessions, offering design and user experience insights.

• 5-7 years of experience, with a focus on driving results through email and SMS creative
• 3+ years of experience managing and leading a creative team of designers, copywriters, etc.
• Experience guiding and mentoring remote teams, both onshore and offshore
• Experience in CPG, Retail, or Beauty a plus (not required)
• Expert knowledge in Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite + Figma
• Project Management Software (ClickUp, Asana, etc.)
• Ability to successfully organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment
• NYC-based, in-office Tues/Wed/Thurs every week

• Salary range: $90,000 - $100,000
• Unlimited PTO policy
• Fully covered medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company match