The Gettys Group · 1 month ago
Director of AI
Chicago,IL,US
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveThe Gettys Group is seeking a Director of AI to lead the development and integration of AI tools to enhance workflow efficiency and design output. This role involves working closely with teams to translate business needs into reliable AI processes and deploying practical AI solutions across various projects.
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Responsibilities
Define and maintain an actionable AI roadmap that supports design, visualization, and operational needs across the company
Identify opportunities where AI tools can reduce workload, improve quality, or create new capabilities
Build, test, and deploy practical AI solutions using a mix of commercial tools and open-source platforms
Develop workflows that incorporate LLM reasoning, diffusion models, video generation models, and agent-based automation
Maintain a strong understanding of the capabilities and limitations of frontier diffusion models (e.g., Nano Banana, Flux, Veo 3) and guide the company in using them effectively
Handle projects from initial scoping through prototyping, testing, deployment, and iteration
Create repeatable systems and documentation that allow non-technical team members to reliably use new AI tools
Work directly with designers and project teams to integrate AI tools into day-to-day processes
Train and support team members in using text LLMs, diffusion models, and multimodal agents
Produce internal guides, best-practice libraries, and hands-on training sessions to build confidence and competence across studios
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of modern LLM workflows, image/video diffusion models, and multimodal reasoning systems
Comfortable working in ComfyUI, using open-source models, and troubleshooting pipeline behavior
Deep knowledge of frontier diffusion models—how they differ, where they excel, and where they break
Experience working with agentic coding tools such as Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Code, or Codex
Experience building multi-step agent workflows using LangChain or similar frameworks
Ability to evaluate new AI tools quickly and integrate them into existing processes
Ability to translate workflow challenges into practical AI solutions
Experience prioritizing high-impact projects and building clear implementation plans
Ability to clearly explain technical workflows to non-technical teammates
Comfortable running trainings, demos, and 1:1 coaching
A track record of hands-on AI development and integration in a creative, design-focused, or fast-moving environment
Demonstrated ability to successfully deploy AI tools that support real production work
Degree in computer science, design technology, data science, or related field—or equivalent professional experience
Benefits
Quality healthcare plan available on the first of the month following 60-days of employment
Company paid basic Life insurance, as well as short and long-term disability
Paid time off plus 14 paid holidays, flex-Friday scheduling in the summer months
401k contributions first of the month following date of hire, company match to begin after 1-year
Dog-friendly office setting
Hybrid Schedule
Company
The Gettys Group
The Gettys Group focuses on generating inspired experiences that guests remember and defined details that enhance brands.
Founded in 1988
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ron Swidler
Chief Executive Officer
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Roger G. Hill II
Co-Founder/Executive Chairman
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