amika · 2 weeks ago
Art Director, Social
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$130K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expAmika is a Brooklyn-born, salon-raised haircare brand committed to sustainability and empowering self-expression. They are seeking an Art Director, Social to lead the brand's presence across social platforms by creating and executing engaging content that resonates with audiences.
Consumer GoodsFashion
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Sasha L.
Responsibilities
Concept and art direct all social-first content , including organic, paid, and campaign extensions
Translate brand and campaign ideas into platform-native social executions that feel timely, bold, and culturally relevant
Lead social content captures, including in-house shoots, creator content, BTS, and quick-turn moments
Create social content ranging from designed graphics to video content
Direct talent, creators, and stylists to ensure content feels authentic, elevated, and on-brand
Partner closely with video editors and motion designers to shape final social edits, guiding pacing, framing, typography, and overall visual tone for social content
Ensure all social assets maintain creative integrity while adapting to different formats and aspect ratios
Collaborate with Creative, Social, and Marketing teams to support launches, initiatives, and always-on content
Stay deeply tapped into social trends, visual language, and platform best practices
Partner with Director of social to set up an ownable framework around our social content strategy
Push creative boundaries while ensuring consistency with amika’s brand POV
Qualification
Required
3+ years of professional experience as an Art Director or designer with a strong focus on social or digital content
Proven background in content creation and graphic design, with the ability to concept and execute visually compelling on brand social work
Proven self-starter who can independently own social creative from idea through execution
Experience working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Strong understanding of TikTok, Instagram, youtube, and short-form video best practices
Experience leading content captures and collaborating closely with post-production
Strong eye for composition, typography, motion, and visual storytelling
Preferred
Experience in beauty, fashion, lifestyle, or culture-driven brands
Video editing experience (Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar)
Comfort working with creators, influencers, and talent
Motion or animation experience (After Effects, social motion systems)
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere)
Benefits
Bonus
Company
amika
amika has grown to become one of the largest independent hair care brands in the U.S.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-05-12Acquired
Leadership Team
Reuben Carranza
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Semple
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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