You’re a designer who thinks conceptually, executes with intention, and knows how to bring ideas to life across channels. You care about craft, collaboration, and work that actually solves problems. That’s who we’re looking for. Anderson Advertising & Public Relations is a full-service agency partnering with clients across healthcare, hospitality, entertainment, financial services, and beyond. We value smart thinking, strong design, honest collaboration, and a little sarcasm along the way.

As an Associate Art Director, you’ll play a hands-on role in shaping integrated campaigns from concept through execution. You’ll collaborate closely with creative leadership, project management, and account teams to deliver thoughtful, high-quality creative across digital, print, social, video, and experiential touchpoints.

This role is ideal for a senior-level designer ready to step further into ownership, leadership, and creative influence.

What You’ll Do

• Concept and execute work across branding, print, digital, social, web, outdoor, and video
• Contribute to and help lead fully integrated, 360° campaigns
• Interpret creative briefs with a strategic and critical eye
• Maintain and evolve client brand standards across all deliverables
• Balance big-idea thinking with strong production execution
• Manage multiple projects and fast turnarounds in a deadline-driven environment
• Collaborate with copywriters, project managers, videographers, freelancers, as well as media and account teams
• Present work with clear, strategy-based rationale
• Participate in client-facing meetings and presentations (remote and in-person)
• Lead or contribute meaningfully to brainstorms and concept development
• Mentor junior designers or interns when applicable
• Ensure quality and consistency across all final work

What You Bring

• 5+ years of professional design experience (agency experience preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or equivalent experience
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Working knowledge of videography and photography production workflows
• Entry-level motion or animation experience required
• Experience with Premiere Pro and After Effects strongly preferred
• 3D experience (Cinema 4D or similar) a great plus
• Strong typography, layout, and composition skills
• Experience collaborating closely with copy, content, and editing teams
• Experience using AI tools for creative ideation and experimentation, with strong judgment around craft and application
• Comfortable using project management tools (Basecamp, Monday, or similar)
• Clear communicator with strong organizational skills
• Calm under pressure and confident navigating ambiguity

Why You’ll Love It Here

You’ll work with a smart, collaborative team that values original thinking, strong craft, and real balance. ANDERSON offers a hands-on culture with hybrid work, unlimited PTO, a dog-friendly office, room to grow, and clients that make the work meaningful. We take the work seriously—ourselves, less so.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, portfolio (or work samples), salary requirements, and a short note on why you’re a fit to [email protected]. *A portfolio is required for consideration*