Art Director, Creative Services

New York City Ballet is one of the foremost dance companies in the world, with a roster of spectacular dancers and an unparalleled repertory.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the integrity of the NYCB brand, helping to evolve, build and promote it
• Direct the creation and production of various print and digital design projects including but not limited to publications, all collateral and brochures, posters, signage, outdoor, logos, print/online advertising, digital graphics, merchandise, and exhibits
• Provide design oversight, communicating across teams and between NYCB departments to inform and influence best practices, and ensure brand integrity
• Work closely with the Senior Director to recommend outside creative partnerships, finding and cultivating creatives/artists to be invited to collaborate with the institution
• Oversee the work and workflow of the Creative Services team, in conjunction with all areas of the department, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and on budget
• Provide mentorship to design team, fostering a collaborative environment
• Maintain an understanding of the latest trends in design, typography, photography, art and culture
• Develop department production protocols
• Maintain an archive for all department work, with rapid location and retrieval in mind

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in graphic design and/or fine arts
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive work experience in the field of graphic design, including team management
• Comprehensive knowledge of graphic design principals, typographic, promotional and editorial design, and a wide variety of media and production methods required
• Knowledge of design and presentation software packages to include Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint and Word
• Proven understanding of brand management
• Attention to detail, with strong organizational, project management, and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak with and translate between technical and non-technical
• Reliable and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment
• Basic knowledge of black and white and color photographic processes and conventional and digital print processes, print production, press checking and vendor file preparation
• Web/Digital knowledge a plus
• Some retouching skills preferred
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for pre- and post-performance department activities
• An affinity/passion/interest in performing arts/art/culture a must, ballet and/or in NYCB a plus