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Careers Junior Art Director

Why we're hiring

The short answer? We're looking to keep a good thing going. An independently owned full-service marketing agency, Pinckney Hugo Group has grown consistently over the past 20 or so years.

We've created bigger and better work, added to our capabilities and expanded to serve a wider range of regional, national and international clients. It's all happened because we've been able to bring in incredibly talented and dedicated people to help build something special. And because we don't plan on slowing down anytime soon, we're posting career opportunities like this one.


Junior Art Director

Creative Department

Description

Don’t let the “Junior” thing fool you. Sure, you’ll be getting your feet under you and sharpening your fundamental design skills every day, but this is a chance to quickly gain experience creating and executing designs across a variety of media for some of the biggest brands in the world. If that sounds good to you, let’s talk about how we can bring you in as a Junior Art Director at PHG.

In this role, you’ll translate your creativity, eye for design and attention to detail into incredible work for our clients. Assignments encompass traditional print media, posters and packaging, along with digital and social opportunities, and involve taking projects from initial sketches to design to final production. While you work, you’ll have the support and guidance of senior creatives at every step, helping you advance your career and take your skills from novice level to downright rock star.

Experience Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field from a four-year college or university required
  • One to two years of related work experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Design in a variety of styles
  • Assignments involve taking projects from initial sketches to design to final production
  • Team-based work requires excellent communication across all departments
  • Remain current on industry trends and technology
  • Detail-oriented and deadline-driven

Skills/Qualifications

  • Basic understanding of printing process, photography, illustration, typography, editing and online applications preferred
  • Macintosh software, including the latest version of Adobe Creative Suite; InDesign and Photoshop expertise a must
  • Adobe Creative Suite: One year (Preferred)
  • U.S. work authorization (Preferred)

WHY PHG?

For starters, you'll have the chance to work on some of the biggest brands and most exciting projects in the world — all from right here in Upstate New York, and in some cases, from the comfort of your home.

We should also probably mention… If you're looking for an easy job, this isn't the place for you. You'll be asked to work smarter and harder and faster than you have before.

You'll be challenged, but you'll never be on your own. What we offer takes a full team. And we're just that — a team. A group of complementary talents that, when unleashed together, can do anything we set our minds to.


OUR HIRING PHILOSOPHY

At Pinckney Hugo Group, we believe that diversity improves our agency and helps us to better serve our clients by offering different views, perspectives and experiences. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and team, and aspire to better reflect the brands and people we serve. We strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQAI+ community, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply to join our team. No matter who you are, you'll find opportunity here. We'll empower you to work on amazing brands with incredible teams, all while giving you the space you need to make this time whatever you want it to be. Apply today and explore all the ways you can grow with us. You'll be glad you did — and we will too.

We'd like to know more about you and why you're interested in PHG. Please be sure to include a cover letter with your resume submission.

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    Note: Coverletter, resume and portfolio examples can be uploaded as a single PDF.