Aquent
Art Director
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On-site (Mon–Thu), Remote (Fri) Location:
Tampa, FL
About the Role We’re looking for an
Art Director
to lead and elevate the creative vision of a fast-moving beauty brand. This role is both
hands-on and leadership-focused
—you’ll actively design, art direct, and manage projects, while also mentoring and guiding a team of four designers (Senior, Mid, Junior, and Packaging).
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong
on-set production experience
, and has a track record in
CPG and/or Health/Beauty with packaging design as a plus
. You’ll translate big-picture brand direction into pixel-perfect executions across social, digital, packaging, and e-commerce, ensuring every touchpoint is trend-relevant and aligned with Gen Z audiences.
If you’re a creative leader who can balance innovation with brand consistency—and you enjoy being a player-coach who uplifts your team—this is the role for you.
What You’ll Do Creative Leadership & Brand Stewardship Act as the Creative Director’s right hand, ensuring design quality and consistency across all channels Translate brand vision into briefs, moodboards, and final creative assets Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of four designers while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment Provide constructive, actionable feedback that strengthens both the work and the team Partner with the Director of Creative Operations to keep projects on track and on schedule
Campaign Development & Execution Lead omnichannel campaign development with a
social-first mindset
(TikTok, Instagram, Reels, emerging platforms) Concept and art direct
photo and video shoots
, from pre-production through post-production Own the creative direction for
new product launches
, including packaging, marketing assets, and go-to-market visuals Ensure creative output is culturally relevant, shareable, and optimized for engagement Build scalable systems—templates, guidelines, and toolkits—for consistent brand execution
Production & Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with copywriters, marketers, and external partners to deliver cohesive creative solutions Ensure all files are
production-ready
, accurate, and polished for both print and digital channels Evolve the brand aesthetic in response to consumer insights and design trends Support the development of
sales tools, retailer assets, and internal communications
What We’re Looking For 5+ years
in graphic design, art direction, or brand creative (beauty or CPG strongly preferred) Proven
on-set production experience
(photo and video) Packaging design experience and understanding of packaging life cycles Strong portfolio showcasing
visual storytelling, campaigns, and brand work Proficiency in
Adobe Creative Suite
(Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Figma and Canva skills, a plus Experience
leading and mentoring creative teams Deep knowledge of
social-first content
and beauty design trends Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple fast-moving projects Excellent communicator and collaborator, with confidence presenting work Portfolio required-
Strong portfolio showcasing
visual storytelling, campaigns, and brand work
( website required; PDFs not accepted
)
Bonus Points Experience scaling a brand from startup to national presence Passion for packaging innovation, materials, and sensory design 2D/3D rendering skills to bring packaging and merchandising concepts to life Knowledge of
print finishes, color matching, and production specs
On-site (Mon–Thu), Remote (Fri) Location:
Tampa, FL
About the Role We’re looking for an
Art Director
to lead and elevate the creative vision of a fast-moving beauty brand. This role is both
hands-on and leadership-focused
—you’ll actively design, art direct, and manage projects, while also mentoring and guiding a team of four designers (Senior, Mid, Junior, and Packaging).
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong
on-set production experience
, and has a track record in
CPG and/or Health/Beauty with packaging design as a plus
. You’ll translate big-picture brand direction into pixel-perfect executions across social, digital, packaging, and e-commerce, ensuring every touchpoint is trend-relevant and aligned with Gen Z audiences.
If you’re a creative leader who can balance innovation with brand consistency—and you enjoy being a player-coach who uplifts your team—this is the role for you.
What You’ll Do Creative Leadership & Brand Stewardship Act as the Creative Director’s right hand, ensuring design quality and consistency across all channels Translate brand vision into briefs, moodboards, and final creative assets Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of four designers while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment Provide constructive, actionable feedback that strengthens both the work and the team Partner with the Director of Creative Operations to keep projects on track and on schedule
Campaign Development & Execution Lead omnichannel campaign development with a
social-first mindset
(TikTok, Instagram, Reels, emerging platforms) Concept and art direct
photo and video shoots
, from pre-production through post-production Own the creative direction for
new product launches
, including packaging, marketing assets, and go-to-market visuals Ensure creative output is culturally relevant, shareable, and optimized for engagement Build scalable systems—templates, guidelines, and toolkits—for consistent brand execution
Production & Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with copywriters, marketers, and external partners to deliver cohesive creative solutions Ensure all files are
production-ready
, accurate, and polished for both print and digital channels Evolve the brand aesthetic in response to consumer insights and design trends Support the development of
sales tools, retailer assets, and internal communications
What We’re Looking For 5+ years
in graphic design, art direction, or brand creative (beauty or CPG strongly preferred) Proven
on-set production experience
(photo and video) Packaging design experience and understanding of packaging life cycles Strong portfolio showcasing
visual storytelling, campaigns, and brand work Proficiency in
Adobe Creative Suite
(Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Figma and Canva skills, a plus Experience
leading and mentoring creative teams Deep knowledge of
social-first content
and beauty design trends Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple fast-moving projects Excellent communicator and collaborator, with confidence presenting work Portfolio required-
Strong portfolio showcasing
visual storytelling, campaigns, and brand work
( website required; PDFs not accepted
)
Bonus Points Experience scaling a brand from startup to national presence Passion for packaging innovation, materials, and sensory design 2D/3D rendering skills to bring packaging and merchandising concepts to life Knowledge of
print finishes, color matching, and production specs