Creative Artists Agency (CAA)

Job Description

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and dynamic Art Director to join our innovative Brand Consulting sports sponsorship creative team. This is a senior creative author position where you'll be instrumental in developing and executing visually compelling and impactful creative strategies for our sports-focused marketing and experiential initiatives. The ideal candidate is a creative visionary with a passion for sports, live events, and design, capable of translating marketing objectives into stunning campaigns that resonate with a global audience.

This role requires a leader who can take command of the creative process, guide and mentor a team to elevated success, and deliver world-class results. You’ll be the ultimate teammate, collaborating with department leaders while also demonstrating engaging thought leadership in client presentations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide creative thought leadership and guidance for the design team on projects related to print, experiential, environmental, social media, and digital design.
• Lead the creative development process, building comprehensive creative concepts and graphic systems for activations, campaigns, and experiential spaces.
• Act as the creative author on concurrent projects, independently developing and orchestrating creative solutions from the initial brief to final execution.
• Execute and implement various creative assets, upholding brand guidelines and ensuring a demonstrated attention to detail in proofing all files for correct specs, colors, copy, and more.
• Problem-solve and pivot quickly in a nimble, fast-paced environment, effectively navigating internal and external feedback.
• Liaise with department leaders, internal contacts, and production teams to review project briefs, determine content needs, and align on creative direction.
• Confidently present and pitch concepts to internal and external teams, walking them through ideas, concepts, and creative solutions.
• Manage and mentor junior to mid-level designers, fostering their growth and ensuring the team's success.
• Uphold the highest standards of the organization and represent the team with professionalism.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail in proofing of all print and digital files for correct specs, colors, copy, links, spelling, etc.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years’ creative and/or art direction experience with a focus on sports.
• A strong conceptually-driven portfolio of work that provides examples of live venue presentation, design and animation, A/V, wayfinding, OOH, and social media marketing.
• Demonstrated command of composition, color, motion theory, and design thinking.
• A mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Proficiency with After Effects and Premiere is a valuable plus.
• Experience managing and mentoring junior to mid-level designers.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with experiential and production teams to develop environmental activations.
• Strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to present, pitch, and navigate client feedback.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of live-action production and VFX a plus.

Location

This is a hybrid role in our Los Angeles office.

Compensation:

The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $95,000 - $157,000 in Los Angeles, CA. This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.