Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring an Art Director (Financial Services) for an exciting hybrid opportunity in Westwood, MA.

Join our client's dynamic in-house advertising agency, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the creative landscape of their Brand Marketing Team. Reporting to the Creative/Design Director, you’ll elevate creative expression across multiple channels—including digital, email, print, and direct mail—by developing innovative campaigns and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This hybrid role requires in-office collaboration three days a week.

Art Director (Financial Services) Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative visual and interactive campaigns that reinforce the brand platform at every touchpoint.

• Collaborate with copywriters, creative directors, and project teams to conceptualize and execute marketing initiatives for financial products.

• Partner with creative, marketing, and agency teams to ensure the delivery of user-centric designs that are on strategy and on time.

• Create compelling visual designs for a variety of assets, including landing pages, web and mobile interfaces, and social media content.

• Present creative concepts effectively, communicating how they align with strategic goals.

• Enhance the creative team workflow and explore innovative solutions to improve processes.
  
  

Art Director (Financial Services) Qualifications:

• Over 7 years of experience in print and digital design within in-house marketing or agency teams.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a strong online portfolio showcasing your creative expertise.

• Ability to maintain brand standards while delivering clean, intuitive designs.

• Expertise in graphic design fundamentals, including typography, composition, and color.

• Experience in art directing photo shoots and managing content through a library system.

• Familiarity with automated workflow tools like Aprimo and Workfront.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

• A bachelor's degree in Design or a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience.
  
  

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

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About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

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Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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