Art Director

Our client is a branding and marketing agency specializing in real estate developers and home builders, with more than 30 years of experience turning land into brand. Based in Denver, we are a remote-first team that moves quickly, thinks strategically, and sweats the detailsfrom identity systems and campaigns to digital experiences and launch moments.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and inquisitive Art Director who is passionate about ideas, storytelling, and creating brands that stand the test of time. This role is ideal for someone with strong creative instincts, a refined visual perspective, and the ability to translate strategy into compelling, culturally relevant design.

As an Art Director with this client, you will play a key role in shaping brand experiences across identity systems, campaigns, content, digital platforms, and social storytelling. You will collaborate closely with strategists, writers, designers, photographers, videographers, and clients to deliver thoughtful, beautifully executed creative work.

Key Responsibilities

Lead visual direction for brand identities, campaigns, and storytelling across digital, print, motion, social, and experiential channels

Translate strategic insights into compelling creative concepts and cohesive visual systems

Develop and present mood boards, campaign narratives, and client-facing presentations

Direct photography, video, and content shoots, including guiding talent and creative teams

Mentor and guide designers while maintaining a high standard of craft and execution

Present ideas clearly and confidently to clients and internal stakeholders

Champion emotionally resonant, distinctive creative work that stands out

Stay informed on cultural trends, design innovation, and emerging creative technologies

Ensure consistency and quality by stewarding brand assets and following established processes

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in branding, design, or advertising agencies

A strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and refined visual execution

Proven experience developing brand identities, campaigns, and multi-platform content

Expertise in typography, composition, image-making, and visual storytelling

Experience directing shoots and collaborating with photographers, filmmakers, and illustrators

Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate design rationale

Highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and process-driven

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects), Google Workspace, and online design tools (e.g., Canva, Creatopy/The Brief)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in motion graphics or film direction

Background in real estate, hospitality, or culture-driven brands

Familiarity with emerging creative tools and AI-driven workflows

Ability to source and build relationships with creative partners (photographers, videographers, editors)

What Success Looks Like

You create work that is clear, emotional, and memorable

You help brands connect with audiences in a human, authentic way

You bring strong ideas to the table and elevate the work of those around you

You are trusted by clients and teammates for your creative judgment and ability to deliver under pressure

The Reality of the Role

Full-time, remote position

40+ hours per week, with occasional weekend work

Individual contributor role with a high level of ownership

Highly collaborative environment requiring strong interpersonal skills

Fast-paced workflow where attention to detail and organization are critical

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data.

Benefits

Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.

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For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.This is a new role.

This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 06/30/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

This job was posted on 06/30/2026 and is open for 60 days

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