Art Director Creative Services - TEMP

PUMA Group is seeking a temporary Art Director to join Creative Services, its internal creative agency, based out of the Boston office. The role focuses on visual storytelling across digital, video, and multi-channel marketing content to deliver full-funnel creative campaigns for the brand.

• Collaborate with the Associate Creative Director, planners, content creators, and business units to concept high- and low-production campaigns.
• Execute creative across marketing channels (PR, social, paid media, e-commerce, in-store, and more) aligned to full-funnel creative direction.
• Contribute as a leading voice in internal and cross-departmental brainstorming sessions.
• Review and align briefs with Creative Services senior management for campaigns and communications initiatives.
• Lead creative productions by identifying, selecting, and briefing external partners (photographers, illustrators, animators, production companies, independent creators).
• Plan and execute photoshoots and other productions in coordination with leadership and producers, including liaison with external partners.
• Guide external partners through concept development and production execution.
• Oversee creation of clear, in-depth creative guidelines to support regional execution of global concepts.
• Provide feedback on e-commerce designs and other final assets.
• Support post-production processes including asset selection and retouching oversight.
• Lead within Creative Services and develop junior team members through guidance and mentorship.

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and/or a relevant field.

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.

• Strong digital focus with high proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, and Acrobat (Mac environment).

• Ability to create proofs of concept for still photography and moving imagery (e.g., GIFs and video content).

• Top-tier design skills with working knowledge of digital design.

• Ability to drive projects through concept ideation, design development, and pre- and post-production.

• Thorough understanding of creative process, color theory, typography, interactive/digital design, and video storytelling.

• Exceptional presentation skills; ability to work with senior management to brainstorm, design, and strategize marketing executions.

• Extensive experience directing studio and location photo shoots under time-sensitive conditions.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within diverse teams.

• Leadership ability to manage, motivate, and mentor others.

• Experience in footwear, athletic, and/or apparel industry is a plus.

• Temporary position.

• Based out of the Boston office.

• Product discount provided.

• Base pay hiring range listed as $74,500–$101,120 annually; pay may vary based on knowledge, skills, and experience.

• Equal Employment Opportunity employer.