Clutch is an integrated art and technology studio. We create, produce and distribute brand marketing content. We are experts in 3D/CG, retouching and photography for digital, motion, print, experiential and multi-channel production, and we also lead the industry in the organization and distribution of those assets.

We are looking for a Senior Art Director with a desire to generate inspiring, impactful branded content. The Senior Art Director will be responsible for helping the team define design direction on marketing creative concepts. You are a conceptual thinker, can elevate design and lead junior creatives. You will report to the creative director and be an integral member of the creative department. You will collaborate with art directors, copywriters, assembly artists, retouchers, editors, animators, 3D artists, external production partners, producers, and account team to deliver excellent and compelling work.

Responsibilities

• Formulate design concepts with minimal oversight or creative direction.

• Lead the design and execution of print, POP, digital, email, logos, brand templates, and layouts.

• Develop storyboards, moodboards, and comps for conceptual still imagery, animation and visual effects on specific projects.

• Ensure creative executions deliver against the creative brief, as well as brand and product guidelines.

• Take work from concept to final execution, ensuring successful implementation of design direction through production.

• Adept at solving design challenges, understanding input from creative director and clients, and effectively apply feedback to creative executions.

• Present client work, clearly explaining the assignment, creative strategy, idea and how it accomplishes the client’s objective and solves the creative/design problem.

• Mentor, guide, and encourage creative team members.

• Collaborate with different departments including retouching, print production, CG, and accounts.

• Active contributor to process improvements and new tool adoption.

• Report to the creative director.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in an agency or studio in an art director role.

• Proficient in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, and other software programs.

• Anticipates obstacles to project success and communicates concerns.

• Skills in sophisticated problem solving, judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making.

• Self-motivated with a high-level design craftsmanship and a keen eye.

• Experience with high volume/customization asset creation.

• Team player that can work independently.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Excited about mentoring young and promising talent.

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, under quick deadlines with grace and effectiveness.

• Ability to lead, listen, collaborate, and guide clients.

• Excellent design, color, and typographic skills.

• Ensure project files reflect consistency and organization.

• Motion Design background and experience with Experiential, CG, and Illustration are a bonus.

• Basic knowledge of interactive design is a plus.

• Experience in automotive and/or manufacturing industry is a bonus.

Benefits

• Remote work policy with expense reimbursement

• 401(k) with company match

• Maternity / Paternity leave

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance

• Paid time off (paid holidays, sick/personal days and vacation)

Clutch is an integrated art and technology studio. We create, produce and distribute brand marketing content. We are experts in 3D/CG, retouching and photography for digital, motion, print, experiential and multi-channel production and we also lead the industry in the organization and distribution of those assets.

We are looking for an Associate Creative Director that is passionate about visual storytelling and is highly skilled at developing and executing creative marketing ideas and impactful branded content. The Associate Creative Director will lead design, art direction, branding, and development from conception through delivery, ensuring the clients business needs are translated into sophisticated designed solutions. You are a conceptual thinker and comfortable leveraging technical and visual skills across multiple projects in a leadership capacity. You will report to the creative director and be an integral member of the creative department and client facing team. You will collaborate with art directors, copywriters, assembly artists, retouchers, editors, animators, 3D artists, external production partners, producers, and account team to deliver excellent and compelling work.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design print, POP, digital, email, logos, brand templates, layouts, animations, and digital experiences.

• Develop storyboards, moodboards, and comps for conceptual still imagery, animation and visual effects on specific projects. .

• Create pitch decks and new prospect follow up decks.

• Act as a thought-leader for the creative team, leading skill building sessions and professional development.

• Mentor and guide the creative team.

• Act as the creative director on designated projects, leading art directors and copywriters and providing strategic direction and insightful feedback to improve the work.

• Present and collaborate on creative ideas and concepts with clients and client partners.

• Ensure creative executions deliver against the creative brief, as well as brand and product guidelines.

• Take work from concept to final execution.

• Adept at solving design problems/challenges, understanding input from clients, and effectively guide teams on how to apply feedback to creative executions.

• Collaborate with different departments including retouching, assembly, CG, and accounts.

• Active contributor to process improvements and new tool adoption.

• Report to the creative director.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in an agency or studio environment.

• Proficient in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, and other software programs.

• Motion Design background and experience with Experiential, CG, and Illustration.

• Knowledge of interactive design is a plus.

• Expert communicator, presenter, and leadership skills.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to lead, listen, collaborate, and guide clients.

• Anticipates obstacles to project success and communicates concerns.

• Skills in sophisticated problem solving, judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making.

• Excited about mentoring young and promising talent.

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, under quick deadlines with grace and effectiveness.

• Self-motivated with a high-level design craftsmanship and a keen eye.

• Experience in automotive and/or manufacturing industry is a bonus.

Benefits

• Remote work policy with expense reimbursement

• 401(k) with company match

• Maternity / Paternity leave

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance

• Paid time off (paid holidays, sick/personal days and vacation)

Clutch Studios is an integrated art and technology studio. We create, produce and distribute brand marketing content. We are experts in 3D/CG, retouching and photography for digital, motion, print, experiential and multi-channel production and we also lead the industry in the organization and distribution of those assets.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, and meticulous, CG & VFX Producer to join our growing team. Your core experience and knowledge are in the areas of 3D and VFX, but are excited to collaborate and coordinate with copywriters, creative directors, designers, editors, colorists, audio engineers, 2D animators, and retouchers, while seamlessly working with your fellow coordinators, producers, and account team to deliver excellent work.

Responsibilities:

• Lead weekly department traffic meetings and manage artist assignments ensuring balanced utilization of staff and freelance talent.

• Independently lead and manage projects within the 3D department in partnership with the project lead and account supervisor, delegating to and directing coordinators to support.

• Co-manage cross-departmental projects with other producers, understanding the various dependencies and being proactive and hyper-communicative.

• Represent the CG team in bi-weekly production meetings and update the account team on project status.

• Create project schedules and gain internal alignment. Remain hyper aware of all internal/external milestones. Keep daily tabs on artist progress, setting up check-ins as needed to meet due dates, taking accurate notes in reviews and ensuring alignment on next steps.

• Digest and distribute feedback promptly to the team or escalate concerns to the appropriate stakeholders to determine next steps.

• Review all work as it is posted to ensure feedback was addressed and technical accuracy.

• Collect hourly estimates of tasks or outside vendor quotes to incorporate into estimates & SOWs with co-producers & account managers as well as check on project health throughout and post production.

• Work with producers & leads to staff projects appropriately per individual skill sets. Keep up to date with freelance availability and holds for forecasted projects

• Book freelancers and coordinate any necessary paperwork for HR/Payroll and work with IT to secure access to remote stations, server network, or FTP.

• Maintain, recruit, and develop relationships with freelance talent.

Requirements

• 6+ years managing CG & VFX projects in a production environment.

• Understanding of CG process from CAD processing, modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, rendering and compositing.

• Confidence in organizing, tracking and delivering high volume projects.

• Confidence working on creative, design-driven bespoke projects.

• Experience with retouching, design, editorial, and animation (2D/3D) projects strongly preferred.

• Experience in real-time, webGL, AR/VR, and emerging technologies projects a plus.

• Desire to improve processes and collaborate with fellow coordinators and producers.

• Proficient in MS office and able to pick up new tools quickly. Computer literate and familiar with standard file working and delivery formats.

• High level of professionalism with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

• A very strong attention to detail and accuracy with a solutions driven attitude.

Benefits

• Remote work policy with expense reimbursement

• 401(k) with company match

• Maternity / Paternity leave

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance

• Paid time off (paid holidays, sick/personal days and vacation)

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000