Art Director; Local or Remote at Simantel Peoria, IL

Art Director (Local or Remote) job ria, IL.
Salary Range: $54,000 - $81,000 annually
Apply by: October 6th, 2025

This salary is based on experience and qualifications, in alignment with the level of responsibility assigned. This role offers opportunity for professionals at various career stages to contribute meaningfully and grow within our organization.

Job Overview

Art Director is a key role in the creative department. Art Directors have a strong visual aesthetic and art direction skills with the ability to create stunning work. They should be curious, detail-oriented and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

As an Art Director, the objective is to transform clients’ business needs into creative, compelling design for targeted audiences.

• Maintaining complete client confidence in the ability to deliver creative concepts, design and art direction that helps them achieve their goals.
• Provide consultive value to clients on how to best visually grab customer’s attention and tell their story.
• Create work that stands out, breaks through the clutter and keeps clients coming back for more.

Outcomes for the Agency

• Help support the needs of the creative team
• Create successful work that inspires teammates and clients
• Be a positive team player

Deliverables

• Design outstanding traditional and digital experiences that engage audiences and meet client marketing objectives
• Work with other team members to concept ideas and bring them to life across all marketing channels
• Work with Senior Art Directors/Creative Directors in selection of all resources/purchases needed to fulfill production of each project
• Work with production personnel, providing complete input, with any instruction and supervision required to smoothly complete production of approved assets
• Direct and supervise Designers and Freelancers assigned to projects, as requested
• Direct photography sessions, video shoots, etc.
• Strive to stay current in skills, knowledge and software applications

Skills and Abilities

• 3+ years of direct job-related experience as a Designer or Art Director…agency experience gives you a huge edge. Demonstrate that you are current on industry trends.
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communications or similar concentration preferred
• A portfolio that represents a range of design styles, diversity of projects, and a clear personal aesthetic
• Passion for emerging technology and a hunger to innovate
• The ability to concept and ideate solutions for client needs
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, team environment
• Dynamic presentation and communication skills
• Communicative, flexible and patient under tight deadlines
• Proficient in Mac-based Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically:
  InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator

What We Offer

Simantel offers an attractive compensation package, which includes competitive salary, 401(k) plan, PTO, flexible work arrangements, holiday pay and a comprehensive benefits program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage anyone interested to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.