Managing Art Director- Hybrid in Wisconsin or Minnesota

About the position The Managing Art Director is a creative leader responsible for setting and maintaining the visual direction of the assigned brand(s) while managing and mentoring a team of art directors. This role blends strategic thinking, creative excellence, and operational leadership. Responsibilities • Lead art direction for all brand and product photography across campaigns and channels • Develop creative concepts, shot lists, visual references, and briefs for photoshoots • Partner closely with photographers, stylists, producers, and external vendors to execute creative vision • Concept and design catalogs, including unique covers and text pages, while managing production timelines • Develop creative concepts for cross-channel campaigns that support brand and business objectives • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of art directors through clear direction and constructive feedback • Set creative standards and ensure consistent, high-quality execution across all deliverables • Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management • Present creative concepts, layouts, and photography direction to senior stakeholders • Act as a creative partner to Marketing, Merchandising, and E-commerce teams to align on strategy and execution • Balance creative excellence with production efficiency, ensuring deadlines are consistently met • Complete or participate in special projects as assigned • Stay current on industry trends, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to the brand. Requirements • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and communicate at all levels, both inside and outside the organization. • Proven Leadership Skills • Catalog and Direct Mail Design Skills • Business Acumen • Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to effectively communicate with audiences at various levels. • Strategic Thinking • Customer Focus • Ability to make sound, timely, business decisions and/or recommendations • Ability to lead and motivate teams and manage performance. • Creative Vision • Project management skills • Ability to manage multiple tasks, timelines, and meet deadlines • Ability to travel to the corporate office in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin as needed. • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field. • 3+ years of management experience • 5+ years of experience in print and digital art direction and design • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite • Strong graphic design and typography skills.