Art Director and Graphic Designer for upcoming Cookbook

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Art Director and Graphic Designer to lead the visual storytelling and creative direction for an upcoming cookbook project. This role offers an exciting opportunity to craft compelling visual narratives that inspire and engage audiences through stunning layout design, vibrant illustrations, and cohesive branding. As a key creative leader, you will manage a talented team of designers, oversee all aspects of visual content creation, and ensure the project aligns seamlessly with the overall vision. Your expertise will shape the aesthetic identity of the cookbook, elevating it from concept to captivating finished product., * Develop and execute the overall art direction for the cookbook, establishing a distinctive visual style that resonates with target audiences.

• Lead and manage a team of graphic designers, illustrators, and multimedia artists to deliver high-quality creative assets on schedule.
• Design engaging layouts for print and digital media using tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma.
• Create compelling illustrations, typography designs, and visual storytelling elements that enhance recipe presentation and thematic consistency.
• Oversee all phases of print production, ensuring color accuracy, print quality, and adherence to branding standards.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop promotional materials including social media graphics, advertisements, and web content using tools such as Sketch, InVision, HTML, and CSS.
• Manage large-scale creative projects from concept through delivery while maintaining clear communication across teams and stakeholders.

• Proven professional experience in art direction and graphic design within publishing or related media industries.
• Extensive background in digital design, print design, branding, and visual storytelling for media platforms.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, Sketch, InVision, and other relevant design tools.
• Strong understanding of layout design principles, typography (including typography for media), color theory, and print production processes.
• Experience managing creative teams or supervising multiple projects simultaneously with leadership skills that motivate collaboration.
• Knowledge of web design fundamentals including HTML and CSS; familiarity with video production, editing tools like Adobe Premiere or After Effects is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to translate conceptual ideas into visually compelling content while adhering to deadlines and project scope.

Join us in shaping an inspiring culinary journey through bold visuals and innovative design! This paid position offers an incredible platform to showcase your creativity while leading a passionate team dedicated to excellence in visual storytelling.

$17 - $30 an hour - Contract