Senior Art Director
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Bring bold creative visions to life.

Grey Dog Media, a national award-winning custom publisher, is seeking a Senior Art Director to lead the design and visual direction of our print and digital publications. From concept to final art, you’ll play a hands-on role in creating inspiring, polished work that reaches audiences nationwide.


What You’ll Do

  • Concept and design layouts using mood boards, sketches, and templates.
  • Lead studio and location photo shoots across food, product, lifestyle, and interior sets.
  • Collaborate with editors, project directors, and clients to deliver high-level creative solutions.
  • Manage layouts from text flow to final production, ensuring design excellence.
  • Stay ahead of design, cultural, and industry trends to keep our work fresh.
Requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Art, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience as an Art Director, ideally in magazine publishing.
  • A portfolio that showcases sophisticated design, typography, and photography direction.
  • Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, collaborative environment.

Why Join Grey Dog Media?

  • Creative, award-winning publishing environment.
  • In-office team in West Des Moines, IA.
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, 401k, Life & Disability, PTO.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and creative development.