Art Director

Lead and execute elevated creative across Complex platforms, spanning digital, social, video, experiential, and editorial content, ensuring each touchpoint feels culturally sharp and visually cohesive

Partner closely with the Creative Director to develop and refine photo and video treatments across all apparel initiatives, including seasonal campaigns, market place, wholesale, and special projects, translating concept into clear, production-ready direction

Own on-set direction for photoshoots and video captures, guiding talent, styling, and visual composition to deliver best-in-class assets that align with brand and campaign objectives

Translate cultural insights and emerging trends into distinct visual narratives that resonate with Complex’s audience across fashion, music, sports, and internet culture

Collaborate cross-functionally with Creative and Marketing leadership to bring merchandise initiatives to life, from initial pitch through final production, ensuring alignment, clarity, and impact at every stage

Art direct multi-platform campaigns, photoshoots, and video productions with a strong point of view, balancing brand consistency with forward-thinking creative exploration

Develop and implement design systems, visual identities, and scalable toolkits for franchises and recurring series to ensure consistency and efficiency across outputs

Champion brand integrity while continuously pushing creative boundaries to evolve the visual language of Complex

Oversee team workflows in partnership with the Associate Art Director and the Project Manager, optimizing processes to support output, efficiency, and team growth

Integrate AI tools into the creative process to generate treatments, mockups, and assets, enhancing speed, ideation, and execution