<div> At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. </div> <div> </div>At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. As a member of our US Creative Services team, you’ll be joining a high-performing in-house creative agency with a digital-first focus in a culture that is agile and inspires you to be your best self every day. On our highly collaborative team, you can combine your energy, vision, creative ideas and passion for continuous learning in a flexible, virtual, diverse work environment. You’ll be working across multiple industries developing innovative solutions that help drive our clients’ business in a world that never stands still. The opportunity As an art director, you are an experienced creative champion who leads and influences innovative thinking and strategic visions that help our clients solve their most complex business challenges with unique solutions. You’ll look at every creative task as an experience, always pushing for a useful, memorable and innovative outcome. You’ll advance the work by drawing on vast experience and knowledge, settling for nothing less than exceptional. You’ll be part of an expansive and talented team working independently and collaboratively. You’ll be empowered to learn and grow together with other creative minds. Your contributions and ideas will be valued and heard, and you’ll have opportunities to innovate and take part in efforts that advance our creative team. Your key responsibilities You can expect to engage in a diverse portfolio of client projects across a wide range of services and campaigns while showcasing offerings, promoting innovation and fostering exceptional client relationships. You’ll work alongside internal clients and teams to drive creative and conceptual storytelling methods and influence the development of creative briefs, storyboards and layouts that effectively communicate design ideas and advance business objectives. You’ll initiate and lead creative ideation sessions and be hands-on empowering teams in developing award-winning deliverables. Skills and attributes for success <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to proactively foster exceptional client relationships to build trust and collaboration that leads to the co-development of new opportunities</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Sound business acumen to fully comprehend stakeholders’ strategic vision and influence the development of the creative brief, which drives the story</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to initiate and successfully lead creative ideation sessions inspiring new design perspectives</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong leadership skills with the ability to model by example</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to lead and drive innovation and creativity from diverse project teams and colleagues across the country</li> </ul> To qualify for the role, you must have <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related discipline or equivalent work experience</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Eight-plus years of related art direction and design experience</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Creative digital portfolio demonstrating outstanding conceptual thinking and design skills</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to drive development of creative briefs/storyboards, sell clients on your design and persuade them to follow your art direction</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Innovative mindset with current knowledge of digital design trends</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite; proficiency in prototyping, Microsoft Office and Teams</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience in successfully mentoring and coaching creatives in developing conceptual skills, including critiquing design projects and providing constructive feedback</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience working in a fast paced, matrixed agency or in-house team environment to develop a range of creative initiatives</li> </ul> Ideally, you’ll also have <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Superb communication skills, active listening and diplomacy when working with internal team members and business partners</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Advanced problem-solving skills to identify, resolve and overcome challenges</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience working and mentoring in a virtual environment</li> </ul> What we look for Engaging communicators with executive presence and the ability to influence clients and colleagues to bring their creative vision to life. We welcome creative minds who thrive on continuous learning and have a passion for innovation. <div> What we offer you At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ey.com%2Fen_gl%2Fcareers&data=05%7C02%7Cdeborah.compagner%40ey.com%7C41999b589ae04d7f6b8a08dd04d62e9a%7C5b973f9977df4bebb27daa0c70b8482c%7C0%7C0%7C638672040144488329%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Mb96MEoh9R3oQ1cGLr73tEDtKTSUYCyfOhCZ%2BmMHY9w%3D&reserved=0">more</a>. <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $73,300 to $137,100. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $88,000 to $155,800. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.</li> </ul> Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. For those living in California, please click <a href="https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ey.com%2Fen_us%2Flegal-and-privacy%2Ffair-chance-ordinance&data=05%7C02%7CKatie.Fusco%40ey.com%7Ca854c911111641604b1908dcbae61395%7C5b973f9977df4bebb27daa0c70b8482c%7C0%7C0%7C638590744554256267%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=OMroKPwn6YEFe32dLGrEivljaobbnMbqSwp4tFRvnfc%3D&reserved=0">here</a> for additional information. EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. </div>

Art Director Supervising Associate - Stamford, CT (Stamford, CT, US, 06902) @ EY Global Services

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