Associate Art Director, Social Creative
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 4+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 4+ years of professional experience in art direction, graphic design, or digital creative, preferably within luxury, fashion, jewelry, beauty, or premium lifestyle brands.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional design sensibility, conceptual thinking, art direction, and sophisticated digital and social creative executions.
- Deep understanding of social media platforms, content formats, creative best practices, and the nuances of organic and paid social.
- Proven ability to develop original creative concepts and translate them into compelling visual narratives across photography, video, motion, and design.
- Experience art directing photography and video productions, with a strong understanding of lighting, composition, styling, image selection, and postproduction.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Experience with After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Figma strongly preferred.
- Expert understanding of typography, color, composition, layout, visual hierarchy, and design principles, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts, present ideas, and incorporate feedback effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Highly organized, proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented, with a strong sense of creative ownership and accountability.
- Familiarity with emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted design, image generation, and content development, is a plus.
- Experience with Frame.io, Monday.com, or similar creative workflow and project management tools is a plus.
Full description
About Us
David Yurman is a celebrated American jewelry company founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist. When the artists began collaborating, their goal was simply to make beautiful objects to wear. Led today by their son Evan, David Yurman creates timeless, yet contemporary collections for women and men defined by inspiration, innovation, consummate craftsmanship and cable – the brand’s artistic signature. David Yurman collections are available at retail stores throughout the United States, Canada, Hong Kong and France and at locations worldwide, through their exclusive authorized fine jewelry and timepiece network of retailers.
Our Values
At David Yurman, creativity, innovation and impeccable craftsmanship are at the core of everything we do. Fueled by the energy of our hometown, New York City, artistic passion informs each and every jewelry design. The Yurman family’s guiding vision continually defines and redefines what it means to be the preeminent American luxury jewelry brand. We are committed to responsible business and social practices and to the protection and advancement of human rights. We believe in partnering with others who share these values and understand their importance.
Job DescriptionAssociate Art Director, Social Creative
Position Overview
The Associate Art Director, Social Creative plays a key role in shaping and elevating David Yurman’s creative presence across social media, digital platforms, and integrated marketing initiatives. Combining strong conceptual thinking with exceptional design sensibility, this individual will develop innovative, visually compelling content that reflects the brand’s luxury positioning while engaging contemporary audiences.
This role requires a balance of creative vision and hands-on execution, with responsibility for concept development, art direction, visual storytelling, and design across organic and paid social channels. Working collaboratively with internal teams and external creative partners, the Associate Art Director will help establish a distinctive, cohesive, and evolving visual language that strengthens brand identity and supports business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead creative concept development for organic and paid social campaigns across Instagram, TikTok, Meta, Pinterest, and emerging platforms, translating seasonal priorities and brand initiatives into compelling, social-first creative.
- Art direct and execute digital content across still imagery, motion, video, Reels, Stories, and platform-native formats, ensuring a sophisticated and consistent visual standard.
- Develop original creative concepts and content opportunities that push the brand forward, balancing cultural relevance, platform innovation, and David Yurman’s established luxury aesthetic.