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CREATIVE ART DIRECTOR

Primary Wave Music Publishing, LLC
$175,000 to $200,000 p/yr - The estimated base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $200,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, b
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
116 East 16th Street (Show on map)
Jun 23, 2026
Primary Wave Music is the leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music in the world. The company is home to some of the most iconic songwriters, artists, and record labels across the history of recorded music including Whitney Houston, James Brown, Prince, Bob Marley, Stevie Nicks, Talking Heads, Smokey Robinson, Village People, Crowded House, Burt Bacharach, Ray Charles, The Doors, Stone Temple Pilots, Sun Records, and many more. As a company, we strive for excellence in the pursuit of iconic artists and catalogs that not only reflect great artistry, but impact and influence culture. Job Description: We seek an enthusiastic Creative Art Director to act as our primary liaison for the visual identity of a project or campaign behind our brand's visual language. This is a creative role that will report to the President, Music Publishing and will work with all departments to handle visual aspects of the PW Brand, Marketing, Merch, etc. Key Responsibilities include but not limited to: Set the creative tone for how people see, feel, and engage with our brand and other aesthetics. Collaborate with company leaders to bring concepts to life - weather it's a global campaign launch, a reimagined brand identity or company branded momentum. Collaborate closely with applicable team members to align visuals with messaging and business objective Lead the creative direction for multi-channel campaigns from concept to final execution Adhere with brand guidelines Overseeing the design of visual elements such as graphics, layout, digital media, photography, etc. Ensuring all creative work meets artistic standards, and brand guidelines Present all concepts and campaigns to senior management for approval Execute creative art ideas effectively Ensure final product of vision is strategically aligned with marketing and brand goals Design with purpose - every creative art design should be with intention Qualifications: Has 10+ years' experience working + years of experience in art direction, with a strong portfolio showcasing multi-platform campaigns and brand identity work. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch and Figma Exceptional visual and conceptual creativity Ability to communicate creative ideas clearly the team Problem solving skills for balancing creative vision with practical constraints such as budget and deadlines Handa on experience with logo design, typography, color, web layout design, print production, and image selection Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across creative, corporate and business teams Solutions-oriented, proactive and comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team environment Strong organizational and project management skills and excellent attention to detail Benefits and Compensation: We offer exceptional benefits to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an excellent career path. We provide one of the best available benefit programs for small businesses, including a healthcare plan, 401(k), long-term and short-term disability, holidays, life insurance, hybrid work schedule, personal and vacation time off. The estimated base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $200,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, business needs, and the candidate's overall qualifications for the position as assessed by Primary Wave. The salary range is subject to change at any time and depends on internal and external factors. We work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture. To Apply: To respond to this great opportunity, please click on the link below to complete an application and submit your resume. Individuals can perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.