Freelance Art Director

Collier.

Simon is an independent, full-service creative agency in Los Angeles. We work with our client partners to develop creative solutions that truly move the needle. Clients range from Fortune 500-type household names to up-and-comers across a variety of industries / verticals. We’re in the midst of a tech-powered transformation, using AI to supercharge creativity, not replace it, and we’re looking for curious minds excited to explore AI as a tool to scale, spark, and speed up creativity.

We’re looking for freelance Art Directors with varying years of experience who can concept and design campaigns across channels — with a strong track record in social-first, performance-driven creative. You’ll combine sharp design instincts with strategic thinking, and you’ll bring a curiosity for how AI tools can enhance creative workflows, spark fresh ideas, and help produce standout work faster.

What You Bring

• At least 1-2 years experience in an agency or similar creative environment. Familiar with fast-paced environments and managing multiple priorities

• Skilled at concepting and executing across multiple mediums and platforms (social, digital, video, web, print)

• Proven ability to create social-first, performance campaigns that grab attention and inspire action in a crowded feed

• Proficiency in Figma and expert-level skill in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator; Premiere/After Effects a plus)

• Strong taste and a good eye for copy and visual storytelling

• Familiarity with branding and identity work (nice to have)

• Curiosity about emerging tools — including AI — and how they can support ideation, design, and production

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept to completion

• Critical thinker & proactive self-starter who anticipates needs and turns insights into clear creative choices.

• Collaborative teammate, comfortable with feedback—co-creates smoothly, asks sharp questions, and iterates quickly.

What You’ll Do

• Develop original concepts and designs for digital campaigns (paid social, display, digital video, email, landing pages)

• Create and adapt work for additional mediums including print, OOH, and broadcast

• Collaborate closely with Account and Project Management teams to meet milestones and client needs

• Experiment with and integrate AI tools into concepting, design iterations, and production where they add value

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in design or related field preferred

• Deep understanding of creative strategy, industry trends, and design principles

• Experience with motion design

• Strong presentation and communication skills

• Ability to thrive in collaborative environments while working independently when needed

• Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines without sacrificing quality

• Must be able to work PST hours

• The position is fully remote.