Art Director

Job Description Overview: We're looking for an experienced Art Director who doesn't just think outside the box - they throw the box away and start from scratch. If you live and breathe design, have a deep understanding of branding and visual storytelling, and know how to lead a team to bring concepts to life across formats and media, we'd love to meet you. This role demands someone who is passionate, proactive, and can turn even the most complex briefs into brilliant creative. Responsibilities: Own the visual language and design output across multiple brands and campaigns Lead the conceptualisation and execution of creatives for print, digital, outdoor, films, and everything in between Collaborate with copywriters, creative strategists, and client servicing teams to crack compelling ideas that align with brand strategy Guide and mentor junior designers and visualisers to deliver top-notch work Translate marketing objectives into clear, consistent, and innovative creative executions Review creative work to ensure it meets high standards and client expectations Present ideas and visuals to internal teams and clients with confidence and clarity Stay up-to-date with current design, advertising, and cultural trends - and know when to follow them or break them Maintain design consistency while working on multiple projects across industries Manage timelines, delegate work, and ensure timely delivery of all creative assets Qualifications & Skills: 816 years of experience in a mainline advertising agency (not digital-only or event-focused) A strong portfolio demonstrating creativity across formats (ATL, BTL, integrated campaigns) Excellent understanding of typography, layout, colour theory, and branding Hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills Ability to think strategically and contribute to ideation, not just design Comfortable working under pressure and managing multiple projects with tight deadlines A good sense of humour and a can-do attitude (non-negotiable) About Alchemist Marketing Solutions: Alchemist is a 360-degree marketing firm offering through-the-line solutions with a strategic edge. We don't just execute - we partner with brands to solve problems. From Strategy, Communication, Media Management, Creative Services, Events & Activation, Digital Marketing, to Turnkey Orchestration & IP, we've worked with brands like HDFC Capital, L'Oreal, Castrol, American Express, DLF, Nokia, and Samsung, among many others. Our Real Estate division - Brand Clay has led award-winning campaigns for the likes of Trump Towers, Four Seasons Private Residences, Shapoorji Pallonji, DLF, Tata Housing, and Runwal Group, and conceptualised India's first Real Estate e-talk show Clay Dialogues. Perks: Apart from the compensation, you will be a part of a crazy culture and people to work with who don't believe in working in a monotonous & boring environment and believe in having fun along with work, an environment where hierarchies exist mostly on paper and you can reach out to anyone at any point for any sort of help [though don't forget to treat the person with a chocolate later on ;) ], and yes, we take office parties very seriously where you don't have an option to skip it for any reason whatsoever :P