Freelance Art Director

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Freelance Art Director in Canada.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments and enjoys crafting visually compelling campaigns across multiple channels. In this role, you will develop social-first, performance-driven creative concepts that connect with audiences and drive measurable impact. You’ll work across digital, video, print, and experiential formats while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver standout work. The position also offers the chance to explore how AI-powered tools can enhance ideation, streamline production, and accelerate creative workflows. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with strong visual storytelling skills, a sharp eye for design, and the ability to balance creativity with performance objectives. This fully remote role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of innovative campaigns.

• Conceptualize and design high-performing creative campaigns across social media, digital advertising, video, email, landing pages, and additional marketing channels.
• Develop and adapt creative assets for print, out-of-home advertising, broadcast, and other multimedia formats as needed.
• Collaborate closely with Account Management and Project Management teams to ensure projects remain aligned with client objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Contribute innovative ideas and strategic creative solutions that strengthen brand storytelling and audience engagement.
• Integrate AI-powered creative tools into brainstorming, design exploration, and production workflows where they improve efficiency or elevate creative outcomes.
• Maintain strong attention to detail while managing multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Participate actively in feedback sessions, creative reviews, and collaborative brainstorming to refine concepts and optimize campaign performance.

Requirements:

• 1–2+ years of experience in an agency or fast-paced creative environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in social-first, performance-focused creative campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; experience with Premiere Pro and After Effects is a plus.
• Solid understanding of digital design principles, creative strategy, branding, and visual storytelling.
• Experience creating work across digital, video, web, print, and motion design formats.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate creative concepts and design rationale.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and revisions without compromising quality.
• Curiosity and openness toward emerging technologies, including AI tools that support creative ideation and production.
• Collaborative mindset combined with the ability to work independently and proactively in remote environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field is preferred.
• Availability to work within PST business hours is required.

Benefits:

• Fully remote freelance opportunity with flexible work arrangements.
• Exposure to diverse projects across multiple industries and high-visibility campaigns.
• Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary creative and strategy teams.
• Creative environment that encourages experimentation, innovation, and AI-enhanced workflows.
• Ability to build and expand a strong professional portfolio with impactful brand work.
• Fast-paced and collaborative culture that values creativity, initiative, and fresh ideas.
• Opportunity to work with both established brands and emerging businesses across various sectors.