Art Director

Our client is seeking an Art Director / Senior Editorial Designer to support a fast-paced, research-driven organization on a contract basis. This role will focus heavily on high-quality editorial design, including reports, publications, and multi-channel assets. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, capable of setting visual direction while executing quickly across deliverables. This is an immediate need with strong visibility to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to contribute to forward-thinking, content-rich initiatives.

You Will:

• Lead visual direction and execution for editorial content, including reports, whitepapers, and publications
• Design and produce high-quality layouts using strong typography and grid systems
• Translate complex, abstract research concepts into clear and compelling visual storytelling
• Create supporting assets such as presentation decks, PDFs, and digital content
• Collaborate directly with senior stakeholders including production, editorial, and executive leadership
• Work within existing brand guidelines while contributing to visual evolution and consistency
• Manage multiple deliverables simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Provide fresh creative perspective and elevate overall design quality across outputs

You Have:

• 7+ years of experience in editorial design, publication design, or art direction
• Advanced expertise in Adobe InDesign with strong typography and layout skills
• Experience designing long-form, content-heavy materials such as reports or research publications
• Strong portfolio demonstrating clean, intelligent, and structured design systems
• Ability to balance concept development with hands-on production execution
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and operating with minimal direction
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Google Workspace
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality

Logistics:

• Start Date/Duration: Starting ASAP; short-term projects with potential extension
• Hours/Week: Approximately 20 Hours/Week (may flex based on workload)
• Onsite/Offsite: Hybrid 1-2 days/week onsite in Palo Alto, CA (Tues/Thurs preferred)
• Laptop/Software Requirements: Using your own equipment, Mac-based, Adobe, Google Workspace. Can provide license if needed
• Hourly Pay Rate: $65-$75/Hour DOE

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