Art Director at Complex – Los Angeles, California

Lead and execute elevated creative across Complex platforms, spanning digital, social, video, experiential, and editorial content, ensuring each touchpoint feels culturally sharp and visually cohesive

Partner closely with the Creative Director to develop and refine photo and video treatments across all apparel initiatives, including seasonal campaigns, market place, wholesale, and special projects, translating concept into clear, production-ready direction

Own on-set direction for photoshoots and video captures, guiding talent, styling, and visual composition to deliver best-in-class assets that align with brand and campaign objectives

Translate cultural insights and emerging trends into distinct visual narratives that resonate with Complex’s audience across fashion, music, sports, and internet culture

Collaborate cross-functionally with Creative and Marketing leadership to bring merchandise initiatives to life, from initial pitch through final production, ensuring alignment, clarity, and impact at every stage

Art direct multi-platform campaigns, photoshoots, and video productions with a strong point of view, balancing brand consistency with forward-thinking creative exploration

Develop and implement design systems, visual identities, and scalable toolkits for franchises and recurring series to ensure consistency and efficiency across outputs

Champion brand integrity while continuously pushing creative boundaries to evolve the visual language of Complex

Oversee team workflows in partnership with the Associate Art Director and the Project Manager, optimizing processes to support output, efficiency, and team growth

Integrate AI tools into the creative process to generate treatments, mockups, and assets, enhancing speed, ideation, and execution

5–8+ years of experience in art direction or design, ideally within media, editorial, or culture-driven environments

A strong portfolio that reflects concept-led thinking and elevated, high-impact execution

Proven experience using AI to develop creative assets, visual systems, and treatments

Deep fluency in youth culture across streetwear, music, sports, and emerging trends

Versatility across formats including digital, social, video, and IRL activations

Refined typography, layout, and visual storytelling sensibility

Ability to work quickly, iterate with intention, and perform in high-volume content environments

Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset with clear and confident communication

Skilled in building polished presentations that translate creative vision for cross-functional teams and key stakeholders

Experience working on branded collaborations with commercial partners is a plus

Preferred Skills:

Motion design or video editing experience

Experience in editorial environments

Existing network of photographers, stylists, and creative collaborators

Experience with emerging AI tool insights

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance

Healthcare FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Commuter Benefits FSA

Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance

Paid Parental leave

401k with 4% match

Pet Insurance

Legal and Identity Theft Plans

Vacation time and sick days