Job Openings Art Director

About the job Art Director

NAMED COLLECTIVE

NAMED COLLECTIVE is a London-born fashion brand at the intersection of design, culture and modern commerce - and we've built it differently from the start.

Since launch, NAMED has established itself as the 'rebel kid' of the industry - a brand with a genuine point of view, and a community to match. We create leisurewear in a way that nobody has before. We don't make basics, we make the statement pieces our customer builds their outfit around.

We're rooted in a deep obsession with our community and our customers - over 1.9 million people around the world who don't just follow us, they're part of what we build. We've grown at an average rate of 84% year-on-year over the last 5 years through our ecommerce stores, with particularly strong momentum across the UK and US. We're only scratching the surface of what's possible. The momentum is real.

This is a rare opportunity to join a brand that has already proven itself - where the foundation is strong, the ambition is bigger, and the right people will have a real impact on where we go next.


WHO R U?

You’re a true guardian of taste, with a sharp eye for visual cohesion and brand evolution. You ensure every campaign, asset, and creative output is unmistakably NAMED, balancing bold experimentation with brand consistency. With experience leading teams and collaborating across functions, you influence both creative vision and business outcomes.

  • NAMED OBSESSED: Ensures every asset, campaign, and visual element feels distinctly NAMED

  • STRATEGICALLY SAVVY: Balances immediate deliverables with long-term visual evolution

  • PARTNERSHIP-DRIVEN: Works seamlessly with internal and external stakeholders to ensure creative excellence

  • AIMS HIGH: Provides constructive critique to raise standards across the board


THE ROLE

  • Maintain visual cohesion: Ensure all creative assets and campaigns align with the NAMED COLLECTIVE aesthetic

  • Drive visual evolution: Develop creative direction and push boundaries while respecting brand DNA

  • Set design and styling oversight: Guide photoshoots, video production, set design, and styling to achieve distinctive outputs

  • Critique and elevate assets: Review all creative deliverables, providing actionable feedback to raise the standard

  • Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner with marketing, copy, content, and design teams to deliver integrated campaigns that feel cohesive and on-brand



TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Strong art direction across social-first campaigns, eCommerce, and brand storytelling

  • Ability to translate brand direction into clear, executable visual outputs at pace

  • Confident owning shoots end-to-end: casting, styling, set, composition, and output selection

  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

  • Working knowledge of After Effects / Premiere Pro (or equivalent) for motion-first content

  • Comfortable working across static, motion, and lo-fi content formats

  • Strong understanding of TikTok and Instagram-native content

  • Ability to design for different funnel stages (attention // engagement // conversion)

  • Experience creating and adapting content for paid and organic use

  • Experience art directing eCommerce imagery with consistency in lighting, styling, and grading

  • Ability to maintain and evolve visual codes and brand guidelines across touchpoints

  • Experience working within a fast-paced content pipeline

  • Ability to interpret briefs and provide clear, actionable feedback to designers and creators

  • Strong eye for quality control - knowing what’s “done” vs under-resolved


A GOOD FIT LOOKS LIKE

  • Deep understanding of NAMED COLLECTIVE’s aesthetic and culture

  • 3+ years of relevant industry experience in creative direction or visual storytelling

  • Proven track record in art directing campaigns from concept to delivery

  • Passion for streetwear, culture, and youth-focused lifestyle brands

  • Positive, collaborative, and proactive approach

  • Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills

  • Based in London

  • Eligible to work in the UK


FOR THE COLLECTIVE

  • Competitive salary;

  • Generous team discount;

  • Optional health cash plans;

  • Best friend + family discount;

  • 32 days holiday (inc bank holidays);

  • Birthday day off & gift;

  • Work From Home Wednesdays;

  • Bookable Work From Home Days;

  • Flexible working hours;

  • EAP with Virtual GP;

  • Summer + Winter team parties;

  • Regular team socials;

  • Modern studio workspace with free snacks and refreshments;

  • Pension scheme.


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