Art Director

Lead creative direction across client projects — from brand campaigns to digital assets. You set the bar, then help everyone clear it.

About the role

thematrixHQ is a creative subscription studio. Clients get a full design team on a flat monthly fee — unlimited requests, unlimited revisions, and an Art Director (you) signing off on everything before it reaches them. We move fast, we work remotely, and we care about craft more than hours.

The Art Director is the creative backbone of the studio. Every file that leaves thematrixHQ goes through you. You're not just reviewing work — you're shaping the aesthetic direction of the company and the creative output of every designer on the team.

What you'll do

• Review and approve every client deliverable before it ships
• Set creative direction and quality standards across all active projects
• Work directly with clients during onboarding to establish brand guidelines and creative intent
• Mentor junior designers and provide actionable feedback, not just corrections
• Collaborate with the founder on studio positioning and how our work is presented publicly
• Identify recurring quality gaps and build solutions — template systems, feedback guides, style references
• Contribute to the company's own visual identity as it evolves

What we're looking for

• 5+ years of design experience, at least 2 as an Art Director or Senior Designer
• A portfolio that demonstrates range — brand identity, digital design, campaign work
• Deep fluency in Figma; Adobe suite proficiency is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication — you'll be writing briefs, giving feedback, and talking to clients
• High standards and the ability to articulate exactly why something isn't working
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Nice to have

• Experience running design teams or managing creative workflows
• Background in motion or video direction
• Familiarity with AI-assisted design tools
• Experience working within a subscription or productized service model

Compensation

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses
• Remote — results matter, not your location
• Direct creative ownership over a growing studio's output
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and brand challenges
• A seat at the table on studio strategy and direction

Sound like you?
Let's talk.

Email us your portfolio and a short note on why this role. We read every application and reply within a few days.