Senior Art Director, Social Content

Company: Media.Monks
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: January 1, 2026

Job Description:

Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. About the Role Are you fascinated by the intersection of technology, AI, and human creativity? Do you have the strategic eye to define a brands social aesthetic, and the hands-on skill of a true maker who can concept, capture, and edit compelling content from start to finish? Our award-winning creative team is looking for an Art Director, Social Content to be a key visual force on a social team at the forefront of AI. Reporting to the Creative Director, you will be the teams visual tastemaker and on-the-ground storyteller, creating engaging tutorials and case studies that showcase AI in action. In this unique, "pure social media content creator" role, your talent lies in setting the creative direction and executing the authentic, educational moments that fuel our social channels. While you will be supported by a wider team (including other editors who can assist), you must be an agile, independent contributor capable of taking a project from concept to final delivery, including editing and motion graphics. If you thrive on turning strategy into beautiful, socially-native content and are excited about AI, this is the role for you. Responsibilities: 1) The Role & Core Responsibilities Be an Independent Maker: Function as an all-in-one creator—concepting ideas, presenting them to the Creative Director, and then independently executing the filming and editing of those concepts. Create Tutorials and Case Studies: Develop and produce social-first content that demonstrates how to use AI tools in real-world scenarios (e.g., filming a step-by-step guide on using AI to pick the best pumpkin). Be the "Voice and Hands": You must be comfortable serving as the hand talent and providing voiceovers for tutorials. Your face will not be seen, but you will be responsible for clear demonstrations and audio. Be a Key Visual Contributor: Serve as a primary creative force for the account, partnering closely with the full team to ensure creative excellence and consistency. Champion Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with strategists to translate complex tech insights into clear visual territories, and with copywriters to ensure a seamless fusion of word and image. Maintain a Passion for Tech: Keep a finger on the pulse of the Gen AI space, bringing fresh thinking, innovative ideas, and genuine enthusiasm for AI to the team and the client. 2) Art Direction & Visual Strategy Implement and Uphold the Visual Direction: Champion the social media style guide and visual identity, ensuring it is applied consistently and effectively. Concept & Contribute: Actively participate in ideation and brainstorming sessions, creating mood boards and mockups to explore and communicate visual concepts. Translate the Abstract: Take complex concepts related to technology and AI and make them accessible, beautiful, and engaging for a social media audience. Own the Execution: Take ownership of your projects from start to finish. While you may partner with our dedicated editors when needed, you must maintain the ability to fully execute projects independently. Elevate the Work: Ensure all creative output is of the highest quality, strategically sound, and culturally relevant. 3) Production & Post-Production Be the On-the-Ground Creator: Youll be tasked with capturing high-quality, authentic photo and video content. This requires agility and flexibility to work from your own setup, our client’s office, or join the Creative Director on set/location. Master of Mobile: Demonstrate an expert ability to shoot and compose compelling content on a mobile device. You know the best practices for lighting, framing, and capturing clean audio (including "tiny mic" style filming) in real-world environments. Tell a Raw Story: Specialize in creating content that feels native, timely, and human. You can spot a great moment and capture it in a way that resonates instantly on platforms like Instagram Reels and TikTok. Robust Editing and Motion Graphics: You must have hands-on editing and motion graphics experience. You are expected to handle the full post-production process for the content you capture, utilizing both mobile apps and desktop software. About You The essentials: Who You Are & What You Bring A natural collaborator who is also highly comfortable working independently, being on their own, and managing their own projects. A demonstrable passion for technology, innovation, and the creative potential of AI. A strong portfolio showcasing your art direction, conceptual work, and crucially, examples of high-quality mobile-shot video, editing, and motion graphics. 5-8 years of experience in Production, Art Direction, or Social Media Content Creation. Expertise in mobile content creation (shooting) is essential. Proficiency in video editing and motion graphics is required. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere/After Effects) is expected. An excellent communicator with a sharp eye for detail. Must possess a basic creator setup (e.g., tripod, lighting kit). The required smartphone and a sound kit will be provided At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission. What We Offer Benefits Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays 401k with company contribution Paid parental leave Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being Career growth in a disruptor space & entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more! This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time. Monks has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Monks may pay for the position at the time of posting. Monks may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on job-related factors, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status. Salary Range: $85,000—$95,000 USD About Monks Monks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands and businesses interact with the world. Its integration of systems and workflows delivers unfettered content production, scaled experiences, enterprise-grade technology and data science fueled by AI—managed by the industry’s best and most diverse digital talent—to help the world’s trailblazing companies outmaneuver and outpace their competition. Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services. It has remained a constant presence on Adweek’s Fastest Growing lists (2019-23), ranks among Cannes Lions Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-23) and is the only partner to have been placed in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). In addition to being named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023), Monks has been recognized by Business Intelligence in its 2024 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Awards program in three categories: the Individual category, Organizational Winner in AI Strategic Planning and AI Product for its service Monks.Flow. Monks has also garnered the title of Webby Production Company of the Year (2021-24), won a record number of FWAs and has earned a spot on Newsweek’s Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces 2023. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us.

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