Together we make. Come make with us.

Overview

At Cricut®, we believe that we’re all born makers. When we built our first cutting machine, we saw the potential for a simple yet powerful tool to completely transform the way people craft, design, and DIY. Since then, we continue to innovate with new machines, platforms, materials, and tools, but that’s just what we do. Who we are is a bustling worldwide community, a means for connection, and an outlet for unbridled creativity. Join us as we place the power of handmade into the hands of ALL.

Life

Love your work. And your coworkers.

Our company is made up of A+ human beings. We ask tough questions, entertain ideas outside of our own, and work together to make something bigger than ourselves. With Cricut® growing in China, the U.K., Australia, New Zealand, as well as Europe and South America, we’re on an unstoppable roll, satisfying that innate creative itch around the world. We train, develop, and celebrate great work with hallway high fives and promotions within. We also throw the world’s best Halloween party.

Enjoy incredible perks.

We take care of our team. We offer medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, as well as pet insurance, 401K match, life insurance, incentive programs, paid time off, on-site massages, phenomenal work-life balance, and employee discounts.

Like what you see? We can’t wait to meet you!

The Art Director role is an incredible opportunity to help shape this special brand and develop it into a global icon. We are looking for an extremely talented, dynamic leader to create and produce outstanding, innovative, impactful creative for a multitude of brand and marketing initiatives at Cricut®. Working closely with the Creative Director, designers, and writers, the Art Director is responsible for the creative vision of a project as well as being able to lead multi-disciplinary teams. This is a highly hands on role that combines strategic and conceptual thinking with a strong, high quality aesthetic sense in execution. Core areas of focus include front-end design of website, mobile, and other digital and print design assets, packaging design, and retail POS and experience design. The Art Director manages 1-4 designers. This position reports to the Creative Director. While we work with a variety of touchpoints, a main focus of this role is in interactive – web and mobile applications, interactive design, and user experience.

NOTE: Applications will not be considered without a portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct, mentor and guide Designers and Senior Designers
• Develop and drive strong conceptual, strategic, and innovative creative vision and concepts
• Consistently create and execute premium, impactful, and unique design solutions
• Illustrate impeccable design acumen at all times, including excellent typography skills & knowledge
• Collaborate with writers, other creative team members, and internal partners & stakeholders
• Art direct photoshoots and video shoots, including all upfront creative planning
• Take ownership and initiative in leading projects with a proactive mindset
• Present creative to clients with authority, expertise, and strong presentation skills
• Design strategically toward specific audience segments
• Ensure brand consistency in all creative efforts
• Maintain strong understanding of current technologies, including interactive and mobile platform capabilities, and design industry best practices
• Keep abreast of the industry landscape and other cool, relevant design related work & activities

• Understanding of customer experience within a spectrum of mediums (physical, web, environmental)
• Highly self-motivated and comfortable with ambiguity
• Proven attention to detail and commitment to delivering excellent work, every time
• Strong decision-making skills
• Thrives in a deadline-driven environment with the ability to manage multiple priority projects simultaneously and consistently maintain on-time deliverables
• Ability to lead projects and navigate project complexities on your won
• Ability to develop and extend brand criteria across multiple platforms with a strong sense of systems
• Works quickly & efficiently and displays organizational skills
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and capacity to explore multiple design concepts with ability and drive to go above and beyond what is asked for
• Excellent communication and collaborations skills, can demonstrate integrity, maturity, and a constructive approach to challenges; is a team player
• Ability to build effective internal and external relationships and influence change
• Flexible and open to feedback with ability to provide constructive criticism and mentorship to others
• Inspires peers to consistently strive for excellence in their work
• Brings a positive and enthusiastic attitude in all endeavors

Requirements

• Stellar portfolio showcasing exceptional strategic, innovative, and impactful design solutions
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience; agency experience a plus
• Excellent technical skills in Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience designing for consumer products and retail a plus

Cricut® is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This position is contingent on successfully completing a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Cricut participates in E-Verify.

What to Do Next: 

Please attach your resume including links to your portfolio where applicable. If you want to show your super powers in other ways – include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut® is an employer who values individuality, equality and diversity, so tell us what you’re all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast, whether you think you are a good one or not, we would love to hear about it when you send us your information!

At Cricut®, we celebrate inclusion and diversity. Cricut is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Cricut prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, nationality, citizenship, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other unlawful consideration. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Cricut participates in E-Verify.