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Digital Art Director, EMEA/APAC

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Design
    Media & Journalism
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 3-5 years as a digital art director, strong editorial judgment, web best practices knowledge, visual storytelling skills, HTML/CSS/JS fluency, team collaboration, and Adobe/Figma experience.
  • You will art direct presentations, create illustrations, collaborate with editors and reporters, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced newsroom focused on financial and general news.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years experience as a digital art director, preferably in a newsroom or editorial setting, with a proven history of delivering work on deadline
  • Excellent editorial judgment – you’ll know what makes a great story, how to workshop an idea with potential, and when to say no – and experience triaging and delivering work on a deadline in a fast-paced news environment
  • A thorough understanding of web best practices, including SEO, cross browser testing, and accessibility standards
  • Visual skills to tell stories through typography, layout, motion, and more, paired with the technical prowess to execute those ideas (HTML, CSS, and Javascript fluency)
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. You'll need to be flexible and calm while problem-solving under deadline
  • Familiarity with common web publishing technologies and systems, and experience with the Adobe suite and Figma
  • A deep network of illustrator and animator contacts

Responsibilities

  • Art direct and help build presentations to elevate our best journalism
  • Provide direction that helps supercharge our best stories with clarity and impact
  • Create and commission illustrations
  • Work closely with editors, reporters, and digital producers, building relationships with newsroom leads in both EMEA and APAC
  • Have an understanding and excitement for financial news, politics and general news
  • Be a self starter who can initiate and execute projects while working alongside the digital teams in both EMEA and APAC
  • Deliver your best work under pressure in a fast-paced newsroom, balancing multiple projects at a time

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Digital Art Director role?

The primary responsibility is to lead the art direction of digital special projects at Bloomberg, focusing on creating impactful designs that elevate journalism across various platforms.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

The position requires 3-5 years of experience as a digital art director, preferably in a newsroom or editorial setting.

Is knowledge of web best practices necessary for this role?

Yes, a thorough understanding of web best practices, including SEO, cross-browser testing, and accessibility standards, is necessary.

What software and tools should the candidate be familiar with?

Candidates should be familiar with common web publishing technologies and systems, as well as the Adobe suite and Figma.

Will the Digital Art Director work with other departments within the company?

Yes, the Digital Art Director will work closely with editors, reporters, and digital producers, building relationships with newsroom leads in both EMEA and APAC regions.

What kind of projects will the Digital Art Director manage?

The Digital Art Director will manage and initiate a range of projects, from art directing editorial series to commissioning illustrations and animations for in-depth investigations and narrative features.

Does the role require strong communication and collaboration skills?

Yes, strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills are essential, as the role involves problem-solving and working under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What kind of storytelling skills should the candidate possess?

The candidate should have visual skills to tell stories through typography, layout, and motion, coupled with the technical prowess to execute those ideas using HTML, CSS, and Javascript.

Will the Digital Art Director have the opportunity to work on new technologies?

Yes, candidates should be excited about new technologies and ready to adapt to changing platforms while focusing on storytelling.

What benefits does Bloomberg offer to employees?

Bloomberg offers competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and various programs to support employees and their families through different life stages, including parental leave and retirement savings plans.

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Mission & Purpose

Bloomberg is the world's primary distributor of financial data and a top news provider of the 21st century. A global information and technology company, we use our dynamic network of data, ideas and analysis to solve difficult problems every day. Our customers around the world rely on us to deliver accurate, real-time business and market information that helps them make important financial decisions. At Bloomberg, we are guided by four core values that are the foundation of our continued success: innovation, collaboration, customer service and doing the right thing. We harness the power of data and technology to organize, understand and improve our world. It's our purpose. Come find yours.

Benefits

  • Group personal pension plan

    When employees invest in their future, Bloomberg does too. We offer a retirement savings plan to help you build income for the future that’s enhanced by a generous matching contribution

  • Annual season ticket

    The Season Ticket Loan Scheme can save you money. Employees are able to buy an annual ticket that costs less than 12 separate monthly tickets. Under this scheme, Bloomberg purchases an annual transportation pass (train, tube, DLR and bus) on your behalf, after which employees pay back the discounted cost in 12 monthly installments

  • Medical plan

    Bloomberg offers employees access to a private medical insurance scheme, which can complement the treatment you receive via the NHS. It provides you with choice about how, when and where you receive medical care. As part of your coverage, employees can access a well-being program that encourages you to live a healthier lifestyle and rewards you with awards points and access to discounts at various reward partners

  • Leave

    Bloomberg offers employees 25 paid vacation days, eight paid bank holidays and paid sick days. We also provide leaves of absence to address a variety of personal situations, including family and medical emergencies, jury duty and more

  • Employee discounts

    Employees have access to discount programs to help save money on thousands of items such as travel, clothing, electronics, shows, gym memberships and many more