Who We Are
To culture-conscious organizations who are chasing market leadership, Element Three is the marketing consultancy that accelerates business transformation, brand relevance, and demand performance outcomes. Our business is built to foster growth in people and business so they can change the world. The team at Element Three takes this mission seriously, and it is manifest in everything we do. We make good brands great. We are accountable for delivering results on our strategies. Every single time.
What does this mean for you? You will join a team of tenacious, hard-working pros who excel in what they do and lift each other up along the way. About the Role: Art DirectorAs an Art Director at Element Three, you are a strategic visual storyteller. You concept and craft bold, integrated creative that connects with complex B2B and B2B2C audiences, often in verticals like manufacturing, powersports, and commercial vehicles, and you do it with business performance in mind. Working in close collaboration with copywriters, strategists, media specialists, and account teams, you translate abstract ideas and business challenges into compelling, brand-aligned creative.
You love big ideas, but you also know how to execute them across mediums, from landing pages and paid social campaigns to trade show environments and dealer marketing materials. You bring inspiration, clarity, and creativity to every touchpoint of the customer journey.A Typical Week Might Look Like This
- Concept a full-funnel brand campaign for a powersports client that works for both OEM and Dealers in collaboration with a copywriter and senior strategist
- Art direct a video or animation project for a commercial vehicle launch, guiding the visual storytelling to support dealer adoption and lead generation goals
- Develop digital assets for a paid media campaign across display and social platforms
- Build out high-fidelity website designs using Figma in collaboration with the UX and development teams
- Present creative concepts directly to client stakeholders, clearly articulating the rationale behind visual decisions
- Lead the visual development of a brand identity system, from logo lockups to typography to color systems
- Review ads created by a freelance designer, giving constructive feedback to make sure they are thoughtfully designed and on brand
This Role Might Be a Great Fit If You:
- Are a strategic thinker who balances creativity with results
- Understand that good design is about impact, not just aesthetics
- Have a curious, proactive mindset
- Ask “why,” explore new ideas, and stay sharp on trends and technologies.
- Are collaborative and communicative
- Are comfortable taking the lead, sharing your ideas, and responding to feedback with professionalism and grace
- Are highly organized and accountable
- Sweat the small stuff, hit deadlines, and follow through on your commitments
- Thrive in ambiguity and enjoy solving complex problems through creative solutions
What You Need to Succeed
- 3+ years of professional experience in a creative or agency environment
- A strong portfolio showcasing multi-channel work—especially branding, digital campaigns, and websites
- Solid understanding of the principles of design, layout, typography, and visual hierarchy
- Demonstrated experience in web design, including responsive layouts and digital user flows
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Figma
- Ability to present and defend creative concepts with clarity and confidence to both internal and external stakeholders
- Knowledge of the end-to-end creative process, from concepting to comps to final execution
- Experience collaborating across functions (strategy, media, dev) in a fast-paced, agile environment
Bonus Points:
- Experience with dealer networks, manufacturing, or other distributed sales models
- Familiarity with designing for paid media, trade shows, or technical product marketing
What You’ll Get
- A collaborative team that values creativity, clarity, and accountability
- The opportunity to grow your design, strategy, and presentation skills
- Meaningful work with brands that are making bold moves in their industries
- A culture rooted in growth, for people and business
