As an in-house Art Director at NI, you will lead the development and execution of creative concepts that bring our brand to life across global campaigns, digital platforms, events, and internal initiatives! Partnering closely with marketing, product, and creative teams, you’ll translate complex ideas into compelling visual narratives that connect with diverse audiences. You’ll oversee design direction, guide a team of designers and external partners, and ensure all creative work aligns with brand standards while pushing boundaries for innovation and impact. This role requires a balance of strategic thinking, hands-on design, and leadership to deliver consistent, world-class creative that elevates NI’s brand and drives business results!
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Cross functional collaboration between Creative Operations, Marketing Campaign Managers and Business Group customers about branding, timing and scope
Team lead responsibilities with direct reports of visual designers
Plan, establish art direction and design reviews, maintain communication and feedback between internal and external teams and individuals
Overall responsibility for brand identity and consistency
Leading design reviews in project management tool (Adobe Workfront), administrational tasks of the tool
Maintain and overview internal systems, libraries and style-guide
Working with external agencies
Art ideation and creative strategy forecasting calls with customers
Monthly, quarterly visual reporting
Able to work with a distributed team in different regions and different time zones
Dedication to organizational goals
For This Role, You Will Need:
Excellent communication - both verbal and written
BA or MSC in Design, Marketing or related creative
Minimum 8 years experience in team lead and art direction
Proactive attitude, organizational skills
Aesthetic sense and planning experience
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: Agency or corporate Sr. Design or Art Direction
Our Culture & Commitment to You
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.