Art Director (Future Opportunity)
Please note: This role is contingent upon contract award. While not an immediate opening, we are actively interviewing and may extend offers in anticipation of the award, with start dates dependent upon contract finalization.
You start with the idea. You can look at a brief and quickly see the best angle, the way in to tell the story and have it hold up across channels.
You partner closely with writers and strategists from the start, building and refining the work together. You push the thinking and help turn strategy and audience insights into compelling concepts worth making.
You’rean art director, andyou’rein the thick of the work. You love the craft, but you knowit’sin service of the idea.You design, build, and refine, bringing ideas to life across campaigns, digital experiences, and content.
We work on complex challenges where the stakes are real.The expectations are high. The opportunity to create meaningful work is real.
About ICF Next
ICF Next brings together strategy, creativity, data, and technology to solve real problems.
We work with organizations facing complex challenges across energy, public health, climate, and more. The work is not just about communication. It is about helping people understand, engage, andtake action.
Our teams build integrated campaigns and experiences that connect with people and hold together across channels. The work needs to be clear, useful, and built to perform. If it does not resonate, it does not work.
As an Art Director,you’ll:
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Lead concept development in partnership with writers and strategists
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Create compelling visual systems, campaigns, and brand worlds
- Lead projects from planning to execution
- Present with clarity and confidence
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Manage multiple projects without sacrificing craft
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Stay tapped into trends, new tools, and technologies
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Work closely with production partners throughout execution
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Collaborate across internal and external teams
You’llneed:
- 5+ years of art direction experience
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A portfolio that shows strong ideas and polished execution across platforms
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Photo and video direction fundamentals (light, composition, pacing)
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Ability to turn strategy into compelling visual stories
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Strong collaboration and communication skills
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Proficiencyin Adobe Creative Suite + curiosity around AI tools
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A bachelor’s degree in art, design, or equivalent experience in a related field.
Additional Professional Attributes:
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Strong eye for typography, layout, color, and composition
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Experience working across integrated campaigns
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Ability to contribute to concept development and push the work forward
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Confidence presenting work and engaging in creative discussions
- Attention to detail and consistency
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Ability to give and receive feedback in a collaborative environment
What we offer:
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Flexible working arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
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Competitive benefits, including healthcare and retirement plans
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Ongoing training and development opportunities
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A collaborative environment with opportunities to connect across teams
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Opportunities to contribute to social impact and community initiatives
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEOpolicy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans,