Art Director (Brand & Identity)
About KARV
KARV is a boutique branding agency based in Melbourne Beach, Florida, that’s focused on building movements for some of the world’s most innovative companies across biotech, medtech, medicine development, and space tech.
We are looking for a hands-on Art Director with exceptional taste, modern sensibility, and leadership potential. This role is ideal for an independent Art Director who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves building brands from scratch, and is excited to grow into a senior creative leadership role.
Who You Are
A brand identity designer first, with the ability to flex and execute across disciplines
Fluent in modern design with a portfolio that reflects a tech-forward, startup-inspired aesthetic
Comfortable owning multiple brands and priorities in a fast-moving environment
Efficient, decisive, and capable of delivering “right-sized” excellence when appropriate
Highly collaborative, conceptually strong, and generous with ideas
Entrepreneurial, mission-driven, and energized by building something meaningful
Excited about leadership and growing into a Creative Director role
What You’ll Own (Core Responsibilities)
Lead visual direction and execution for multiple client brands simultaneously
Design modern, scalable brand identities across digital, print, and motion
Establish tight brand systems that enable speed without sacrificing quality
Collaborate closely with strategists to translate positioning into visual expression
Concept, art direct, and collaborate with production teams on motion and video work
Remain highly hands-on while leading and directing freelance designers
Support new business efforts through visual concepts, decks, and materials
Elevate KARV’s own brand and creative output across channels
Present work to clients and guide creative conversations with confidence
What Success Looks Like (12-Month Outcomes)
Multiple client brands successfully launched or elevated with strong, cohesive visual systems
KARV’s creative output reflects a clear change in quality, consistency, and awesomeness
Clients view KARV as a trusted creative partner with taste, vision, and executional excellence
Freelance creative resources are effectively led, supported, and inspired
Design systems enable faster execution without sacrificing quality
Art direction meaningfully supports agency growth and new business wins
Clear trajectory toward owning larger portions of KARV’s creative output
Experience & Skills
6+ years of experience in brand identity design and art direction
Proven success managing and delivering creative across multiple brands concurrently
Strong portfolio showcasing modern brand systems and identity work
Experience with motion graphics and video collaboration
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Successful history working remotely with strong communication and accountability
Location & Work Model
Reports to the Creative Director / Executive Team
Works closely with strategy, production, and implementation teams
Highly collaborative, fast-moving, and feedback-driven environment
Fully remote within the United States
Working hours generally aligned to U.S. East Coast time
Ability to travel to the home office 1–2 times per year
Mission-driven culture with high standards, creative ambition, and a big heart
Benefits:
7 paid holidays
5 PTO days
1 paid volunteer day (of your choice)
401K available
Location: Fully remote possible
Travel: 1–2 trips per year to the home office, plus occasional client or conference travel
Estimated Start Date: February/March 2026
Why This Role Matters
You’ll help define the visual standard of KARV—shaping client brands, supporting agency growth, and playing a key role in building our future creative team.
Apply with your portfolio and a brief note on why this role excites you by emailing [email protected].
