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Location: Chicago, Illinois
Associate Art Director, Digital
Our CB2 associates create timeless products and unforgettable experiences, proudly serving customers with a focus on quality, design, and character. We believe that’s the secret to an effortlessly collected home. Our CB2 brand was established in 2002, and continues to evolve to deliver sophisticated, modern design for contemporary customers.
From archival pieces by design legends to contemporary cult classics, this is furniture and decor built to last. Ready to build a legacy? Join the creative minds at CB2 to create something unforgettable.
The Associate Art Director, Digital is responsible for developing and executing design, photography and video concepts for creative applications across channels. This role will partner with internal teams to deliver interactive, brand elevated user experiences that create engagement and conversion. This role will support key creative development projects with a primary focus on paid media and owned social channels.
Starting Rate: $60,000.00 - $78,000.00
This is an on-site position (Monday through Thursday) based out of our Chicago, IL office with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.
A day in the life as an Associate Art Director, Digital ...
Create innovative images, GIFs, and videos for brand, web, and social channels
Work closely with Senior Art Director to conceptualize the look and feel for seasonal campaigns and promotions
In close partnership with the Senior Art Director, lead digital design projects from inception to launch
Direct photo and video teams on set, both in studio and on location
Edit engaging videos for paid and organic channels
Work closely with the social media team to sculpt the look and feel of our digital presence
Present storyboards and ideas to the broader team for approval
Build shot lists and assist with asset management and organizing footage, catalog merchandise used in shoots, and tag images accordingly
Stay current on industry trends, share learnings with creative team, pull inspiration and examples from multiple sources to inform projects
Collaborate with internal teams to support multi-channel initiatives
What you’ll bring to the table…
Ability to create engaging visuals for digital channels
Experience with storyboarding and video editing
Formal design skills and proven passion for typography, composition, color, and layout
Strong understanding of studio, product, and editorial photography
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign, and other internal tools
After Effects, CaptureOne, web coding, HTML and CSS knowledge are a plus
Well versed in social media specifications and requirements
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast paced environment
Ability to give and receive effective critique of visual design work
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Thorough, organized, and detail oriented
Passionate about social media and up to date on digital trends
Interest in fashion, art, and pop culture
Up to 10% travel required
We’d love to hear from you if you have…
Must provide Portfolio link (including password) on resume or link to PDF samples
Bachelor’s degree preferred
4 years of relevant experience
Proven ability to work in a team environment
Strong visual portfolio or body of work
Experience with directing both photo and video a plus
Experience in the retail industry a plus
Starting Rate: $60,000.00 - $78,000.00
Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.
Job ID R22765 Date posted 01/22/2026
Position Type Full Time
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Our commitment to our associates is of the utmost importance. One of the reasons the company attracts such a diverse group of associates is that we offer a full menu of benefits that are relevant to their lives, both on and off the job. We are proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to support eligible part time and full time associates and their families, including:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Life insurance and Disability
- Retirement and 401(k) match
- Paid time off, wellness time and volunteer time
- Merchandise discount and EAP resources
- Tuition Reimbursement
Many of these benefits begin on day one, and extend to eligible dependents. To learn more about available benefits please click https://jobs.cb2.com/benefits
Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate & Barrel, Crate & Kids, CB2 and Hudson Grace, will be referred to as “the Company”.
The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position,
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The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US.
State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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Questions? Please reach out to careers@crateandbarrel.com
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