Art Director Concept (m/w/d) (Mid Level)

About us and the role: Brand & Sales Activation with TAKTZEIT
We bring brands to life. We drive sales.

Across all sectors for international corporations, retail groups and renowned medium-sized companies.

Who are we? We are TAKTZEIT, the sales activation agency based in Düsseldorf – since 2005!

Our creative work is a key pillar of our success. We develop a wide variety of media and promotional materials for our clients: from online adverts and social media content to videos and digital brand experiences.

As an Art Director, you’ll support our creative team and work alongside over 20 colleagues from the fields of project management, (web) design and, of course, web development.

YOUR PROFILE

Are you strong on concept development, creative and stylistically in tune with the latest trends? Are you keen to deliver top‑class work with us and drive new initiatives forward? Then you’ve come to the right place – we’re looking for you to join our team with immediate effect!

Your responsibilities

• You’ll translate briefs into compelling visual solutions – from the initial sketch to the final design
• You’ll develop concepts, key visuals, layouts, adaptations and rollouts for print and digital
• You handle design grids, templates and guidelines with ease
• You create brand templates and PowerPoint presentations for international use
• You prepare your work for internal reviews and client meetings: clearly, in a structured manner and in a way that is easy to follow
• You ensure that timelines, feedback loops and files are transparent at all times

Your Qualifications

• A degree in design or communication – or a portfolio that speaks for itself
• At least 3 years’ relevant experience in an agency, studio or in‑house creative role
• A strong feel for concept, typography, layout, composition and brand logic
• Excellent skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (at least Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign; After Effects, Figma and 3D would be a plus)
• You promote an open culture of feedback: clear, respectful and solution-focused.
• You work in a structured manner, are reliable and keen to develop your professional skills

Nice-to-have's

• Experience with Figma/design libraries
• Expertise in AI-powered tools
• Experience with production workflows (print files, final artwork, handover)
• You’ll work in a friendly team with flat hierarchies and managers who treat you as an equal.
• With us, you’ll experience exciting projects and a varied workday. We provide all the tools you need to let your creativity run wild.
• You can actively contribute your own creative ideas and innovative solutions. We support you in your personal and professional development.
• You can organize your work hours flexibly and have the option to work from home part‑time.
• You’ll enjoy cool agency offices with a rooftop terrace, football table, and our office dog, Amy.

Do you have any questions?

Do you not yet meet all the requirements?

Would you like to work part-time or as a freelancer?