Job Description

Request Title: Associate Art Director
Business Unit/Group: DC, Brand Design & Creative Services
Requisition Number: 40566-1
Intended Start Date: 10/12/2026
Contract Duration: 6-months
Possibility For Extension / Conversion? Possible. Leave coverage.
Max Hourly Pay Rate: $38.50/hr
OT Required / Expected? Possible.
WB Games Resource(s)? No
CNN Resource(s)? No
Open to former interns? Yes


What We Do/Project


The Associate Art Director is a key creative resource for the team and will have frontline responsibility for the day-to-day implementation and execution for visual concepts, assets, and graphic standards for physical and digital channels - with a focus on digital platforms such as DCUI, DC Community, DC.com, social media, and print production. The ideal candidate should be experienced with the most up-to-date design tools and practices for the creation of digital, print, and other asset and will have a strong affinity and knowledge of the DC Universe.


As part of the Brand Design & Creative Services team., this role will partner with the Marketing team, Digital team (social/DCUI), and the Franchise Development team to develop and produce content. Successful content will drive engagement and revenue for the DC brand.


Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role
• Lead creative efforts to continually update DC channels with fresh, high-quality imagery that:
o Maintains a consistent visual language facilitating intuitive user flow and content consumption.
o Collaborates with Marketing, DC.COM, and DCUI teams to create a fan journey on our platforms through creative assets.
o Maximizes the strengths of the digital, print, and comic space.
o Identifies new areas of opportunities and propose ideas to the VP, Brand Design & Creative Services.
o Makes sure that the DC Brand standards are upheld.
• Develop design comps, for new social media initiatives, enhancements, and maintenance projects.
• Design multimedia effects and titles for interactive video content, motion graphics, and presentation materials.
• Organize, catalog, and maintain various graphic assets, media elements, and style guides.
• Coordinate efficient and effective working relationships with internal teams, cross-divisional partners, and external vendors.
• Carry out additional design duties as assigned.


Must Have Skills / Requirements
1) Strong InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc (Adobe CC) Expertise
a. 5+ years; Portfolio to share examples required. Must be included on Cover Page and resume.
2) Strong Creative Design Ability
a. 5+ years; Portfolio to share examples required. Must be included on Cover Page and resume.
3) Publishing and print production experience required.
a. 5+ years; Experience working for other comic, book, print ads, marketing assets, Ad Campaign assets, etc.
4) Strong communication skills and ability to translate creative requirements.
a. 5+ years; Experience working cross-functionally to align on requirements to fulfill project deadlines.


Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements
1) Passion for the comic book and entertainment industry is a plus.
2) Knowledge of and an affinity for DC properties preferred.
3) Love for pop culture and trends.


Soft Skills:
1) Publishing and print production experience required.
2) Organized self-starter that can drive complex projects, high volume, and tight deadlines with minimal guidance/oversight.
3) High quality, detail-specific written and verbal communication skills.
4) Ability to manage relationships across multiple business units, departments, and external vendors.
5) Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive and productive and collaborative demeanor.
6) Must be able to maintain project confidentiality.
7) Must have the ability to manage multiple project elements and tasks simultaneously.
8) Basic familiarity with print design, formats, and production, and digital design is a requirement.


Technology Requirements:
1) Extensive experience using InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other up-to-date design tools and Adobe CC suite.
2) Experience using motion graphics software, e.g. Adobe After Effects, Apple Motion, Final Cut Pro, etc.
3) Experience using content management systems is preferred. Knowledge of Monday.com is ideal.
4) Extensive experience using Microsoft Office tools.
5) Must provide a strong portfolio that demonstrates exceptional design skills, creative problem-solving, and experience developing high-quality assets across digital and print platforms.


Education / Certifications
1) Bachelor's degree in graphic design, media communications, or equivalent work experience is preferred.


Interview Process / Next Steps
1) 1st round with Sr. Art Director
2) 2nd round panel interview with Design Director, Sr. Art Directors, and Associate Art Director.


Additional Notes
• Sourcing remote in the US.
• Remote requirement.

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Warner Bros. Discovery through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Warner Bros. Discovery.


This role is eligible for the following benefits:


Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave


Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.


AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.


If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com for other accommodation options.


In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.


Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.


*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.


Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.


San Francisco Candidates only: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


City of Los Angeles Candidates only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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