A. Lange & Söhne Art Director

A. Lange & Söhne, a distinguished name in the luxury watchmaking industry, is renowned for its commitment to state-of-the-art tradition and excellence. As part of the prestigious Richemont Group, the brand offers a unique blend of regional craftsmanship and international collaboration, making it an esteemed employer in the luxury sector.

1. Develop and execute creative visual concepts for a diverse array of communication materials, including campaigns, events, websites, social media content, out-of-home advertising, visual merchandising, and internal communications.
2. Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audience to ensure alignment with brand objectives.
3. Produce sketches, mockups, and storyboards to visualize ideas effectively.
4. Ensure all visual elements adhere to brand guidelines and communicate key messages across all platforms.
5. Organize and oversee the production of visual assets, including photography, illustrations, and video.
6. Manage and mentor junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to ensure high-quality work.
7. Stay informed on the latest design trends, technologies, and best practices to identify opportunities for innovation.
8. Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.
9. Respond to internal feedback and obtain stakeholder approval for design boards and final layouts.
10. Present creative concepts and designs to stakeholders, effectively communicating the rationale behind ideas.
11. Collaborate with external vendors, such as creative agencies, freelance designers, photographers, illustrators, and printers, to ensure high-quality execution.

1. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Art Director or Senior Designer, preferably in a corporate environment.

1. Strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of creative skills and experience across different media.
2. Excellent knowledge of design principles, branding, typography, and visual communication.
3. Hands-on experience with layout, logo design, typography, color, print design and production, web layout design, image selection, and graphic design for retail applications.
4. Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma.
5. Experience in managing and mentoring junior designers.
6. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
7. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
8. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
9. Passion for visual storytelling and a commitment to excellence.
10. Experience in the luxury industry is a plus.

A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Art Director or Senior Designer, preferably in a corporate environment.

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field.

Attractive and above-tariff remuneration, including a 13th salary, bonus, and a €50 shopping voucher per month.

The position offers a modern workplace in Berlin, flexible working time models, sabbaticals, ergonomic workplaces, monthly health allowance, job bike, and family-friendly benefits such as daycare support. Various development opportunities are available through coaching, courses, and online platforms.

A. Lange & Söhne fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to 'Never stand still.' The company values teamwork, offers extensive onboarding, and promotes a strong sense of community. As part of the Richemont Group, employees benefit from international collaboration and a rich tradition of craftsmanship.