Guerlain Art Director – Skincare
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Posted
- Jul 3, 2026
About Guerlain
Founded in Paris in 1828, Guerlain is one of the world’s most storied maisons of fragrance, beauty and skincare, renowned for its artisanal excellence, scientific innovation and enduring sense of French elegance. As an employer, Guerlain offers the opportunity to contribute to a living heritage where creativity, craftsmanship and responsible luxury meet. Its teams span perfumery, retail excellence, research, marketing, supply chain and corporate functions, united by a passion for exceptional products and client experience. With a strong commitment to biodiversity, sustainability and the preservation of savoir-faire, Guerlain attracts talents who aspire to shape the future of beauty while honoring nearly two centuries of legacy.
Guerlain Art Director – Skincare, Paris: Lead creative conception and campaign execution for luxury beauty. Full-time, on-site role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conceive, develop, and articulate creative campaign concepts across all communication media (print, film, digital) with consistency to the Maison's brand image and values
- Conduct continuous creative and competitive intelligence monitoring: tracking campaigns, emerging talent, directors, music labels, and trends within luxury and skincare sectors
- Oversee complete end-to-end post-production management for print and film assets, from retouching briefs through planning coordination, print registration, editing, and final delivery
- Supervise production of technical execution documentation necessary for visual and video assets across all formats and media applications (POS, PLV, LED displays, etc.)
- Guarantee adherence to timelines, budgets, and established quality standards in close collaboration with Marketing teams, Production departments, and Creative Direction
- Pilot the comprehensive execution of campaigns across all touchpoints (POS, digital, merchandising, press), from defining model framing to final asset delivery
- Supervise creation of reference layouts and ensure graphic consistency across all activation materials
- Structure production workflows to optimize time allocation and creative efficiency in campaign development
Qualifications
- Master's degree (BAC+5) in Fine Arts, Design, or Communications
- Demonstrated cultural expertise and sensitivity within the luxury and beauty sectors
- Recognized creative spirit with strong conceptual intelligence and capacity to develop and communicate brand storytelling
- Expert command of print and digital brand guidelines
- Proficiency in industry-standard design tools: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Adobe Premiere
- Fluent English language skills
Skills
Experience
Minimum 4–5 years of professional experience in creative direction, art direction, image creation, or digital development roles, within either agency or in-house creative studio environments. Proven track record in luxury and beauty sector communications preferred. Strong preference for candidates with experience in fashion and lifestyle industries.
Education
Master's degree (BAC+5) in Fine Arts, Design, Communications, or equivalent discipline
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Guerlain cultivates a refined workplace culture rooted in French artistry, exceptional craftsmanship, and a deep respect for its heritage in fragrance and beauty. As an employer, it values creativity, excellence, and sustainability, encouraging teams to combine innovation with the Maison’s enduring sense of elegance and purpose.
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