Art Director

Quidich Innovation Labs is a global company headquartered in Mumbai, India that pioneers customized technology solutions for Sports Broadcast. From the outset, we have believed in the power of the story that sport tells as a tool to bring people together; and that this story best reaches fans, through the way it is broadcast. Building on this thinking, we have created various technology tools over the past five years and deployed them at tournaments such as the Indian Premier League, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, ICC Women’s and Men’s World Cup, and Men's FIH Hockey World Cup, to name a few. Role We are seeking a creative and experienced Art Director to lead the design of our projects. As the Art Director, you will oversee the artistic vision, collaborating with the internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality, visually compelling output that aligns with our brand identity and objectives. You will also present the designs to the client and correspond with them. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping the visual identity of our projects, overseeing the creative process, and ensuring that all design elements meet both artistic and functional objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong design background, proven leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with both creative teams and clients. Responsibilities Creative Vision

• Concept Development: Ability to translate ideas and narratives into compelling visual concepts.
• Aesthetic Sense: A strong understanding of color theory, composition, typography, and design principles.
• Innovation: Coming up with fresh, original ideas that align with the project’s goals while pushing creative boundaries.

• Proficiency in Design Software: Mastery of tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, Sketch, or other industry-standard software.
• Knowledge of Photography/Video: Understanding of photography, cinematography, or animation processes helps direct the visual components effectively.
• Understanding of Print & Digital Media: Knowing the technical requirements for both print and digital formats, including layouts, file types, and resolution.

• Visual Storytelling: Translating abstract ideas into a visual language that resonates with the audience.
• Client Relations: Presenting concepts and designs to clients in a clear, compelling way, and incorporating their feedback.
• Interpersonal Skills: Navigating discussions and negotiations with clients, colleagues, and team members effectively.
• Maintain Brand Consistency: Ensuring all creative materials adhere to brand guidelines and maintain consistency across all platforms and media.

• Project Management: Managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the highest creative standards.
• Collaboration: Ability to work with a variety of team members from various departments.
• Mentorship: Guiding and providing constructive feedback to designers and other team members to improve their work and align it with the project’s vision.
• Decision-Making: Making key artistic decisions that impact the overall direction of the project.

• 6+ years of relevant Experience
• Convert complex stories and content into infographics.
• Designers who have worked with editorial content/ journalism would be ideal for this role.
• News magazines and newspapers background but who have also moved into other mediums.
• Ability to grasp complex information and create easy to grasp infographics.
• Sensitivity to form and colors.
• Experience in use of typography.
• Attention to detailing.
• Team Management Experience.