Job summary
Job overview
The Art Director at PLAY Playground will be responsible for maintaining and elevating brand standards across entertainment venues, particularly in Nashville and Las Vegas.
Responsibilities and impact
Daily responsibilities include overseeing the creation of advertising assets, collaborating with various departments to ensure brand consistency, managing multiple projects, and editing video content.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in a similar role, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and strong organizational skills, with experience in a high-growth startup environment preferred.
Company information
PLAY Playground is a national brand of entertainment venues with locations in Las Vegas and Nashville, focusing on maintaining high brand standards and innovative marketing.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Nashville, requiring in-office work five days a week with occasional travel to Las Vegas.
Company overview
PLAY Playground is an immersive entertainment venue located at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. It spans 15,000 square feet and offers a unique, interactive experience that combines elements of a game show with social interaction, catering to both adults and families. Unlike typical arcades, PLAY Playground focuses on real, physical fun with bespoke games and activities, eschewing virtual reality and arcade games. The venue operates as a playful bar, offering drinks and entertainment, and shifts to an adults-only atmosphere in the evenings. This innovative concept aims to evoke childhood memories while providing a vibrant social setting.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your 5+ years of experience in art direction, emphasizing your skills in digital and print asset creation, video editing, and brand management as they align with the responsibilities of the Art Director role at PLAY Playground.
Emphasize your proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and any experience with Cinema 4D, as these technical skills are crucial for the position.
Apply through multiple channels, including the PLAY Playground corporate site and LinkedIn, to maximize your application visibility for this role.
Connect with individuals in the creative or marketing divisions at PLAY Playground on LinkedIn to inquire about the position, using ice breakers such as asking about recent projects they've worked on or expressing admiration for the brand's visual identity.
Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating keywords from the job description, such as 'brand management,' 'creative development,' and 'project management,' to increase your chances of passing initial screenings.
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