Senior Photo Art Director (Interiors) - Contract
About the role
As our brand continues to scale, the volume and complexity of our photography has grown significantly — from seasonal campaigns and product launches to high-performing ecommerce and performance creative. We’re bringing on a Contract Senior Photo Art Director to be a part of the next evolution of the Ruggable brand across our photo ecosystem. This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who can operate independently, lead on-set with authority, and partner cross-functionally to translate brand strategy into world-class execution.
Responsibilities
- Lead art direction for select campaigns, launches, and high-priority shoots
- Develop strong visual POVs grounded in brand strategy and product storytelling
- Direct studio and location shoots with confidence and clarity
- Elevate composition, lighting, casting, styling, and spatial storytelling
- Partner with Performance and Growth to ensure assets support conversion
- Collaborate closely with Production, Styling, Merchandising, and Copy
- Drive post-production feedback and final asset quality
- Help refine and strengthen our evolving visual standards
Requirements
- 8–10+ years of photo art direction experience
- Interiors experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead high-volume ecommerce and lifestyle campaigns
- A portfolio that reflects strong taste, restraint, and consistency
- Able to balance scalable production with brand elevation
- A clear, confident on-set leadership presence
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Qualifications
- Based in Los Angeles and comfortable directing on set
Skills
- Experience working in a DTC or fast-paced brand environment
- Graphic design background
Benefits
At Ruggable, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Ruggable is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Pay
$100–$130/hr
Schedule
1099, 8 month+ contract, potential to extend
Location
Los Angeles (Hybrid / On-Set Required)