Associate Art Director (Future Opportunity)

Please note: This role is contingent upon contract award. While not an immediate opening we are actively interviewing and may extend offers in anticipation of the award with start dates dependent upon contract finalization.

AssociateArt Director

You have a point of view.

You care about how things look how they feel and how they come together. You have an eye for design anda strong senseof style andyourestarting to apply that consistently across the work.

You are moving from execution into direction.Youreshaping how things should look and feel not just making them. You can spot a strong concept build on it and help sharpen it.

You understand how ideas translate into visual form across channels. You know how to carry a conceptthrough intoexecution without losing clarity. Type image motion compositionyou bring those elements together into something cohesive and intentional.

We build campaigns that need to hold together across channels. The work is complex. The expectations are high.

About ICF Next

ICF Next brings together strategy creativity data and technology to solve real problems.

We work with organizations facing complex challenges across energy public health climate and more. The work is not just about communication. It is about helping people understand engage andtake action.

Our teams build integrated campaigns and experiences that connect with people and hold together across channels. The work needs to be clear useful and built to perform. If it does not resonate it does not work.

As anAssociateArt Directoryoull:

• Contribute to and help shape campaign ideas from the start

• Translate ideas into clear visual directions and systems

• Develop layouts compositions and visual approaches

• Help define how ideas show up across channels

• Guide and refine design execution for quality and consistency

• Work across disciplines to bring ideas to life

• Present work with clear visual rationale

• Manage multiple deliverables

You will need:

• 5 years of art direction experience

• A portfolio that shows strong ideas and polished execution across platforms

• Photo and video direction fundamentals (light composition pacing)

• Ability to turn strategy into compelling visual stories

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

• Proficiencyin Adobe Creative Suite curiosity around AI tools

• A bachelors degree in art design or equivalent experience in a related field.

Additionalattributes:

• Strong eye for typography layout color and composition

• Ability to extend andmaintainvisual systems

• Experience working across campaigns and formats

• Attention to detail and consistency

• Confidence contributing to creative discussions

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including remote and hybrid options

• Competitive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• A collaborative environment with opportunities to connect across teams

• Opportunities to contribute to social impact and community initiatives

At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.