Bespoke Art Director (Editorial Design)

TL;DR

Bespoke Art Director (Editorial Design): Leading the creative direction for bespoke and branded content projects across print, digital, social, and experiential platforms with an accent on aligning partner objectives with Wallpaper*'s distinctive editorial voice. Focus on overseeing high-quality design, art direction, and ensuring creative innovation while managing multiple projects end-to-end.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK (working three days from the office, two from home)

Salary: £55,000–£60,000

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in specialist media with over 200+ media brands, providing trusted content that educates and inspires action.

What you will do

• Lead the creative vision for Wallpaper* Bespoke projects across print, digital, social, and experiential platforms.
• Develop original, design-led concepts in collaboration with editorial, commercial, and production teams.
• Oversee and execute high-quality design and art direction for print and digital features and special editions.
• Ensure exceptional attention to detail in typography, layout, imagery, and motion.
• Manage multiple bespoke projects from end to end, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Create design-led marketing collateral to support the commercial team.

Requirements

• Must be able to work hybrid from London, UK (three days in office, two from home).
• Significant experience as an Art Director within editorial, luxury media, or high-end branded content.
• Strong portfolio showcasing editorial design, art direction, and bespoke storytelling.
• Deep understanding of print design and typography, with fluency in digital-first content.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior stakeholders and clients.
• Strong grasp of contemporary culture, design, architecture, and global creative trends.

Culture & Benefits

• Uncapped leave policy.
• Profit-sharing bonus when company targets are met.
• Opportunity to purchase shares in hirify.global with a Share Incentive Plan.
• Well-being support with access to Colleague Assistant Programmes.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.