Key Responsibilities

AI Art Direction & Visual Strategy

Set visual direction for AI-generated imageryacross all AFI brands and product lines Establish comprehensive AI imagery standards that maintain brand integrity and quality Develop creative briefs and visual guidelines specifically for AI-generated content Partner with creative teams to integrate AI imagery seamlessly with traditional photography and design

Studio Output & Quality Management

Oversee AI output and maintain quality standardsfor all AI-generated visual content Develop quality control processes and approval workflows for AI-generated imagery Ensure AI-generated content meets brand standards and commercial requirements Monitor and optimize AI production workflows for efficiency and consistency

Team Education & Development

Lead team education on new AI tools and techniquesacross the creative organization Develop training programs and best practices for AI tool adoption Mentor team members on AI art direction principles and creative applications Stay current with emerging AI technologies and assess their potential for creative implementation

Process Innovation & Workflow Development

Design and implement agentic workflowsthat scale AI production thoughtfully Create systematic approaches that combine AI efficiency with creative excellence Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate AI capabilities into existing creative processes Document and refine AI production methodologies for scalable implementation

Required Qualifications

Experience & Background

6+ years of professional art direction experiencewith demonstrated leadership in creative innovation Proven track record in visual content creation, photography, or digital imaging Portfolio featuring art direction created by AI and traditional photography required Experience in retail, furniture, or consumer goods industries preferred

Core Competencies

Advanced expertise in AI image generation tools Strong understanding of traditional photography and art direction principles Proficiency in creative software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) Excellent process design and workflow optimization skills Knowledge of emerging AI technologies and creative applications

Leadership Skills

Demonstrated ability to educate and inspire teams on new technologies Strong collaboration and cross-functional partnership capabilities Excellent communication skills with ability to present AI concepts to leadership Balance of innovative thinking with practical implementation expertise Change management experience in adopting new creative technologies