Careers - Agency 29

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Art Director

▶ ABOUT THE POSITION

This is not a “pixel-pusher” role, and it’s not a leadership role with people management either. As an Art Director at Agency 29, you’ll bridge strategy and execution, concept and craft, big-picture thinking and detailed design.

You’ll help shape creative output across projects, leading design direction, contributing to brand strategy, and executing high-quality visual work. You’ll collaborate closely with our creative team and cross-functional team members, elevating both the work and the people around you.

This role is ideal for someone ready to take ownership and grow into a stronger creative leader while staying hands-on.

▶ WHAT YOU’LL DO

Creative Development – Concept and execute brand identities, campaigns, and marketing initiatives across print, digital, and web.
Translate Strategy into Design – Turn brand strategy into clear, compelling visual systems that work across channels.
Own Projects End-to-End – Take work from concept through final delivery with accountability and attention to detail.
Art Direct & Elevate Others – Provide thoughtful feedback and direction to design colleagues to ensure strong, cohesive work.
Collaborate Across Teams – Partner with strategists, champions in client relationships, and leadership to bring ideas to life.
Present Your Thinking – Confidently articulate and defend creative decisions internally and with clients.
Build Systems, Not Just Assets – Create scalable, thoughtful design systems (not just one-off executions).
Maintain a High Bar – Ensure all work meets a high standard for creativity, consistency, accuracy and craft.
Proud of Production – We’re specifically looking for someone who is happy with production-level design execution.

▶ WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A strategic thinker with strong design instincts
Someone who takes ownership and pushes work forward
A collaborative teammate who gives and receives thoughtful feedback
A clear communicator who can present ideas with confidence
A creative who cares about both concept and execution

▶ YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

5–7 years of experience in an agency or in-house creative environment
Strong portfolio demonstrating brand systems, identity work, and multi-channel design
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Experience with Figma and a strong knowledge of UI/UX principles
Understanding of web design best practices (HTML/CSS familiarity is a plus)
Solid knowledge of print production and digital workflows
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

▶ WHAT WE’D LOVE

(The “Bonus Points” that move your resume to the top of the stack)

Photography and/or videography skills are a huge plus
Experience with WordPress
Motion design or animation experience (After Effects, etc.)
Exposure to marketing strategy or campaign development

▶ THE DETAILS

Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 (based on experience and fit)
Hybrid work environment (Rochester, NY-based)
Health insurance, retirement benefits, parental leave, and unlimited PTO
Profit sharing plan
A culture focused on growth
Direct collaboration with leadership
Opportunities for professional development
A supportive, ego-free team that values great work and real life

▶ READY TO JOIN?

We’d like to see:

Your resume
A link to your portfolio
A short note about a design problem you solved that you’re proud of

Even if you don’t check every box, we encourage you to apply. We care about chemistry, creativity, and potential just as much as experience.

Pay: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rochester, NY 14609

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Graphic Designer

▶ ABOUT THE POSITION

We’re small – which means we ask our creative team to take on a wide variety of duties. As a Graphic Designer at Agency 29, you must be independently driven and able to push a project forward on your own, while also being able to work productively and harmoniously in a group. You’ve got to think big-picture, but be willing to sweat the details. No egos allowed, and no task is too small! Projects might include:

Creation of printed + digital marketing materials
Production tasks and print mechanical preparations as needed
Assisting Art Directors in executing large-scale projects
Front-end web design
Copywriting, photography, or illustration skills? We’ll be impressed!

▶ WHO YOU ARE

An executional designer with:

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
3-5 years of experience creating design systems for print and web
The ability to work within existing brand identities/guidelines
The ability to articulate design decisions to our team
Working knowledge of social media marketing
Experience preparing print-ready files with precision
A portfolio representing a range of design styles and a diversity of projects
Pride and joy in production-level design execution