Art & Jewelry Design Director

About Us

STONE AND STRAND is a dynamic and thriving woman-owned fine jewelry brand, dedicated to offering exquisite, ethically sourced handcrafted pieces in New York City.

Founded in 2012 with the goal of breaking the old school norms of high-end jewelry, we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled quality and exceptional customer experience, with every piece designed to be an accessible indulgence.

Our small passionate team is obsessed with fine jewelry, quality, and craftsmanship. We pride ourselves on our team culture and delivering outsized results and high end customer experience.About The Role

We are looking for a creative and experienced Art Director to oversee all visual touchpoints of our brand. From guiding jewelry collection designs to shaping store interiors and maintaining cohesive social media aesthetics, the Art Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall look and feel of our brand. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in branding and a keen eye for detail, along with a passion for jewelry and luxury fashion.

Our team works in-person from our Diamond District office.

You will: Own, conceptualize, and execute the brand's visual identity across all platforms.Lead the design and development of new jewelry collections, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and market trends.Oversee the creation of marketing materials, including print collateral, digital assets, and packaging designs.Manage the design and layout of store interiors, ensuring a cohesive and inviting brand experience for customers.Develop and maintain brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all visual touchpoints.Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, continually seeking inspiration to elevate the brand's visual identity.Develop and manage a network of photographers, stylists, and other creative partners to produce high-quality visual content for social media and marketing campaigns.

You have:Proven experience in Brand Manager or Junior Art Director role, preferably within a branding agency or luxury fashion environment.Experience in jewelry design The ability to articulate creative concepts and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.A keen understanding of market trends and consumer preferences for our high end customer base.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools.A strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects, with an emphasis on branding and visual storytelling.A Bachelor’s degree in jewelry design, visual design, branding, or other creative field

You are:As obsessed with jewelry as we are A skilled communicator and collaborator A creative thinker with a meticulous attention to detail and a strong sense of aestheticsA seasoned manager, with the ability to mentor and inspire othersOrganized and detail-oriented

Our Good Girl MissionOur Good Girl Mission champions women who inspire us. Women who are unapologetically themselves and unafraid to do things their own way. We aim to shine the spotlight on these women through creative collaborations and our grant program. Read more here.

Compensation and Benefits$90k base (based on experience), plus bonusMedical, dental, and vision benefits, with employer contributionAccess to One MedicalCommuter benefits401(k) matching 15 PTO Days + 5 Sick Days to start; Increases with tenure Employee discount and sample sale accessSummer Fridays