Job Description

Part of the Interparfums group founded in 1982, Interparfums USA develops, manufactures and distributes prestige perfumes and cosmetics as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, Donna Karan, DKNY, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, MCM, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferragamo and Ungaro. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.

Job Summary

The Photo Art Director will lead the conception, design, and execution of compelling visuals to support various fragrance launch campaigns. This role requires a creative leader who can bring ideas to life across global advertising, social media, in-store video, point-of-sale materials, and other branded digital content. Additionally, this candidate should possess strong on set direction of product photoshoots as well as pre and postproduction skills. The ideal candidate will ensure alignment with executive and marketing teams while managing their own workload, collaborating effectively, and contributing with a positive, team-oriented mindset.

This position is based in office from Mondays-Thursdays, and remote on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and present compelling visual concepts that align with campaign briefs, brand guidelines, and strategic objectives.
• Manage creative projects independently with strong organizational skills; effectively incorporate feedback to refine deliverables.
• Source and secure appropriate talent for projects, including negotiating photo contracts with artists and their representatives. Oversee budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure efficient, on-time, and on-budget execution.
• Lead on-set production with a confident creative vision, guiding teams to elevate the quality of output.
• Partner with key stakeholders and project leads to establish and maintain cohesive artistic direction throughout all phases of a project.
• Propose innovative, digital-first content ideas—including animations and short-form videos—that reflect current trends and brand identity.
• Must be a leader for technology and utilize AI platforms to develop creative assets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate digital-first thinking into all creative initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support overall project and team success.

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in a creative leadership role, preferably in digital or marketing driven environments.
• Heavy photoshoot experience is a must within the fragrance or beauty industry.
• Very adept and fluent in AI and CGI technology.

Required Skills

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Deep understanding of digital trends, user experience, and marketing landscapes.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Creative problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities with the flexible attitude to always find a solution.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects or Premiere)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaborative tools (e.g., Word, PowerPoint and Excel).

We Offer:

• An entrepreneurial career with a dynamic environment where all voices are heard and appreciated
• Low hierarchy with high visibility to C-Suite on a regular basis
• A growing company with a proven track record of solid financial stability
• Bonus opportunity based on personal and business performance
• Paid time off policies including vacation, holiday, and sick days
• 401K plus company match
• Robust healthcare, insurance, and benefit options
• Options to support development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning

Interparfums USA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state or federal law.

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