Art Director – You First Italy

Location: Milan, Italy

Department: You First Brands Italy

Reports to: Creative Director, You First Brands Italy

About Us

At You First Brands, we specialize in connecting brands with their fans through sports and entertainment. Our Italian office is a key hub for brand partnerships, talent activations, and culturally relevant campaigns in the local and international markets.

Role Summary

We are looking for an Art Director to join our team in Milan.

This role will play a key part in shaping the visual identity of our projects, from concept to execution, ensuring creative excellence across all touchpoints.

The ideal candidate is a visually driven and conceptually strong creative: someone who can translate strategic thinking into powerful imagery, craft bold and engaging ideas, and contribute to culturally relevant campaigns in the sports and entertainment industry.

Beyond strong visual craft, this person will also be expected to think big, generating original concepts, shaping integrated narratives, and bringing to life ideas that connect brands with culture in meaningful ways. You’ll play a key role in developing creative territories, contributing to pitches, and helping define the storytelling direction of each project.

Key Responsibilities

• Creative Concept & Development

Transform insights and strategies into visually and conceptually compelling campaigns that align with brand positioning and creative direction.

• Visual Identity & Storytelling

Define and maintain the visual language and creative consistency of each project, ensuring the storytelling feels cohesive across every platform and touchpoint.

• Concept Ideation & Pitching

Actively contribute to brainstorming sessions and creative pitches, developing impactful ideas that connect brands, culture, and audiences in authentic ways.

• Collaboration & Teamwork

Work closely with copywriters, designers, producers, and strategists to bring integrated ideas to life with both precision and emotion.

• Cultural Awareness & Trends

Stay ahead of design, culture, and technology trends to keep our work relevant and inspiring.

• Presentation & Communication

Present and articulate creative ideas clearly and confidently, both internally and to clients.

• Workflow & Time Management

Handle multiple projects efficiently, maintaining high creative standards and meeting deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience as an Art Director (preferably in an agency).
• Strong understanding of brand communication in the sports and entertainment industry.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and visual storytelling.
• Native Italian, fluent in English.

Additional Information

The resume must be submitted in English.

Interviews will be conducted in English.

Applicants who do not meet the required qualifications and experience should refrain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.