Junior Art Director bei Walking Tree Ventures Pvt Ltd

About Us

Walking Tree is a leading global jewellery design, innovation and consumer thinking group, with both B2B and B2C verticals. Established in 2010, we have experienced rapid growth, with a diverse team of over 2500 members globally across Mumbai, Paris, Geneva, New York, Hongkong & China. The group has exceptional capabilities in luxury, premium as well as mass manufacturing, and offers a range of products, services and solutions tailored to its global network of retailers, brands and designers.

Our  brands, Aneka & Unsaid are today redefining the codes of new luxury, and making waves across the world with their path breaking creations, storytelling, and immersive retail experiences. Together, the brands boast flagship stores in Paris, Mumbai & Bangalore and are also featured  in some of the prestigious  department stores like Le Printemps, Dover Street Market, SAKS Fifth Avenue and other leading specialty watch and jewellery retailers.

Our leadership brings a diverse & rich blend of expertise to the group with Ankit Mehta serving as the CEO, Sanket Jhaveri, CEO of the B2B business, Philippe Nobile, Chairman- Unsaid & Aneka. The group is backed by families with a legacy spanning over four  generations in the gems and jewellery industry, combining heritage with forward thinking leadership to drive innovation and success. 

Why Join Us?

The Walking Tree Ecosystem thrives on an eclectic mix of talent, united by their shared mission to make jewellery relevant and desirable for the evolving new consumer. 

We were built from an ideology of making a difference. And our culture is what keeps us rooted in our ideologies. We offer a culture that encourages creativity, fuels innovation, imbibes sustainable practices and emphasizes sensitivity to our people and our consumers. 

We  are seeking individuals with a consumer centric mindset, passion for product, design and innovation, and who are willing to challenge the status quo!

If you are driven by a burning desire to make a difference, embrace risks, and find purpose and growth in your work, then we warmly invite you to join us in shaping the future of jewellery. 

To learn more about us, browse our website links below: 

https://walkingtree.co/

https://maisonaneka.com/

https://unsaid.com/

Requirements

About the role

The Junior Art Director will drive ideation, conceptualization, and visual development for brand assets, marketing materials, and product presentations. The role demands a refined aesthetic aligned with the luxury and fine jewellery market, translating concepts into impactful visual narratives that strengthen brand communication.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Direction and Execution:

• Liaise directly with the Brand Director to create original content for the brands across all touchpoints.
• Develop creative briefs with clear direction, schedules, and expected deliverables for the creative team.
• Collaborate with the Brand Director and Creative Team to establish and maintain a cohesive brand vision, voice, and visual identity.
• Present final layouts, storyboards and visual references to the brand team for approvals and incorporate feedback as needed to support storytelling and campaign narrative. 
• Maintain a consistent brand image across all touchpoints.
• Work closely with the photography team on composition, framing, camera angles, and styling; guide jewelry styling to achieve the desired look and feel.
• Define lighting approaches (hard/soft, natural/artificial, shadow play) to reflect the intended mood, and supervise product and material photography to ensure accurate representation of textures, finishes, and details.
• Oversee post-production (retouching, etc.) to uphold brand aesthetic standards.
• Work with cross-functional teams including studio, content, marketing, and external freelancers or agencies to execute creative deliverables.

Design Execution:

• Oversee high-quality graphic designs for digital assets, brand collaterals, print templates, and communication materials.
• Design templates and layouts for social media, CRM campaigns, packaging, lookbooks, and event branding.
• Brainstorm with the Studio and Graphic team to execute the concepts.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct competitor analysis to guide creative development. 
• Reference relevant visual and cultural concepts to inspire internal teams and elevate creative output.

Key Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in a Visualizer/Graphic Design/Photography role, preferably in the luxury fashion or jewellery industry. 
• Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking, design skills, and luxury branding sensibilities.
• Strong knowledge on various digital platforms
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong aesthetic judgement.
• Ability to handle multiple projects with agility and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and digital design tools.

Equal opportunity statement: 

Walking Tree Ventures Pvt Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits

At Walking Tree, we pride ourselves on our inclusive, collaborative, and innovative culture. We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, inspired, and empowered. We encourage creativity and value the unique perspectives of all team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

We offer a wide range of benefits to support our team, including:

• Opportunity to work with international teams and some of the best talent in the world.
• Continuous learning opportunities.
• Opportunities for internal growth and promotions within the company.
• Employee discount on company products and merchandise.

We are committed to upholding our core values of integrity, respect, and excellence, and we seek to reflect these in every interaction, both internally and externally.