Associate Creative Director (Fulltime)

Our client is looking to bring on a REMOTE Associate Creative Director, with the ability work PST hours, starting immediately. This person will be working on a grocery retail brand and must have experience with Email campaigns and Retail brands.

Overview:

The Associate Creative Director will lead the digital creative team, which is responsible for conceptualization, design and execution of creative projects for a dedicated client. This role will provide strategic and critical thought leadership and excel in incorporating a connected consumer experience across multiple channels. This person must have experience in creative direction & execution including marketing strategy, design, typography and UI/UX design. This personmust have the ability to work creatively in a fast-paced environment. The Associate Creative Director will steer conceptual designs from inception through delivery within the framework of strong brand guidelines that deliver on marketing and client objectives. This individual is adept at driving/growing relationships with key clientele, across all levels of the organization. The Associate Creative Director also leads, motivates and contributes alongside teams of art directors, designers, copywriters, and data analysts.

Responsibilities:

• Guides all digital design projects and is responsible for the overall quality of work produced by the creative team. Executes and delivers creative work based on outlined priorities to meet objectives. Oversees the production of client needs and collaborates with the Executive Creative Directors on a regular basis.• Works on high-profile/high-priority client projects including daily deliverables and special projects varying in scope. Follows projects throughout all stages of creative execution through deployment.• Understands and speaks to business objectives. Translates business objectives into clear creative strategies. Clearly communicates their creative vision to clients and to give direction to the internal team.• Adept at creating compelling presentations including the visuals/messaging to help tell a story. Ability to lead client discovery sessions, present and communicate how the concept meets objectives and expectations.• Expert understanding of the client brand, design needs and technological parameters.• Manages and mentors a team of designers, copywriters, and front-end developers. Leads by example and cultivates an atmosphere that motivates and drives the team to be successful.• Reviews work and provides effective, actionable feedback to the creative team in a timely manner. Ensures visual communication and brand standards are met. Leads brainstorming sessions as needed.• Takes ownership, leads initiatives, and successfully executes through all stages of creative development while managing expectations and workload to meet target deadlines.• Promotes collaboration, support, and inclusion to create a positive work environment. Identifies opportunities for creative talent recruitment and development.• Effectively communicates cross-functionally with client stakeholders, internal partners and senior leadership to meet business objectives.• Continuous evaluation of trends, data assessment, and creative techniques to keep the project's brand vision active and evolving.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and/or10+ years of art/creative director experience at an agency. Proven experience as an Associate Creative Director or in a similar creative leadership role.• Possesses a strong current portfolio of imaginative and compelling digital work. Emphasis in email campaigns, omni-channel marketing and creative strategy.• Well versed industry-standard creative applications: Figma, XD, Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office applications with a deep understanding of UI/UX design.• Knowledge around marketing ops and data analysis. Experience in Salesforce is a plus.• Meticulous attention to detail and makes recommendations to refine processes as needed. Strong project management, organizational and time-management skills. Meets commitments and demonstrates excellent follow-through.• Excellent presentation and storytelling skills to both internal teams and external clients. Strong written and verbal communication abilities that include initiating and creating supporting materials from inception to fruition.• Exhibits professionalism, adaptability and composure under stressful situations.• Strategic and critical thinker with keen problem-solving skills. Self-motivated individual with a positive, proactive attitude.• Responsive leadership style with the ability to manage conflict resolution and diverse personalities. Maintain a strong relationship with the internal team and clients as at the leadership level.• Experienced creative generalist with a deep understanding of digital design and a strong command over typography, color, layout, branding, and design systems. Passionate about technology, innovation, and understanding what makes creative highly effective.• Skills/tools needed for success:UX/UI, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite,Figma, Salesforce

If you are interested in and qualified for this role, please forward your portfolio and resume today!