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SummaryCreative DirectorAt our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!We are seeking a highly talentedCreative Director performs all tasks related to graphic design in support of Integrated Marketing Services efforts. Responsible for directing the creative vision for the business and strategic planning, partnering with account leaders in strategic thinking to define project assignments, and develop and execute creative solutions. Manage creative standards both art and copy while leading the creative team.Bring your skills and build your career with IN Connected Marketing Services, the marketing division of the Company, where our focus is on influencing buyer behavior and driving sales through shopper marketing, experiential marketing, in-store event services and more. We form close relationships with leading brands and retailers that matter most. Apply today!What we offer:
Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
401(k) with company match
Training and Career Development
Generous Paid Time-Off
Responsibilities:
Establish, manage, and maintain the creative direction and goals for specific projects ensuring they fit the Client, brand, and business objectives.
Oversee assigned projects and new business opportunities ensuring they are the best demonstration of the agency’s capabilities.
Manage fiscal job budgets and utilization of all team members to prepare reports as needed.
Develop the team’s knowledge and understanding of the Client’s business, marketing needs, and situations.
Develop and assess individual team member’s technical skills, professional techniques, training needs, and professional growth while completing assigned projects by the deadline.
Assign projects to achieve achievable workload balance, effective challenges for each team member’s skill level, and career development.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree inAdvertising, Graphic Design, Communications, Journalismor equivalent job-related experience is preferred
8+ years of experience in the industry with at least 4 years in the arena of sales promotions and 4 years consumer products, media, or agency experience
3+ years of management experience
Experience managing copywriters or directing art/design (advertising, promotion, and interactive media)
Proficient in working with creative professionals such as copywriters, vendors, freelancers as well as account counterparts
Ability to effectively utilize MAC computers and current fluency in relevant computer programs such as: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Acrobat, and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Entourage)
Job Will Remain Open Until FilledResponsibilitiesThe Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Position SummaryThe Creative Director performs all tasks related to graphic design in support of Integrated Marketing Services efforts. Responsible for directing the creative vision for the business and strategic planning, partnering with account leaders in strategic thinking to define project assignments, and develop and execute creative solutions. Manage creative standards both art and copy while leading the creative team.Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesBusiness Management
Establish, manage, and maintain the creative direction and goals for specific projects ensuring they fit the Client, brand, and business objectives
Oversee assigned projects and new business opportunities ensuring they are the best demonstration of the agency’s capabilities
Responsible for meeting project deadlines
Manage fiscal job budgets and utilization of all team members to prepare reports as needed
Team Leadership
Develop team’s knowledge and understanding of the Client’s business, marketing needs, and situations
Develop and assess individual team member’s technical skills, professional techniques, training needs, and professional growth while completing assigned projects by the deadline
Assign projects to achieve achievable workload balance, effective challenges for each team member’s skill level, and career development
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect ReportsHires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resourcesIndirect ReportsMay delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reportsTravel and/or Driving RequirementsTravel is an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is not an essential duty or function of this job.Travel up to 10%Minimum QualificationsEducation Level: (Required) High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience(Preferred) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experienceField of Study/Area of Experience:Advertising, Graphic Design, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent job-related experience in related field/industry8+ years of experience in industry with at least 4 years in the arena of sales promotions and 4 years consumer products, media, or agency experience3+ years of management experienceExperience managing copywriters or directing art/design (advertising, promotion, and interactive media)Proficient at working with creative professionals such as copywriters, vendors, freelancers as well as account counterpartsSkills, Knowledge and Abilities
Team building Skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines
Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle a fast-paced work environment
Ability to complete multiple duties with accuracy shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadline
Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills
Ability to make oral presentations
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to efficiently utilize MAC computers and current fluency in relevant computer programs such as: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Acrobat, and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Entourage)
Environmental & Physical RequirementsOffice / Sedentary RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Important InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Job Locations US-IL-ChicagoPrimary Posting Location : City ChicagoPrimary Posting Location : State/Province ILPrimary Posting Location : Postal Code 60601Primary Posting Location : Country USRequisition ID 2024-433317Position Type Full TimeCategory Creative & Product ServicesMinimum USD $111,700.00/Yr.Maximum USD $145,200.00/Yr.
