Manager, Print Creative (Art Director)

Bethesda, MD (On-site)

$102K/yr – $171K/yrManagerFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive print creative leadership and team management to deliver on-brand, high-impact designs that boost awareness and sales.

  • Must-have: 7+ years design experience with a strong focus on print, typography, and layout
  • Standout: Direct team leadership and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment
  • Standout: End-to-end print workflow ownership with project management

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • Develop effective and compelling creative that is on brand and drives brand awareness and sales..
  • Manage the print creative workflow, overseeing project timelines, reviews, and approvals while maintaining efficiency and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret creative briefs and develop compelling print designs that communicate promotional and thematic goals.
  • Directly manage and mentor designers, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.
  • Ensure brand consistency across all print creative, upholding design integrity, typography, and layout best practices.
  • Drive continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to refine creative processes and enhance execution.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field preferred or equivalent years of experience
  • 5-8 years experience in Art Direction, including leading and managing designers in a creative environment preferred
  • 7+ years design experience, with a strong focus on print, typography, and layout in an internal or agency setting preferred
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire a creative team, fostering innovation and excellence in design
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, with a focus on InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
  • Strong conceptual thinking and storytelling abilities, with a keen eye for design details and brand aesthetics
  • Exceptional project and time management skills, balancing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills, working cross-functionally with marketing, merchandising, and production teams
  • Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, making thoughtful decisions under pressure while maintaining high creative standards
Preferred
    Benefits
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Generous store discounts
    • Health care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
    • 401(k), HSA, FSA, Pre-tax commuter benefits
    • Disability & life insurance coverage
    • Paid parental leave
    • Pet insurance
    • Critical illness and accident insurance
    • Discounted home and auto insurance
    • College tuition assistance
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    Total Wine & More

    Total Wine & More is America‘s Wine Superstore®—the country‘s largest independent retailer of fine wine. Founded in 1991 when brothers David and Robert Trone opened our first wine store in Delaware. Today, we operate in 280+ stores across 30 states and the District of Columbia, and continue to grow!Our typical store carries more than 8,000 world-class wines from every wine-producing region in the world. In addition, Total Wine & More carries more than 2,500 beers, from America‘s most popular beers to hard-to-find microbrews and imports, and more than 3,000 different spirits from every price range and category. Total Wine & More is committed to having the lowest prices on wine, beer, and spirits every day. Our strength is our people. We are always looking for motivated, talented people who are interested in working for a company with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for providing best-in-class service. Our retail stores and corporate office (called the Store Support Center) provide opportunities for career growth and advancement. We strive to ensure that all Team Members feel that they are a part of the business, as they are valuable resources to our guests, co-workers and communities.Whether you are new to the world of wine or a great wine enthusiast, we are dedicated to bringing you the Total Wine Experience!

    Founded in 1991
    Bethesda, Maryland, USA
    5.5K employees (739 in marketing)

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