Responsibilities

• Lead brand vision and Creative Services culture, defining direction and driving innovation.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure creative strategies align with business objectives.
• Build and manage client relationships as the primary contact for creative services.
• Translate client objectives into creative strategies that drive results.
• Develop and execute creative strategies across all platforms and media types.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technology to enhance offerings.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of creative professionals and support their growth.
• Manage the department’s workflow to meet deadlines and allocate resources effectively.
• Ensure all deliverables meet high quality standards, consistency, and brand guidelines.
• Oversee the review process to ensure accuracy and excellence in all materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Design, or related field; MBA or advanced degree a plus.
• Proven track record of at least 12 years in a leadership role within a creative agency or marketing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in retail, digital advertising, or media services is highly desirable.
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate client goals into creative solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of design principles, copywriting, multimedia production, and emerging technologies.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software and tools.
• Strong project management skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Innovative mindset with a passion for staying current with industry trends.

Preferred

Benefits

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