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Robert Half Creative Services Director in Chicago, Illinois
Description
Our client, a dynamic and innovative company based in Chicago, is seeking a talented and visionary Creative Director to lead their creative team and oversee the development of high-quality, impactful designs and campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned creative professional who excels in blending artistic innovation with strategic vision, and who is eager to drive the creative direction across various projects and platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of designers, copywriters, and other creatives, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
Develop and execute creative concepts and campaigns that align with the brand’s vision, goals, and values.
Oversee the design and development of digital and print materials, including websites, advertisements, social media content, and product packaging.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and executive leadership, to ensure all creative deliverables are consistent and impactful.
Manage creative project timelines and resources, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of creative innovation.
Present creative concepts and strategies to senior leadership and clients, clearly articulating ideas and solutions.
Uphold the integrity and quality of the brand’s visual identity across all communication channels.
Requirements
8-10+ years’ experience of leading creative for a large relevant, consumer brand/or in retail/hospitality preferred
Experience leading an in-house creative studio or similar environment.
Demonstrated strong creative background (graphic design, copywriting, production, etc.) including expertise with Adobe Creative Suite such as Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
Demonstrated track record of team management experience including growing, developing and building teams and people.
Experience working cross-functionally and managing workflow effectively.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Experience across mediums (video, photo, interactive, print, etc.) and channels (TV, digital advertising, web, email, mobile, social media, on-property, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure, excel and be at ease with ambiguity and achieve results in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to roll-up sleeves, get into the details and execute work alongside the team.
Demonstrated team player, motivated to build internal excitement and alignment.
Willingness to travel up to 20% to client's locations across the country.
Willingness to work out of corporate office located in Chicago, IL (hybrid)
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