Purpose of Role:
Develop a creative vision for the visual elements of projects and guiding a team of designers to deliver high quality creative output. Collaborating with internal stakeholders, initiates, develops and coordinates effective design solutions for all client materials at a senior level. Adds value to our business and our clients delivering graphic materials based on designs. Manage end-to-end creative initiative, guiding the creative/design team in the conception, design and execution of visual materials.
Key Responsibilities:
CREATIVE, DESIGN & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
• Takes and leads in the development of creative briefs from concept to completion
• Mentors and nurture junior designers, developing the skills and talents of the creative team members and fosters a collaborative and innovative team environment
• Owns and execute growth and high-priority projects, ensuring they align with the client’s vision and objectives
• Prepares preliminary designs/sketches for concept/proposal and recommends modifications as appropriate
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective delivery in accordance with Best Practice procedures
• Maintain rigorous quality control standards, reviewing and approving all design/creative work to ensure it meets client brand’s guidelines and project requirements
• Develop and maintain strong client engagements, including regular client meetings and updates on projects
• Logs all assigned tasks in the job tracking software
• Keep Account Manager appraised and updated on project status as needed
• Identify opportunities for improved efficiencies or additional services for the client
• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate innovative design techniques, including hardware and software advancement
LEADERSHIP, TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
• Lead client and staff meetings as appropriate
• Manage staff, using ‘lead-by-example’ approach and assist with any role when necessary to ensure client service expectations are met
• Foster a positive, cohesive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment between staff members of both intra- and inter-office departments
• Participates in staff periodic performance evaluation and development plans
• Maintain site employee capability matrix
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Maintain confidentiality and exhibit professional decorum at all times
• Adhere/promotes company’s policies, programs and initiatives
• All other duties assigned
Key Requirements:
• Degree in Art, Design, Advertising or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with extensive work in Graphic Design, Visual Communications or Electronic Layout
• Experience and understanding of working in house on a corporate brand
Advanced experience with of Adobe CS and Adobe Acrobat in addition to a general understanding of hardware. Software focus may change depending on site/customer
