Digital Creative Director

Company: George Bernard
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

---Collaborate with strategy, development, and project management team to define project requirements and scoping needs ---Translate client and project objectives into strategic creative concepts ---Concept and create designs, as well as participate in all aspects of design execution as needed ---Projects include web design (concepts to production), UI Design, visual brand identity, UX/UI design systems, infographics, videos, animations, print, visual guidelines, and campaigns ---Conduct check-ins and keep track of day-to-day design team progress ---Help Project Managers and Resource Managers with design team availability and resourcing ---Champion clarity between the design and production team ---Lead brainstorms and generate ideas that have a thoughtful approach and actionable results ---Provide visually creative solutions for projects to agency Creative Director and Project Leads ---Act as a vital link between the client and the design team ---Cultivate an inspirational and motivating culture within the design team ---Be responsible for the development of the design team, including conducting reviews, goal setting, and mentorship ---Help improve standards and processes for design delivery ---Manage the relationships with and creative direct outsourced partners and vendors such as illustrators, photographers, and videographers Client Facing ---Responsible for the quality of design work and work presentation leaving the agency across the board ---Participate and provide support in the presentation of design work with clients and key stakeholders ---Articulate and defend the value of your designs in design critiques and client presentations ---Establish healthy and productive relationships with client stakeholders to facilitate feedback and communications ---Serve as the main point of contact on escalations for design-related questions and issues on your projects ---Be a part of the pitch team for new business ---Presentable, inspiring, and professional communication ---Active listening and understanding of client needs Requirements---BA/BS degree ---6+ years in web, digital design, or creative environment, and 3+ years in a creative team leadership role (digital agency experience preferred) ---Recognized expertise in interactive, digital, visual identity, and collateral design ---Strong working knowledge of design fundamentals-interaction design, user-centered experience design, responsive design, brand development, digital marketing, and the creative process-as well as new platforms and technologies ---Ability to design concepts as well as supervise design staff on multiple projects. ---Strong ability to provide clear creative direction, and direct team members in meeting client and project objectives ---Ability to work with multidisciplinary departments to ensure success ---Excellent presentation skills and communication abilities at all levels of both internal and client organizations ---Excellent relationship management skills and proven leadership skills ---Knowledge of the digital design ecosystem/landscape and understanding of industry trends and best practices ---Strong ability to prioritize work and resources across engagements based on short- and long- term need ---Expert experience with all creativity, design, and prototyping products, including XD, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, InVision ---Serve as point of escalation for all design-related activities ---Strict attention to detail ---Ability to prioritize and focus on multiple tasks in high-pressure situations ---Strong oral and written communication ---Outstanding computer skills

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