Design Team Manager

Description & Requirements

We are seeking a seasoned Creative Design Manager with technical design skills, a passion for creativity, and the ability to manage a project's creative process from concept to completion while adhering to and promoting brand guidelines. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a design team-ensuring that all projects meet the utmost quality and deadlines-and play a crucial role in maintaining productive, client-centric interactions within our team.

How You Will Contribute

Overseeing and managing the creative process of digital and print projects, from concept to completion

Collaborate on advertising campaigns by concepting, project managing, and creating

Coordinating with internal clients, designers, and other team members to understand requirements and establish design goals

Supervising the design team, providing feedback, and monitoring the quality of the design output

Ensuring that project milestones and deadlines are met with ample efficiency and professionalism, involving proactive planning and scheduling to accommodate unexpected challenges or changes in project scope

Facilitating smooth communication between all stakeholders, promoting transparency and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. Regular updates and discussions are paramount to aligning vision and expectations, thereby ensuring client satisfaction

Utilizing project management tools and software to effectively organize, track, and manage the progress of the project

Continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes and streamline workflows through feedback from team members and clients, as well as personal reflection

Maintain and achieve high-quality creative work, client relations, and team relations and assure that team members achieve the same

Review the work of the team to ensure a quality product is consistently delivered within established deadlines

Manage and mentor the design team to ensure consistent brand style through all project designs and communications

Communicate effectively with firm marketers and other internal clients to understand the objectives of each project and help them achieve their goals through relevant designs

Exhibit a desire for continuous growth and development. Welcome constructive criticism and coaching

Work with outside vendors to produce printed materials, distribute them to internal and external clients, and maintain records of order history

We Are Looking For People With Forward Vision And

Demonstrable experience in leading and mentoring a team within a structured environment, assuring high-quality results

Strong organizational skills, with a proven ability to effectively delegate and monitor complex projects to completion

Excellent communication abilities to align with marketers and internal clients, providing clear and concise design direction that meets project targets

Astute management of project load, with the capacity to identify and allocate necessary resources to achieve objectives efficiently

Inventive problem-solving skills, especially in situations where traditional approaches or guidance may be limited

A passionate commitment to personal and professional growth, coupled with receptiveness to feedback and coaching from peers and leadership teams

Proven track record of working with outside vendors, overseeing production processes, and conducting thorough record-keeping

Exhibit a formal, professional demeanor and have the acumen to manage both people and projects with precision and foresight

Consistently demonstrate high quality in work & relationships

Consistently meet established deadlines, ensuring that work is complete & accurate & adequate time has been provided for the review process

Enthusiastic team player who cultivates a positive work environment

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field

5-9 years of related experience

Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign, Photoshop, & Illustrator

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Knowledgeable in digital & off-set printing processes

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