General information

Name
IFS - Marketing & Business Development - Creative Design Team Manager
Posting Title
Design Team Manager
Ref #
2232259
Date Published
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
City
Charlotte
State
North Carolina
Country
United States
Job Category
Marketing & Business Development
Office
MBD Marketing
Advertised Location
US-GA-Atlanta, US-NC-Charlotte, US-NC-Charlotte, US-TN-Nashville, US-TX-Dallas
Working time
Full Time

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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