Creative Director provides leadership and direction for all phases of creative development work from concept to completion. Designs and implements policies and standards that reinforce the organization's branding strategy and goals. Being a Creative Director promotes excellence in design thinking and a creative strategy for services, products and programs. Interprets stakeholder requirements to produce effective creative concepts and designs. Additionally, Creative Director recruits and develops a team of designers, copywriters, project managers and vendors. Develops creative briefs and design concepts to meet the business objectives of the organization. Studies current trends and technologies to adopt the most effective tools and techniques across all media. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Creative Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Creative Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
About the Opportunity
Are you ready to spark your passion? Then Sparkloft is ready for you! Our dynamic team in Portland is seeking an Associate Creative Director (ACD) who has a knack for asking the right questions and being part of the solution. We're in search of an individual who not only understands the significance of craftsmanship but has the desire to always be curious.
Our future Associate Creative Director (ACD) is passionate about engaging campaigns that move the needle and drive real results for our clients. You will join our full-service creative team of photographers, videographers, designers, writers, editors, and motion specialists. A thorough understanding of current creative and social trends is a must. Here, your work will spark joy in the connection point between audiences and brands.
The Associate Creative Director (ACD) will drive the vision forward with team members on campaigns to ensure creative quality and on-brand delivery. Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to): translating strategic direction into creative solutions for our clients, delivering engaging and compelling presentations through persuasive storytelling, developing work that is consistent with a brand’s look, feel, voice, and overall guidelines, and helping lead, manage and mentor junior creatives.
Please note that while we work in a hybrid work environment and we currently do not require team members to work from our office this position requires regular interactions with our team members as well as clients. As the majority of them reside in Portland (OR) and Atlanta (GA) we are only considering candidates who are currently living in or near either one of those cities.
About Us
Just as our name states, we spark ideas and ignite a passion for great storytelling. We are a team of connectors, collaborators, and creatives who see the value in both technology trends and the human experience. Our genesis is as a social-first agency, so we are experts at connecting with audiences at eye level in person and on social feeds. As we have evolved over the last 15 years, we have become community builders for brands to tell their story through integrated campaigns. We understand our audiences as wholly realized people with lives, loves, and dreams — not just as segments in need of activating. Our staff is made up of diverse minds, backgrounds, and perspectives to drive positive change for our clients, communities, and team members.
We’ve created groundbreaking work for clients around the world like Travel Oregon, Coca-Cola, Tillamook, Delta Air Lines, Amazon, Intel, Warner Bros. and Adidas.
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