Creative Manager jobs in Santa Ana, CA

Creative Manager is responsible for managing all phases of creative development work from concept to completion. Oversees the creation of art, photo, copy, and layout for creative projects. Being a Creative Manager implements policies and standards that reinforce the organization's branding strategy and quality goals. Manages and develops a team of designers, copywriters, project managers and vendors. Additionally, Creative Manager leads the development of creative briefs and utilizes design methodologies that meet the business objectives and timelines of the organization and stakeholders. Evaluates and adopts the most effective tools and techniques across all media. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Creative Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Creative Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Creative Director
  • Bear Down Associates LLC
  • Santa Ana, CA FULL_TIME
  • Bear Down Brands is a network of consumer brands that each focus on premium home, health and personal care products. It is our mission to create elevated wellness essentials that enhance the way you care for yourself and the world around you.
    Bear Down Brands’ in-house brands include Pure Enrichment, Bentgo, Verilux, Brusheez, and EasyLunchboxes. Our trusted, high-quality products enhance the lives of tens of millions of people worldwide.
    Since inception, our business has continually seen significant year-over-year growth due to our sought-after products, best-in-class marketing, and most importantly, the purpose-driven hustle of our talented team. As a true omnichannel company we are a top 100 seller on Amazon, operate five direct-to-consumer websites, are a preferred partner of our third-party online retailers, and have brick-and-mortar retail presence with the largest retailers in the nation.
    We are looking for a passionate Creative Director to join our marketing team. Our marketing team, consisting of approximately 20 professionals, handles almost all our marketing activities in-house. Our team and workflow are fast-paced and dynamic. We support 4 brands across many product categories, sales channels, and seasons. We launch 50 new products annually and we refresh digital and/or print content for 100 best sellers each year. We’re proud to manage our photo and video shoots internally, as a part of our efforts to continually grow sales and elevate our brands.
    We’re a hard-working, fun-loving, down-to-earth team, and we love our open and collaborative culture. We support our team with a collaborative and flexible environment, while continuing to embody the entrepreneurial spirit that got us to where we are today. When working for Bear Down Brands, you can expect:
    • Competitive pay with an annual bonus potential
    • Medical, dental and vision
    • 401k with company matching
    • Paid Time Off: Vacation (3 weeks), Sick and Holidays
    • Paid Volunteer Time Off: 2 days annually
    • Half-day Summer Fridays from Memorial to Labor Day
    • Regular company events/initiatives
    • Annual performance & compensation review
    • Growth and development – We are big on supporting employees who want to grow their career and love to see our team grow beyond their role
    • Talented coworkers in a diverse, energetic, and collaborative office culture

    Core Responsibilities:


    • Lead creative strategy and execution for all marketing functions: digital marketing (Amazon and website product listings, landing pages, ads, email marketing, social media content), packaging, retail merchandisers and sales presentations.
    • Provide brand leadership for all brands (Bentgo, Pure Enrichment, Verilux and Brusheez) across sub-brands, categories, and channels (e-commerce and retail).
    • Includes style guide creation, maintenance, and consistent application.
    • Continually strive to elevate our brands and content. Lead efforts to keep the team abreast of design trends and emerging capabilities/technologies.
    • Manage design team, which is currently 5 full-time direct reports external freelancers. Provide art direction and mentorship and manage personnel.
    • Project manage deadlines and priorities for all creative needs. Includes prioritizing with VP of Marketing; creating and reviewing projects in Asana and Google Sheets; and proactively communicating throughout the company as needed.
    • Lead internal marketing team to plan and execute photoshoots. Hire and provide art direction to photographers. Manage the photoshoot budget.
    • Provide art direction for internally created videos and at video shoots.
    • Collaborate and lead marketing initiatives together with the Marketing Leadership Team (VP of Marketing, Dir of Digital Marketing, Dir of DTC E-Commerce, and Dir of Customer

    Skills and Minimum Qualifications:

    • 7 years of experience as a Creative Director or Art Director.
    • Experience leading a design team of multiple direct reports.
    • Experience leading brand and creative initiatives for branded CPG products sold in an omni-channel environment (digital/e-commerce and packaging/merchandisers/retail).
    • Strong experience strategically leading brand and creative across marketing functions, achieving both company/performance/profitability goals as well as elevating branding and content.
    • Exceptional project management skills are needed for our fast-paced environment, including a focus on meeting deadlines, strategic prioritization, and problem solving.
    • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design preferred.
    • Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.
    • Experience in Asana, Slack and Google Docs preferred.
    • Thrives in a collaborative, highly communicative culture.
    • Passionate about design, branding, and creative storytelling.

    Salary Range:

    $120,000 - $135,000 DOE

    Actual base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and relevant job & industry experience.

    Location

    Hybrid position based in Santa Ana, CA office one day per week (currently Tuesdays, but subject to change) on location for photo and video shoots.

    This position is a full-time salary position with benefits eligibility and reports to the Vice President of Marketing.

    Bear Down Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
  • 20 Days Ago

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Creative Lead
  • CALVARY CHAPEL OF COSTA MESA
  • Santa Ana, CA OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa - Santa Ana, CA Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $27.50 - $30.00 Hourly DescriptionAre you a passionate and creative graphic designer looking ...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Creative Strategist
  • eJam
  • Santa Ana, CA FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a Creative Strategist Team Lead with a proven track record in producing high-converting videos for paid social media and managing a creative team. This pivotal role involves leading vid...
  • 1 Month Ago

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GRAPHIC & WEB DESIGNER
  • Tethos Creative
  • Santa Ana, CA FULL_TIME
  • Looking for a place to be creative, to grow, to be challenged, and to work with top-notch talent in an informal, fun environment? If you're self-motivated, uber-talented, with an entrepreneurial spiri...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Creative Engagement Project Coordinator
  • HNTB
  • Santa Ana, CA FULL_TIME
  • What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for so...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Dental Treatment Coordinator
  • Creative Dental Partners
  • Tustin, CA FULL_TIME
  • **Potential sign on bonus offered if hired** **Potential Bonus Offered: $800 - $2,000** We are a busy and growing dental practice looking for an experienced Dental Treatment coordinator to join our te...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Brand Program Manager
  • Plasticolor Inc.
  • Orange County, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Daily Internal contact for all needs relating to brand management. Management of the dai...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Structures Project Manager II
  • Panasonic Corporation of North America
  • Irvine, CA
  • Who we are: Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the indust...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Keyholder
  • St. John Knits
  • ABOUT ST. JOHN St. John is an American luxury house. A tireless passion for knitwear innovation since the brand’s incept...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Jr. Project Manager
  • Super Color Digital, LLC
  • Irvine, CA
  • Description About Us: Super Color Digital has been successfully developing graphic solutions for over a quarter century....
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Managing Director of Operations and Strategic Initiatives
  • Chapman University
  • Orange, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Dodge College is the #4-ranked film school in the country, with 1,600 students from acro...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Creative Agency Seeking Marketing Manager/Coordinator
  • Hollywood Branding Agency
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Position: Marketing Coordinator/Manager Location: Remote (Headquartered in Hollywood) St...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Project Manager - High Rise focus
  • AO
  • Orange, CA
  • Job Details Level Senior Job Location Corporate Headquarters - Orange, CA Salary Range $48.00 - $76.92 Hourly Descriptio...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Commercial Restaurant Project Manager
  • KDC Construction
  • Orange, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The Project Manager manages construction projects closely with the Project Team. The Pro...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Santa Ana /ˌsæntə ˈænə/ (Spanish for "Saint Anne") is the county seat and second most populous city in Orange County, California in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. The United States Census Bureau estimated its 2011 population at 329,427, making Santa Ana the 57th most-populous city in the United States. Santa Ana is in Southern California, adjacent to the Santa Ana River, about 10 miles (16 km) from the coast. Founded in 1869, the city is part of the Greater Los Angeles Area, the second largest metropolitan area in the United States, with almost 18 million residents in 2010. Santa Ana is a ...
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Income Estimation for Creative Manager jobs
$128,760 to $174,024
Santa Ana, California area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

Creative Manager in Evansville, IN
This role will work seamlessly with Digital Creative, UX, Digital, Ecomm, Social Media/Content, Integrated Marketing, CRM/Loyalty as we continue to grow, evolve, and innovate our digital footprint.
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Creative Manager in Melbourne, FL
You will partner with content managers to build world class content and visuals to support key communications initiatives.
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Creative Manager in Cincinnati, OH
The Manager, Digital Creative (UI) is responsible for defining the design guidelines, look & feel direction and usability requirements while incorporating our brand vision and design concepts/art direction (from Director, Digital Creative) into every digital touchpoint.
January 11, 2020