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GROUP CREATIVE DIRECTOR – ART & DESIGN (Ad Agency)

WE WANT YOU … TO WANT US

This is no Cheap Trick: Plan B is on the hunt for a dynamic, rockstar creative leader with serious art, design, and conceptual chops to help our inclusive, equitable, and sustainability-minded agency soar to even greater heights — and our talented band of creatives wants you … to want us.

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WE WANT YOUR LEADERSHIP. The Group Creative Director (Art & Design) is responsible for the overall supervision of the agency’s creative department and product – both design and copy, but with an emphasis on the quality of the design.

WE WANT YOUR STRATEGIC & CREATIVE VISION. The Group Creative Director (Art & Design) interfaces with the client, account teams, creative department, production department, and management team, and is responsible for taking strategic marketing plans and interpreting them into “big ideas” with a unique point of view.

WE WANT YOUR SAVVY MANAGEMENT SKILLS. The Group Creative Director (Art & Design) advises the Creative Directors regarding which creative team members to assign to which creative assignments. He/she works closely with creative staff to ensure quality results, fostering professional growth while working to bring everyone’s work to the highest standard possible.

WE WANT YOUR EYE FOR DETAIL. The Group Creative Director (Art & Design) ultimately approves all work before presentation to the client, reviewing it with account leaders and taking their requests into consideration. Most of all, the Group Creative Director (Art & Design) recognizes the importance of the creative product with regard to the future success of the agency and is a steward of excellence behind all work the agency produces.

This Group Creative Director (Art & Design) role is primarily an on-site position at our Chicago River North location. Regularly attending work in-person (5 days a week, M-F) is essential for the success of the company, our clients, and the entire Plan B team.

WE WANT YOU … TO APPLY NOW!

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Directs the creative product, striving for excellence from concept to completion of every project.
• Provides insightful, groundbreaking, and/or original creative concepts as required for specific assignments.
• Produces director-level art direction and design for mobile-first digital experiences, including websites, landing pages, emails, e-newsletters, microsites, and digital display ads across client accounts as needed.
• Collaborates with account group to joint estimate projects, assign resources, and define scope/schedule.
• Works closely with account teams to solve marketing problems through smart advertising and best practices.
• Manages Creative department, Creative Directors, Creative Production Services, and Freelance resources.
• Confirms delivery schedules with account teams and oversees assignment of jobs to creative team members.
• Oversees creative solutions produced by team and offers valuable input to elevate quality of creative product.
• Serves as client-facing representative of the agency and effectively “sells” creative at client presentations.
• Responsible for the selection and management of freelance services.
• Assists in screening and interviewing applicants for creative positions, hiring and terminating to ensure creative department is appropriately staffed.
• Actively promotes the agency’s growth and exposure via new business pitches, self-promotional efforts, and RFP response/proposal development.
• Maintains current working knowledge of computer-related skills, software, and programs to ensure entire creative department and staff remain on the leading edge of essential technology and skills.
• Makes recommendations to ensure profitability for the agency.
• Recommends hardware and software purchases to keep department current and efficient.
• Supports agency operations as a senior member of the agency’s management team.

WHY PLAN B?

Plan B is never boring. We’ve managed to maintain a flat organizational structure, an agile development style and the entrepreneurial spirit of a start-up, even after 20 years in business. We work with both Fortune 500 companies and the innovative startups who move culture forward – so the work is rewarding, relevant and dialed into the exciting ambience of our connected world.

As a highly strategic creative boutique, we understand how game-changing, category-killing creative work emerges from powerful insights that are properly driven through complex multi-channel executions.

• Highly-Competitive Salary
• Equity/Profit-Sharing Program
• 401K
• Liberal PTO Program (including summer hours)
• Continuing Education Support Opportunities
• Full Health Benefits
• Limited Matching Contributions to Any Non-profit of Your Choice
• Decent coffee
• Smart, fun, passionate, ass-busting colleagues
• We don’t do weekends (or many late nights)

We also recognize the critical difference today’s companies can (and must) make with regard to corporate responsibility and environmental sustainability. The values of conservation and efficiency have long been core to Plan B’s cultural and operational foundation, and are even more of a priority today in light of how much our world is changing. In partnership, we work best with clients and vendors who share our passion for protecting the planet – companies whose operational and cultural priorities have shifted toward placing less value on GDP, and more value on GDH.

In practice, we are habitually seeking ways to do more with less, to reduce unnecessary waste and emissions, and to eagerly assist clients looking to promote their efforts to be responsible global citizens.

Plan B doesn’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

 DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:

• 10+ years of experience, including 3+ years of creative leadership and team management.
• Expertise with both traditional and digital tactic development and execution.
• Enough “scrappy” experience to never become paralyzed by time or budget realities that might restrict creative process. 
• A generous, collaborative spirit and a seeker of mentoring opportunities.
• A desire to innovate and help the creative team learn and grow on a professional level.
• Comfortable managing a multitude of projects simultaneously.
• A thinker, a day-dreamer, a non-traditional outlier who wants to believe in what they’re doing, who they’re doing it with, and who they’re doing it for.
• A stellar portfolio of cross-channel creative work.
• Expert working knowledge of current design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere Pro, After Effects and WordPress.
• A desire to work onsite at our River North office.

APPLY TODAY

Please send a short cover letter, link to your portfolio and attached resume to [email protected].

Local Chicago candidates only.

IF YOU ROCK, HERE’S HOW WE’LL ROLL …

You made the first cut! Now what?*

1.   First, we’ll email you a few additional qualifying questions (there are no wrong/right answers)

2.   Next, we’ll schedule you for a 30-minute Google Meet video call with some of our team

3.   If we think you’re the jam, we’ll have you take an online personality test (just to make sure you’re weird enough)

4.   And finally, an in-person interview with the Creative Team at the Plan B HQ, 116 W. Illinois St. #3W, Chicago (please be prepared to present a work case study)

Plan B®

Hi there! We are looking for a Senior Art Director for a creative agency client in Boise. Assuming that’s you (after all, you clicked on this job), we’re in need of someone with the following attributes:

• Concept, create and design campaigns for variety of clients in all mediums — particularly film storytelling, traditional and digital advertising, social and web
• Set the visual tone for an effort and carry it through from high-level conceptual platforms to bottom-funnel tactical executions
• Minimum of 4-6 years in agency or related environment
• Impeccable sense of style, layout, typography, and color application
• The ability to rapidly prototype ideas and generate numerous variations on theme

If this is you, we’d like to meet you. If every piece of criteria is a match for you, we want to know how you were genetically engineered to be a Sr. Art Director – just kidding. But seriously, get in touch if this looks like a good fit. We can’t wait to hear from you.

We are Mathys+Potestio / The Creative Party® – a staffing firm for creatives by creatives. Founded by a graphic designer and a copywriter, we have offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Austin, Portland, and Boise. We’re the fastest growing privately-held creative staffing agency in the country (Inc. Magazine, 2020), and one of the Best Places to Work in the U.S. (Outside Magazine, 2020). If you want a recruiter who gets you, we’re your people.

The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $70,000 – $110,000. Actual starting pay is dependent upon experience, education, or other bona fide factors. This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements.

Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Mathys+Potestio / The Creative Party®

Our client is a growing collection agency looking for an experienced Commercial Collection Manager with collection agency experience. Can be hybrid or remote, depending on your location.

This is an excellent growth opportunity providing good work/life balance for a motivated Collection Manager. Competitive base salary plus bonus plan. Medical benefits. Good technology, stable and well capitalized company with solid client list.

Watch this video for more info and to apply or share.

https://video.digi-me.com/executive-allia/jobs/finance/commercial-collections-manager/jv_Executive-Allia_4

Responsibilities of Collection Manager include:

• Coach collectors regarding collections policies and procedures.
• Assist collectors with difficult calls.
• Ensure compliance with FDCPA, TCPA, FCRA and other government regulations and company policies.
• Monitor performance metrics.
• Provide leadership in quality and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in hiring and training.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2-3 years recent experience managing at a collection agency. Must have b2b collections experience.
• Hands-on with ability to mentor new hires and existing collections staff.
• Strong on collection strategy and tactics including mid and large balance portfolios.
• Able to manage portfolios to hit targeted liquidation rates.
• Analytic abilities including working knowledge of Excel.

Executive Alliance

Location: Culver City, CA

Pay Rate: $76 – $86/hour (DOE)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k

We are seeking a Senior Creative Producer who specializes in motion and immersive experience design. Music Content Design is responsible for crafting beautiful and compelling static, animated, and immersive visual creative for Music. Our ideal candidate will have an interdisciplinary sensibility toward graphic, product, narrative, and digital media design along with an outstanding eye for detail and a natural gift for multiteam collaboration. He or she will expand on and build out future content experiences across Music by evolving the way Music listeners experience audiovisual entertainment and media.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate product and content development between design, human interface, engineering, and production teams.
• Communicate and negotiate expectations, dates, and milestones with internal cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Assist Creative Leads with the production of groundbreaking immersive content design.
• Dream, plan, build, launch, and grow the development of immersive media, content types, and product features.
• Initiate, evaluate, and validate creative proposals and determine feasibility of implementation.
• Lead project management through entire development lifecycle, from conceptual development to launch.
• Craft and present creative briefs, timelines, and project plans.
• Coordinate and drive cross-functional reviews, deliver detailed notes, communicate results and next steps back to key stakeholders.
• Review contracts, author change orders, and track budget cost.
• Improve processes and communications in an ever-changing, dynamic working environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Have experience building platforms and product launches with minimal direction working towards predetermined goals.
• Have an innovative vision for Music immersive content, leveraging user experience principles, storytelling, motion, sound, layout, and typography.
• Can work independently leading conversations around 3D/immersive design development and creative production.
• Have experience collaborating with a team of immersive strategists, technical designers, art directors, CG artists, and QA testers.
• Can lead large cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and 3rd parties/vendors.
• Display intuitive problem-solving skills to help with task prioritization, foresee roadblocks, and preconceived solutions.
• 2+ years producing 3D immersive art and content.
• 8+ years of experience as a Senior Producer, Executive Producer, and/or Digital Product Manager in a highly creative-driven design, animation or production studio, brand team, or creative agency.
• Can maintain team morale through enthusiasm, optimism, and authority in the face of challenges.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Master’s degree a plus.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of engine-driven motion environments, immersive motion experiences, motion design, graphic design, CG production, and asset production at scale.
• Portfolio displaying wide range of digital creative production.
• Track record for seeing projects through from conceptualization to launch.
• Experience managing external teams, both local and overseas.
• Comfortable creating keynotes and presenting to large groups.
• Knowledge of motion design software, 2D and 3D.
• Knowledge of creative coding applications a plus.
• Knowledge of projection mapping / AR / VR techniques.
• Knowledge in Unity a plus.
• A deep love for music and the intersection of audio and visual design.

Planet Technology

The Hermitage School District is accepting applications for the following positions:

Professional Positions (Deadline for Applications is 04/28/2023):
Music Teacher Grades 5-12 / Marching Band Director

Please send a letter of interest, resume, PA standard application, transcripts, certificate, and clearances to Dr. Daniel Bell, Superintendent, Hermitage School District, 411 N. Hermitage Rd., Hermitage, PA 16148.
Hermitage School District

Elevation Search Group is hiring a contract Sr Designer / Art Director. The client, a cloud-based software solutions company. The Sr. Designer has a unique understanding of strategy and a talent for creative development and meticulous execution. You will be able to work collaboratively with creative team partners, as well as work independently. Some jobs will require you to collaborate with an external agency to partner with on your ideas and visions, while others will require a hands-on design with internal teams. The Sr. Designer is able to work collaboratively with other creatives and brand leads to arrive at solid concepts and then own those ideas through to completion.

Responsibilities

·      Work closely with the Creative Director and teams on conceptual development, design, and execution across key event briefs.

 ·      Partner with a variety of stakeholders across the company to bring our brand to life in new and engaging ways in both physical and digital event experiences.

·      Create scalable systems and guidelines for Strategic Event ID (Core visual ID, digital, structures, keynote, etc.)

·      Develop creative ideas that meet project KPIs; test and iterate when necessary

·      Work cross-functionally with key event and marketing leads to present creative concepts and solutions against briefs 

·      Ensure the consistency of the brand and the highest quality of design across all projects

·      Keen understanding and passion for learning about and sharing insights on design and industry trends

 ·      Ability to think big while operating at the finest level of detail

·      Must be a self-starter while being comfortable collaborating with teams, freelancers, agencies, and production partners

 Qualifications

·      BA or BFA in Art/Design or other related design disciplines

·      5+ years experience in art direction and design in a creative agency or in-house team; Event / B2B / tech experience is a plus

·      Experience developing projects with creative agencies and internal creative groups; global experience is a plus

·      Experience in marketing and brand work with a rich portfolio including digital, print, interactive, website/mobile design, motion, and video

 ·      Outstanding presentation skills and proven ability to produce and pitch world-class strategic presentations to all levels of an organization, including senior leadership

·      Hands-on expertise in developing design solutions and campaigns across all mediums: advertising, film, websites (desktop/mobile), digital products, corporate ID, social, content marketing and events

·      Expert knowledge of creative process (discovery, positioning, brand direction, socialization, activation)

 ·      Expert knowledge with all digital creative software tools (Creative Cloud, Figma, Miro)

• Strategic thinking with exceptional communication skills, ability to evangelize and build support for creative concepts and ideas across varying stakeholders

Excellent conceptual and problem-solving skills

Elevation Search Group

Job Title: Art Director (Hands-On)

Job Overview: (Long term 40 hour a week contract with potential for full time) Hybrid worksite, Centennial, CO

*Would consider remote candidates with interest in moving to Colorado

We are seeking a talented and experienced Art Director who is hands-on with design work to join our creative team at a fast-paced and dynamic advertising agency. As an Art Director, you will be responsible for leading and executing creative concepts and design solutions for various advertising campaigns, ensuring that they are visually captivating, on-brand, and strategically aligned with client objectives. This role requires strong design skills, conceptual thinking, leadership ability, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the creative design process from concept to completion, ensuring that all deliverables are visually impactful, engaging, and meet client objectives.
• Develop and execute creative concepts for various advertising campaigns, including print ads, digital banners, social media content, and other marketing materials.
• Collaborate with the creative team, including copywriters, designers, and other stakeholders, to brainstorm and develop innovative ideas that align with client briefs and brand guidelines.
• Provide hands-on design expertise and create original and visually stunning artwork, layouts, and designs that effectively communicate the intended message and meet the needs of the target audience.
• Oversee and mentor junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to ensure their professional growth and the quality of their work.
• Collaborate with account managers and clients to understand their needs, goals, and feedback, and incorporate them into the creative process.
• Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure the agency remains at the forefront of creative excellence.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as an Art Director or Senior Designer in an advertising agency or similar environment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects, demonstrating expertise in conceptualization, design, and execution.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design tools.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout design.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively present and articulate creative concepts and ideas to clients and team members.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.

We are looking for a creative thinker who is passionate about design, detail-oriented, and has a keen eye for aesthetics. If you are a hands-on Art Director who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to creating compelling visual experiences for clients, we would love to hear from you!

Robert Half

Actors, Dancers, Musical Theatre Specialist – We’re looking for you!

Children’s Performer for Daycare centers. FULL TRAINING PROVIDED

Music, movement and life skills… Little X is about supporting the heart, body and mind of children. We’re launching in LA and we’re looking for a couple of people interested in helping to build our movement, mindfulness and magic program.

We’ve seen over 2 million children in Canada and now it’s time we take Cali by storm.

If you have:

– Experience entertaining children

– Dance, singing, acting, theatre background (one is fine)

– License and car

– Available THIS Sunday for an AM Audition and PM rehearsal then full day Monday and most of the week next week (a little flexibility but Sunday/Monday a must)

This is a high energy, super fun, impactful program – AND we’re looking for people to contribute to content.

Think Zumba meets the Wiggles

Apply now

$20-$35 per hour. Ongoing weekly shifts of 1-3 hrs.

X Movement

About OX

The Office of Experience (OX) is a full-service digital agency helping companies excel at every moment of interface they have with their customers. OX’s human-centered philosophy and multidisciplinary approach integrate strategy, design and technology to help organizations reinvent their business and rapidly bring new experiences, products and messages to market. In an era of unprecedented disruption, OX is built to transform.

Position Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Group Creative Director with a strong focus on digital innovation to lead our creative team in developing cutting-edge digital campaigns, strategies, and products. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of digital media, technology, and emerging trends, and a proven track record of creating innovative and engaging campaigns that deliver measurable results.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead the creative team in developing digital strategies, campaigns, and products that drive engagement, brand awareness, and customer acquisition.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, product, and technology to align creative and business objectives.
• Manage and mentor a team of creative professionals, providing guidance and feedback to ensure high-quality work that meets project objectives.
• Lead brainstorming sessions and creative workshops to generate innovative ideas and concepts that push the boundaries of digital media and technology.
• Work closely with clients to understand their needs, goals, and target audiences, and to develop creative solutions that meet their specific requirements.
• Oversee the creation and execution of creative assets including videos, animations, graphics, websites, social media campaigns, and more.
• Stay up-to-date with digital media trends and emerging technologies, and bring new ideas and best practices to the team.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and allocating resources to ensure timely delivery of high-quality work.
• Participate in new business development, contributing to proposals and pitches with innovative and creative ideas.

Required Experience

• 12+ years of experience in design, digital marketing or a related field, with a strong emphasis on digital innovation.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, design, or a related field;
• Proven track record of creating successful creative solutions—digital campaigns, strategies, design systems and products that drive engagement and deliver measurable results.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team of creative professionals.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate ideas and concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including product, technology, and marketing teams.
• Expert knowledge of digital media, including social media, mobile, video, and web-based platforms.
• Familiarity with emerging digital technologies, such as AR/VR, AI and machine learning.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on time and on budget.
• Passion for digital innovation and creativity, with a drive to push boundaries and explore new ideas.

Location

Chicago / Hybrid

OX DE&I Statement

Know Better. Do Better. Be Better.

At The Office of Experience, we design experiences for people. All people. To ensure we deliver on that promise, we must widen the aperture of truth. That means having a diversity of voices at the table as we set out to create the most relevant and meaningful experiences possible. We are committed to hiring a diverse set of people, minds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to creating an equitable environment to ensure all our people have the support and opportunity they need to succeed. And we are committed to fostering an inclusive organization built on a foundation of trust as we create a culture that is fearless, collaborative, and embraces life.

The Office of Experience

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City is looking for a Donor Stewardship Manager. This position reports to our Chief Development Officer, is full-time, salaried, with flexible hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Pay Range: $50,000 – $72,610 depending on experience

What we do:

At Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City, we keep families with sick children close to each other and the care and resources they need. At our three Houses adjacent to Children’s Mercy Hospital and our Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, we create places of respite where families can rally around and support one another. While we are near Children’s Mercy downtown, we serve all pediatric hospitals in Kansas City.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary: This position implements a comprehensive, customized donor relations program in support of the Development Plan. Working with the Chief Development Officer, this position will determine the best strategies for effective stewardship of donors. 

Essential Functions:

• Oversee the integrity and accuracy of the donor database. This includes entering financial and donor data, diagnostic queries, preparation of reports, and timely acknowledgment to donors.
• Upkeep of donor management software sufficient to be able to produce gift reports, donor rosters, acknowledgements, donor pledge commitments and reports as well as donor recognition reports.
• Establish routine database clean ups (duplicate profiles, inactive constituents, demographics, e-mails, phone numbers, NCOA updates, etc.).
• Partner with major gift officers to develop and maintain moves management process and officers’ portfolios.
• Analyze income trends and patterns and works closely with other fund-raising team members to develop strategies to research, engage, and steward new potential supporters.
• Prepare mailing lists and reports for marketing appeals.
• Supervise workload of part-time data entry volunteers and/or staff. (Currently one part-time employee and one temp employee)
• Event Support: set-up events through OneCause, prepare and manage mailing lists, act as lead staff for all registration of major events, manage financial and analytical event reports, gift processing support of some third party events, and assist event leads with reporting needs.
• Manage the structure, formatting, and messaging of central gift acknowledgments and donor pledge tracking and reminders.
• Evaluate and recommend computer needs to accommodate effective management and utilization of database records.
• Participate in the development of policies, procedures and management systems essential for an impactful donor relations program.
• Attend all fundraising events as required

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or seven plus years of experience in lieu of education.
• MUST HAVE 5+ years experience managing a CRM Database and analyzing donor data. 
• 3 years minimum, Donor Acknowledgement and Stewardship experience in non-profit setting

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Strong communication skills.
• Proven analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other standard office equipment. 3+ years work experience with Raiser’s Edge, Virtuous or equivalent CRM database.
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to prioritize, meet dead-lines, think and act proactively, and maintain progress on long-term objectives.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks successfully.
• Experience working with volunteers and donors.
• Ability to work autonomously or in a direct team effort.

If interested, please email resume to Monique Todd at [email protected]

RMHC-KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks diversity in candidates for employment.

EEO Employer W/M/Vet/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City