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AJC’s Marketing and Communications Department seeks an experienced Art Director to boost the agency’s brand awareness, content marketing strategy, and overall appeal in a competitive marketplace while simultaneously overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Graphics Team.

In addition, the Art Director sets the agency’s visual strategy and translates complex ideas, often in the form of text, into simple, easy to comprehend images that can be used across a range of platforms. The Art Director project manages large initiatives and leads the Graphics Team in supporting the agency’s 24 regional offices and 14 overseas posts in all their design needs by prioritizing, coordinating, and fulfilling their requests. The Art Director must be detail-oriented and adept at managing a team that handles multiple projects simultaneously.

The specific responsibilities outlined below are not exhaustive. The position will play a key leadership and strategic planning role.

The Art Director does all this while adhering to AJC’s core values: Respect, Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Accountability.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize and direct the visual strategy that increases AJC’s brand awareness in a crowded marketplace and builds support for the agency’s mission and advocacy objectives.
• Generate and oversee all agency design projects, including, but not limited to, promotional brochures, event collateral, direct mail fundraising packages, the AJC.org website, AJC’s social media platforms, email templates, and environmental graphics.
• Lead a talented Graphics Team in their efforts to create engaging, relevant, and inspiring visual designs.
• Manage and mentor AJC’s in-house Graphics Team, including overseeing an annual goal-setting process, along with identifying professional development opportunities, for all team members, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the team.
• Maintain and manage a roster of freelance designers, illustrators, photographers, and external printshops.
• Review, adjust, and implement best practices for AJC’s in-house Graphics Team and print shop, and ensure AJC is utilizing state-of-the-art technology and techniques.
• Collaborate with key Marketing and Communications stakeholders, especially the Senior Director of Brand Marketing, to plan for major marketing initiatives, like the annual end-of-year fundraising campaign.
• Play a key role in setting AJC brand guidelines and ensuring they are adhered to across the agency for all print, digital, and environmental designs.
• Partner with the video specialist to provide creative oversight to all externally-produced video projects.
• Create and maintain a consistent brand look across AJC offices representing AJC’s global and regional prominence.
• Maintain a deep knowledge of compelling visuals relevant to AJC’s priority issue areas and audiences.
• Generate and oversee the vision for AJC Global Forum collateral and environmental graphics.
• Serve as a consultant and stakeholder to the Department’s efforts to maintain AJC’s digital asset management system and ensure AJC has secured the proper licenses/rights for images and that they are easily accessible across the agency.
• Oversee designs requested by internal clients and train all staff on how to interface with the Graphics Team.
• Routinely seek out insights from end-users to develop design and graphic request operations best practices.
• Identify, negotiate contracts for, manage, and evaluate outside design, photography, and printing vendors, ensuring that contracted projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the design trends of the Jewish communal organization sector, social media advocacy, and digital advocacy.
• Prepare and monitor annual graphics budget in consultation with AJC’s accounting department and the Managing Director of Marketing and Communications.
• Research and recommend efficient and justifiable purchases for the graphics team and print shop.
• Support AJC regional and overseas offices and national departments with design and branding requests.
• Present final layouts for approval, explaining the creative with clear rationale.
• Review and approve proofs of printed artwork and copy.

Qualifications:

• A strong portfolio demonstrating a passion for design and a mastery of visual communication.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Graphic Design, Digital Media Design, or related subject.
• Familiarity with the Jewish community, preferably with the Jewish communal organization sector, and/or key AJC priority issues areas, like Israel and antisemitism.
• 12+ years of graphic design experience, preferably in an agency or non-profit setting.
• 8+ years of supervisory experience.
• High-level ability to lead a team, problem-solve, multitask, manage up, and prioritize responsibilities.
• Expert understanding of Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Overall understanding of web production and digital design elements.
• Familiarity with video production.
• Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to think and respond quickly, maintaining attention to detail on multiple projects simultaneously and create/design on short notice.
• Track record of demonstrating sound judgment by making appropriate decisions and knowing when to take initiative.
• Flexible work style with the ability to work outside of normal business hours (often on short notice).

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, vision, and dental plans
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 15 vacation days per year, that increases with continued employment
• Paid Holidays (many Federal and major Jewish Holidays)
• Hybrid work schedule
• 403(b) participation, after one year of employment
• Transit plan

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $130,000, depending on level of relevant experience and location.

AJC requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID 19, unless one has a legally recognized reason for exemption.

AJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

American Jewish Committee (AJC)

The creative department is the engine room of the agency. We believe in a “maker culture” that delivers creative currency at every turn. As a full-time Art Director, you are responsible for the bulk of the agency’s idea generation. You put all of your energy into any and all briefs that come your way. You will be supported along the way by your Creative leads,CCO and by other departments but the conception of ideas is your top priority.

You must deliver big, fame-generating conceptual thinking that pushes boundaries but is ultimately sellable. Through your experience you have a solid foundation of strategic and conceptual understanding, backed up with some significant work.Experience overseeing shoots within a TVC production is a must.

This role requires those who pride themselves on their work ethic, willingness to roll up their sleeves and desire to keep learning. Simply put you are passionate and excited about ideas. Additionally we’re looking for a good listener, willing to take feedback objectively and discuss the merits of the work (yours and others’) without taking the critiquing of your work personally.

You are entrusted with all sizes of projects and are expected to work into your creative leader. You understand you still play a supporting role to the larger team, but you are able to juggle several projects at once.

This role will operate on a hybrid schedule joining the rest of the agency in our NYC office.

Responsible for:

• Experience leading and/or overseeing shoots within a TVC production
• Timely development of on-brief creative ideas
• Deliver a range of innovative ideas across different verticals and non-traditional channels
• Embodies diversity through their work
• Starting to build some client relationships through the delivery of high quality conceptual thinking and thoughtful discussion.
• Presentation of ideas to internal and external stakeholders including:
  • Art direction (look and feel of slides, references and visual world building)
  • Presentation skills – the ability to persuade and inspire your audience around your creative vision
• Taking direction from creative leaders on creative development, take guidance and rework appropriately.
• Participate and contribute in brainstorming sessions and new business opportunities
• A range of art direction asks including; overall campaign look and feel, image searches for mood stimulus, layout and design creation,direct creation of digital assets, photography key visuals, film edits and/or art work.
• Working with production teams to craft & deliver ideas beautifully & thoughtfully.
• Play an active role in bringing a positive dynamic to the agency (including agency culture, events, and DEI initiatives)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relatable experience, preferably in a creative agency setting
• Experience leading shoots within a TVC production
• Degree in Advertising, Communications, Business or similar
• Solutions-oriented; always has solutions in mind when managing up
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects at once
• Polished presentation skills, demonstrating a clear vision of how the work addresses the challenge set forth in a creative brief
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• A passion for creativity – any additional creative outlet, hobby or passion is a plus.
• Familiarity with Google apps and technical software (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut, Premiere)
• Any additional software expertise (3D animation, illustration, etc. ) a plus

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range $64,500 – $101,500: This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off

BBH USA

• Meets regularly with and assists other Producers, Senior Producers and Executive Producers during pre-production, production, and post production.
• Responsible helping to track/close out jobs with producers, while making sure elements get to storage facilities
• Commissioning illustration and storyboard artists
• Opportunities to produce on things such as, but not limited to: revision projects, award show videos, internal presentation videos, New Business videos, radio, stills, social assets, animatics and case studies.
• Creates and maintains strong working relationships with the creative teams, content managers, business affairs and finance teams.
• Other duties as assigned (Screenings, Dept. Functions, etc)

Qualifications

• 1-3 years agency experience
• Strong creative aesthetic
• Knowledge of history and trends in digital, social, art, design and film
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• A great work ethic.
• Attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of photography, film, editorial and VFX
• Proficient in MS Office, Internet software, E-mail and calendar apps.
• Advertising/Production experience a plus

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: $51,000- $75,000. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.

Saatchi & Saatchi (We Are Saatchi)

PCC is looking for a Creative Producer to work closely alongside the creative team responsible for the consistency of Derek Lam 10 Crosby and ATM aesthetic and elevating brand experience across all consumer touchpoints. The Creative Producer is a full-time on-site role working closely with the Art Director and the PCC team. The Creative Producer will ensure all small and large details have adequately been thought-out and executed before and during our photoshoots. In addition, you will maintain projects’ day-to-day flow and management from beginning to end.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Art Director to brainstorm creative for lookbook, ecom and campaign photoshoots
• Manage the shoot production and execution of all photography and video
• Oversee and contribute to brand style outs
• Partner with art director to schedule meetings and manage creative reviews throughout pre-production
• Source photographers, props, locations and models
• Coordinate and manage model go sees
• Build creative brand decks and archive talent for future shoots
• Develop and maintain relationships with creative partners, photographers and agencies
• Work closely with site merchandiser to update shot lists/samples needed for photoshoots
• Reserve, pull and return samples needed for each photoshoot
• Create a shot list and run of show plan for day of shoot, including detailed flow of shots per minute. Support needs of photoshoot crew on set
• Source and coordinate all catering, travel arrangements, insurance, permits, shoot locations, and props. Create and send call sheets
• Reconcile all shoot related expenses and manage budget
• Provide partners with creative assets after shoots

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in a similar role within a lifestyle, beauty or fashion apparel industry
• Strong ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Creative vision and creative problem solving
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet tight deadlines with a strong sense of accountability
• Resourceful and problem-solving personality
• Ability to travel on occasion
• Ability to work independently
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, InDesign.
• Basic understanding of Mac OS
• A solid network of resources
• Responds positively to feedback and adapts quickly to change
• Excellent interpersonal, time & project management skills
• Skilled negotiator
• Business acumen and understanding of budgets
• Interest in fashion, photography, and content creation
• Compensation based on level of skill and experience

Public Clothing Company

Who You Are:

You are energetic, collaborative, organized, a team player, have strong communication, and are results-driven. You thrive in a rapidly changing environment, are curious, and have a passion for shoot production.

What You’ll Do:

• Produce still life + in studio photo shoots
• Generate contracts, manage contract tracking + vendor follow up
• Help manage photography budget, including invoicing, forecasting, and month-end close process
• Editorial Image Research, Stock Image Buying
• Research still life photographers and prop stylists
• Manage Design Team model needs + Model schedule
• Manage Equipment/Supplies for MMK, MKC, Mens Design Team
• Manage communication with Legal Team on IP + Licensing Rights
• Conduct go-sees, model bookings, prepare casting looks and supplies
• Create Model Decks + Presentations
• Help facilitate style outs with Production Assistant
• Help coordinate travel arrangements for photo shoots with Production Assistant
• Maintain positive work environment with high creative standards
• Establish and grow the brand’s relationships with new photographers and prop stylists by arranging portfolio reviews between artists and creative teams
• Collaborate on BIG IDEAS/editorial stories to bring the brand to life

You’ll Need to Have:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in photo shoot production and art buying and/or project management (fashion retail experience preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well to meet deadlines in fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to manage relationships and drive process
• Highly organized and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Strong project management skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Motivation, decisiveness, organizational skills are a must

MK Perks:

• Generous Paid Time Off & Holiday Schedule
• Summer Fridays
• Internal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace)
• Cross-brand Discount
• Exclusive Employee Sales
• Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
• 401k Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Thrive Wellness Program (seasonal in-office massages and more!)
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Discounts

At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V

In compliance with certain Pay Transparency laws, employers are required to disclose a salary range. The salary for this position will vary based on role requirements, skill set and years of experience.

$60,000-$100,000

Michael Kors

The Art Director is responsible for overseeing the design and layout of images and visuals for magazines, newspapers, product packaging, and other communication media. This role supports our Brand Design team and partners closely with our Creative, Product, and Marketing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with creative leadership to establish brand aesthetics and art direction.

• Evaluate trends, assess new data, and keep up to date with marketing techniques.

• Organize and oversees the work and schedules for graphic designers.

• Consult with clients to determine the artistic approach and styles of a project.

• Oversee the creation of an overall look for a project.

• Establish timeline for projects and ensures deadlines are met.

• Present designs to clients for approval.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and focus on the quality of work.

• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent managerial and supervisory skills.

• Strong time-management and people skills.

• Ability to develop innovative campaigns and motivate designers to develop innovative visuals and graphics.

• Ability to work in various artistic media.

• Mastery of graphic design software and photo editing software.

Education/Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field preferred.

• At least five years of graphic design or desktop publishing experience.

• Supervisory experience preferred.

Interparfums, Inc.

Sesame Workshop is looking for an experienced Brand Creative Art Director to work in New York office to build out Sesame Workshop international creative resources, processes and network with regional offices. In Brand Creative, you will partner closely with a cross-functional team spanning Brand Marketing, Audience Development, Communications and the lines of business to establish a global community of practice, and build an international network of brand resources, brand systems and processes. As a relationship-oriented individual, you will help establish a network of talent to deliver on Sesame Workshop and Sesame Street creative expressions. You will oversee and manage key organizational-wide branded initiatives.

Please Note: The stated salary range in this posting is an average and may not be reflective of individual circumstances. We will review specific salary information during the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal teams to develop a brand creative strategy for global resources distribution in the international space.
• Work with regional offices to empower them to evolve brand resources to meet their local needs
• Collaborate across the organization to aid international One Brand creative strategy to determine resources needed in each region
• From a creative point of view, provide a consistent advocate for brand unity and character standards across lines of businesses [licensing, marketing campaigns, social needs, motion branding, themed entertainment].
• Ensure brand continuity and institute clear approval processes for creative developed internationally to reflect brand cohesion.
• Proven success in leading creative and developing teams with brand goals.
• Strong collaboration skills and works well with a diverse set of roles.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, great communication, solutions-oriented

Qualifications

• 10+ years of brand expertise, international brand experience, preferably in the entertainment branding industry [expertise working with style guides, launch kits, tool kits, brand aesthetic]
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong relationship-building skills to grow a network of talent, a natural connector
• Ability to be creative and think outside of the box, conceptualize, identify talent, educate and onboard
• Strategic thinker: global needs vs. local needs
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Must be an excellent team player with the ability to build, foster and nurture relationships with members of cross-functional teams, a collaborative mindset
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Work closely to drive engagement around the brand creative to ensure local market needs are met
• Deliver seminar presentations, marketing books, product comps and sell sheets on time for each season
• Work with cross functional teams to facilitate approvals and track creative needs
• Act as liaison between Creative and business team to ensure that all artwork needs are met for new creative development
• Partner with Marketing Operations to create and document standard operating procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Sesame Workshop

TileBar is becoming an omni-channel industry-leader through photography, video, graphic design and CGI production. We are dedicated to innovating on behalf of our customers and push the boundaries of traditional tile shopping. We are a national interior design resource, and our visuals are fundamental to this positioning.

Tilebar is searching for a highly skilled Sr. Art Director to help us create a compelling story and a strong brand. The Sr. Art Director is one of the key creative leaders in charge of the brand identity and aesthetic of TileBar, and is responsible for generating innovative visuals across all mediums: campaign development, graphic design, photography, branding, UI/UX + web, package design, 3D/CGI and motion.

The Sr. Art Director has an impeccable eye and high aesthetic-yet-functional standards across all media, all while leading and inspiring their team to push beyond creative boundaries.

This role reports to the VP, Brand Creative Director and will partner closely with copywriters, designers, photographers and videographers, as well as other departments across marketing, e-commerce, sales teams, and product development.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative concepts across a range of mediums including integrated campaigns, web design/digital, social media, traditional advertising and design.
• Develop and present bi-weekly visual content creation briefs for new product launches including guidelines for photography, graphic design and motion, both independently and in collaboration with copywriting partners and the Creative Director.
• Lead and mentor a team of Jr. Art Directors and 3D Artists, assist in their development and training, provide constructive feedback, and direct them to develop solutions that push the boundaries of creativity while fulfilling strategic requirements.
• Develop, guide and maintain visual brand guidelines throughout all graphic assets.
• Present comprehensive vision for projects to Creative Director before presenting to the broader team.
• Art direct, plan and execute campaign photo and video shoots.
• Partner and collaborate with on-staff creatives and freelance resources to create assets across our brand ecosystem.
• Oversee and execute when necessary creative from concept to pre-production through to final creative QC & asset delivery.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as an Art Director in agencies and/or in-house.
• Passionate sensitivity for design, architecture and interiors.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Impeccable eye for detail.
• Ability to meet hard deadlines and manage multiple projects while maintaining high quality standards.
• Work independently or with limited guidance at times.
• A background in interior design, furniture or home goods brands is a major plus.
• Extensive abilities across the Adobe Suite of products and Figma.
• Skilled to work in a fast-paced environment.

TileBar

At CAVA we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that’s been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We prioritize authenticity, curiosity and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. We are working towards something big, together.

We foster a culture built on five core values:

• Generosity First: We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others.
• Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.
• Act with Agility: We welcome change; it’s the only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.
• Passion for Positivity: We greet each day with warmth and possibility.
• Collective Ambition: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

Creative Producer:

CAVA is looking for an innovative and nimble Creative Producer to create and execute photography and video content that consistently articulates our brand and our mission. In this role, you will collaborate with the Art Director, Social Strategist, and other members of the creative team to translate the overall brand marketing message into an aligned and innovative creative vision. You will be a storyteller as much as you are a producer, as you create a wide variety of content, across platforms, and work to bring a vision to life.

Our ideal possesses tremendous communication and creative skills, with proven success in production, a strong background in food and lifestyle brands and editorial content, and a passion for executing the details efficiently and effectively. They will be responsible for providing creative solutions and project oversight for top quality content that is consistently on time, on budget, and on brand. This role will report to the Art Director.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee and manage production of all CAVA creative content
• Take the lead on planning and managing production projects within the creative team ensuring all final assets are delivered to a consistently high standard, on budget, and on time
• Make sure the day to day studio operations run smoothly
• Understand each project’s goals, help to develop photo, and video content aligned on goals
• Communicate with cross functional teams to create necessary deliverables list for shoots
• Translate concepts into visual treatments
• Help create and execute video-first social content
• Manage and own the production schedule and details for shoots, inclusive of both pre-production and post production, ie. locations, model bookings, props, eq rental, crafty, deliveries, retouching and editing, and other production logistics.
• Work closely with agents and artists on all production related topics Negotiate rates for freelance contributors on creative projects
• Manage usage rights for all creative projects
• Manage production for company collaborations and partner with brands on co-production needs
• Prepare and manage production budgets, including tracking invoice payments
• Review/approve expense reports at the end of each month
• Work with CAVA’s legal team to execute production contracts
• Work closely with the Art Director, Social Team, Head of Copy, and Creative Director to establish a vision of annual content, and plan to implement long-term strategies for production efficiency and improvement

The Qualifications:

• 4+ years creative production or production experience
• Past experience creating content for a brand or agency
• Strong storytelling skills
• An understanding of and passion for CAVA’s brand voice, look, and feel
• Genuine interest in food and lifestyle brands, and how they communicate with their consumers
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask effectively within tight timelines, and remain calm and positive in a fast-paced environment
• Equally loves to be a team player, while also being a driven executor with a passion for details
• Strategic problem-solving skills and data-driven decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of the market with regards to photographers, models, stylists, etc.
• Strong negotiation, organization, and time management skills
• Strong understanding of production budgets
• Exceptional analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to be flexible, positive, and agile with constant changes and time restraints—proven aptitude for quick, creative, and adaptive thinking
• Knowledge and understanding of casting and booking talent for content shoots
• Having a positive attitude working through tight deadlines and managing production for multiple shoots at once
• You have an established network of creative, production, photography, video, and freelance partners
• Excellent project and time management, written/verbal communication and on-set leadership skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Highly engaged in the social media and digital space
• Impeccable aesthetic, attention to detail and love of photography and design

The Competencies you’ll exhibit:

Service Mindset:

• Understands the guest is the root of all processes and decisions that are made at CAVA
• Abides by policies and procedures that support a service mindset
• Treats all guests according to CAVA values and works to make guests feel our generosity first, always
• Treats all internal and external stakeholders; communicates with respect and kindness

Accountability:

• Structures and achieves goals in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Takes initiative on designated responsibilities without needing reminders from managers
• Manages timeline expectations within and across teams, delivers on our responsibilities accordingly
• Provides timely updates and support to colleagues

Diversity Cultivation:

• Embraces CAVA’s view of diversity as a crucial element of the organization and not just a buzzword
• Earns the trust of their Team Members and Managers by consistently embracing CAVA’s values
• Intervenes and reports instances where guests or Team Members aren’t being treated equitably

People Development:

• Dedicates themselves to celebrating the success of the team over personal achievements
• Takes constructive feedback in stride as a part of their developmental process
• Recognizes all team members across the organization are working toward common goals
• Actively contributes to their department in order to complete tasks and meet company goals

Enterprise Leadership:

• Dedicates themselves to celebrating the success of the team over personal achievements
• Takes constructive feedback in stride as a part of their developmental process
• Recognizes all Team Members across the organization are working toward common goals
• Actively contributes to their group in order to complete tasks and meet company goals

Innovation and Growth:

• Evaluates new opportunities for calculated risk-taking to increase the functionality of our role and team
• Adapts to new processes and directives; communicates these changes efficiently and effectively
• Adapts to support the needs of the team in roles that may not fall under primary job description

Emotional Resilience:

• Recognizes the emotional stake each Team Member has in the personal and organizational success of the business
• Possesses the emotional intelligence to treat guests and Team Members in accordance with our values, even in situations when emotionally taxed themselves
• Possesses the emotional resilience to bounce back from possible mistreatment by guests or Team Members without losing their cool

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Must be able to identify, analyze and assess details
• For certain positions, must be able to occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively
• Constantly positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food production support or office operations, as applicable
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives*
• Early Wage Access!
• Unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, plus paid opportunities to give back to the community
• Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!
• 401k enrollment with CAVA contribution
• Company-paid STD, LTD, Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions*
• Free CAVA food
• Casual work environment
• The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

*Indicates qualifying eligible positions only

CAVA – Joining “A culture, not a concept”

As an equal opportunity employer, CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal, state, or local law.

CAVA

At MSL, we’re on a mission to make every client more influential and a positive force of influence in the(ir) world. Why? Because we know that influence = impact and the more influential you are, the more impactful you can be. We’re proud to partner with incredible brands, companies and leaders who want to push boundaries and create change – and we’re looking for passionate creators and storytellers who want to do the same. But it’s not just our work (and the awards we win for it) that energizes us, it’s who we are as a team. A team of powerhouse professionals that is driven by three core values: Leading, Learning and Loving. A team that has ranked us a “Best Place to Work” in the industry year over year. If you like what you’ve read so far, please go on for details on the Vice President, Creative Director role we have open.

What we’re looking for: VP, Creative Director for MSL’s Creative Center of Excellence supporting our healthcare practice.

What you bring to the table: As an integral member of our team, this person should have experience leading the development of creative activations that power healthcare (pharma, device, medtech, etc.) brand identities forward and creative ideation that helps create connections between healthcare organizations and audiences that matter to them.

What you’ll do: Part of our Creative Center of Excellence (CoE), the Healthcare Creative Director will be a creative strategist & a catalyst: responsible for driving the creativity across our portfolio of brands. Whether it’s a theme and an activation to engage caregivers and patients, a platform that establishes leadership with HCPs, or a program that will draw attention to current treatments, this person will help connect with patients, professionals, opinion leaders, advocacy groups, and employees in a way that builds reputation. This individual will lead the creative process and evolve concepts from idea to execution, with a focus on new & innovative tactics that bring ideas to life in the earned and influencer space, collaborating with our digital and media teams.

Here’s our promise: If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited to drive creative thinking for campaigns and influence, we want you on the team. You should have a pulse on what is happening in culture, what captures attention of our audiences and a desire to influence conversations that lead to behavior change. We offer a collaborative and creative environment that celebrates innovation and pushing yourself and our clients out of their comfort zones.

Responsibilities:

• Work with account teams and Creative CoE team to lead and elevate creative ideation, increase cadence of ideas, and evangelize a ‘creativity-first’ approach among employees at all levels
• Conceive, plan, and support creative execution of innovative, creative work that will run the gamut from big idea to tactical thinking to real-time ideas that will propel brands in culture and conversation today based on pop culture, trendspotting, social conversation, etc.
• Conduct new and leverage existing research to develop insights that will drive strategic creative programming; working closely with Strategy CoE (where appropriate) to finalize strategic vision/framework
• Lead brainstorm sessions for new and current client opportunities, crafting creative briefs, vetting ideas, and leading development into actionable concepts
• Report creative work to Creative CoE to vet, develop, and refine ideas as well as collaborate on addressing business or creative challenges
• Work with earned media and digital/influencer teams to develop holistic creative executions
• Create and confidently present impactful ‘proof of concept’ presentations for internal teams and clients, working with in-house and freelance design team to produce supporting visuals and/or presentation design.

Requirements/Skills:

• Creative thinker with a pulse on what’s happening in culture; shares a passion for bringing forward-looking ideas to the team and client
• Problem solver and critical thinker; demonstrate creativity and analytical thinking leveraging data and insights to inform work
• News junkie who follows healthcare and wellness trends across social and earned ecosystem
• Strong writer who can make a concept come to life with the way it’s described
• Self-starter who can spearhead and manage a creative project from start to completion
• Experience working in tandem with other creative agencies to develop integrated concepts
• Strong verbal communication and written communications skills as well as an ability to develop and present compelling client proposals

Compensation Range: $121,000-$204,500. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.

MSL (Global)