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CONCORD IS THE INDEPENDENT, WORLDWIDE LEADER IN THE DEVELOPMENT, ACQUISITION, AND MANAGEMENT OF RECORDED MUSIC, MUSIC PUBLISHING, AND THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE RIGHTS.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Miami, London, and Berlin, Concord has a diverse and vibrant roster of active recording artists, composers, and songwriters, and a vast and historic catalog of works by some of the most treasured names in music history.

Design Department

We are an innovative team of creators, each responsible for developing visual assets to strengthen and build artist careers. We conceptualize and execute an artist’s vision with a primary focus on forming a cohesive narrative and visual language throughout a campaign. We are visionaries with global resources to expand creative thinking and achieve greatness on behalf of the artists and labels we represent at Concord, Recorded Music.

As Art Director, you will be responsible for the art direction and design of commercial audio products (CD’s, Vinyl, Cassettes, DVD’s, Digital Album Covers, etc) and collateral marketing materials for multiple genres of music. You will shape the design experience for our artists by molding and executing authentic and exceptional visual campaigns for the artists we represent. You will art direct photoshoots and be responsible for maintaining art budgets at varying levels. You will work within the Design Department, assisting the creative leadership team and freelance designers in visual asset creation, across any medium required. It is your job to create outstanding design work on behalf of our artists and labels.

Above all, we strive to exemplify Concord’s core values; to celebrate artistry, act with integrity, empower our community, and create opportunity. Works under general direction of the Sr Design Director and VP, Design.

What you’ll do:

• Work as a team within the Design Department and independently to create visual album campaigns from start to finish with a focus on executing a cohesive narrative and visual language throughout.
• Concept campaigns by creating mood boards and pitching ideas to artists/management.
• Work with photographers and/or illustrators to execute the vision.
• Art direct and produce photoshoots.
• Negotiate freelance designer and photography rates. Responsible for staying on budget and deadline.
• Design full album packaging and format conversions for LPs, CDs, cassettes, etc. Including: creating album covers, logos, booklets, single covers, playlist covers, deluxe packaging, decks, style guides, etc.
• Communicate and take direction well. Meet deadlines. Prioritize the needs of all invested parties.
• Design for merch and specialty D2C items. 
• Work with marketing departments for advertising needs, elevating where possible. 
• Manage multiple projects, keeping them on deadline.
• Retouch scanned artwork/photos for print.
• Conceptualize and produce special packaging, including limited editions and box sets.
• Create 3D visualizations for use in mockups and original artwork.
• Work in multiple visual execution styles.
• Manage your project assets on the department’s file servers.
• Supports all needs of the creative leadership team.
• Maintain great working relationships, especially nurturing the creative goals of our artists.

What you’ll need:

• Proven ability to conceptualize and art direct exceptional visual campaigns. Expertise in directing a group of creative people to achieve a holistic approach to design. (Minimum 5 years experience)
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience with illustration and animation is a bonus. 
• An outstanding portfolio that demonstrates the fundamentals of design, from layout and typography to color and composition.
• Must have knowledge of printing/production specifications, techniques and requirements.
• Excellent time management skills and experience working on multiple projects with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful self-starter who acts and responds quickly to change and feedback with a positive attitude.
• Efficient and detailed organization skills a must.
• Passion for music.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Manage relationships with a positive attitude and strong communication skills with our internal and external clients.
• Dedicated and committed team player. Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic creative environment.
• College degree in Art and Design preferred.

* To be considered, you must submit your portfolio.

Salary range: $88,000 – 126,000

*This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days minimum on-site.

At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.

Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures.

Concord

Passionate about Music? Ready to Grow Your Career in the Industry? Look No Further!

Position: Artist Manager Assistant

Location: Los Angeles, CA (On-Site)

Are you deeply passionate about music and eager to make your mark in the music industry? If so, we invite you to join our thriving artist management company in Los Angeles. We are seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Artist Manager Assistant to become an integral part of our dynamic team.

About Us:

Our artist management company is at the forefront of the music industry, representing A-list music artists. We are committed to ensuring our artists thrive and flourish in their careers, and we’re looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for music and is dedicated to assisting in their success.

Role Overview:

As an Artist Manager Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our artist manager and the artists they represent. Your responsibilities will be diverse, requiring exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, adaptability, a commitment to excellence, and, most importantly, a genuine passion for pursuing a future in music artist management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Excellence: Handle a high-volume calendar, manage appointments, schedule meetings, and oversee communication channels, including phone calls and emails.
• Travel Coordination: Arrange travel plans for the artist manager and band members, ensuring smooth journeys.
• Document Management: Organize and maintain files and essential documents for efficient access.
• Personal Support: Assist band members and the artist manager with personal errands and tasks when required.
• Event Assistance: Provide support to touring staff during local shows and events.
• Industry Collaboration: Collaborate with other industry assistants and professionals to facilitate communication.
• Problem Solving: Address challenges and issues that may arise for the manager and band members.
• Confidentiality: Handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Logistics: Ship domestic and international packages and manage band storage units and equipment.

Qualifications:

• Music Industry Passion: A demonstrated interest in the music industry, with a minimum of 1+ year of industry experience.
• Physical Requirements: Occasional heavy lifting may be required.
• Organization: Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong sense of urgency.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills and a high level of professionalism.
• Attitude: A positive and enthusiastic attitude, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
• Confidentiality: The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost professionalism and discretion.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional multitasking abilities and effective problem-solving skills.
• Driver’s License: A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required.

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour.

Location:

Our offices are located in Westwood Village, Los Angeles, CA. This is an on-site position, with employees working in the office 5 days per week. In order to protect the health and safety of our employees and clients, we are a vaccinated office.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package, an annual bonus, and a dynamic and creative working environment.

Disclaimer: This job description provides an overview of job responsibilities and may be subject to change. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Azoff Music Company

A prestigious entertainment company is in search of an esteemed Art Director, boasting a refined expertise in the realm of luxury art direction, to lead their design team.

The ideal candidate should exhibit a masterful command of print and production mechanicals, while showcasing an elevated portfolio brimming with their professional print and production mechanical projects.

Job Details

TEMP

HYBRID – 2-3 DAYS A WEEK ON-SITE – LOS ANGELES, CA

PAY $45-$50/HR

Responsibilities

• Cultivate elevated, aesthetically alluring Evite designs for diverse events and occasions.
• Craft sophisticated graphics and visuals for event registration materials, ensuring impeccable clarity and impact.
• Design captivating graphics and visuals tailored to the essence of each event, maintaining a coherent thematic thread.
• Forge presentation decks that effectively convey ideas and information to a diverse audience.
• Employ Photoshop to execute tasks such as image masking, retouching, and enhancing visual elements.
• Apply designs to mockup templates, providing a glimpse of their real-world manifestation.
• Produce eye-catching and informative packaging designs for a variety of products or materials.
• Oversee production tasks, encompassing the resizing of key art to precise dimensions, file preparation for print, and collaboration with packaging mechanicals.

Qualifications

• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ON-SITE IN LOS ANGELES, CA!
• Possess 3-5+ years of experience as a Senior Production Designer.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Print and Production Mechanicals.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential, as this role involves presentations to senior management.
• A professional portfolio that demonstrates your experience with print and use of production mechanicals.

Please submit your resume for consideration & professional portfolio for consideration!

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Syndicatebleu

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests. Our Company has one exciting mission: To entertain the human race.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

As a Senior Assistant Executive Steward, you will be responsible for assigned operational functions within the department. You will also have developed managerial skills, knowledge of all kitchen steward functions and materials and equipment used in the kitchen. Your ability to lead and manage a team will be a valuable asset.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Manages the operations in the stewarding department to ensure departmental strategic goals and intent are being met and exceeding expectations.
• Manage Human Resources responsibilities to include: creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect and employee satisfaction; quality hiring, training and succession planning processes that encompass the company’s diversity commitment; compliance with company and department policies, and legal requirements.
• Assist in handling all stewarding related labor relations issues. Assists in the investigation of such issues. Provide recommendations and issues appropriate counseling, suspensions, and terminations.
• Oversee on the job training & development programs through stewarding managers on a regular basis.
• Implement of F&B policies, operating procedures and training programs, manuals, directives, work schedules, rules and regulations for the stewarding staff and personnel.
• Coordinate purchase needs and parts to properly operate Food & Beverage outlet needs and fill outlet requisitions.
• Ensure all employees are properly trained in the Stewarding policies and procedures and use of all equipment.
• Act as a liaison with contract companies.
• Coordinate and communicate with all outside vendors and services, and Health Department.
• Responsible for walk-through inspections of kitchen areas.

A GREAT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
• Two (2) years of experience in Stewarding within the hotel/casino industry
• Work varied shifts, to include weekends and holidays
• Experience working in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience working in a similar resort setting
• Experience managing employees using a Collective Bargaining Agreement

Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!

MGM Resorts International

Director of Music – St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, Reston, VA

Full Time (32+ hours a week) full benefits competitive salary

About Us: St. Anne’s Episcopal Church has been a beacon of faith and community outreach in Reston, VA for over 50 years. Our church community is built upon these foundational principles – Welcoming – Diverse – Progressive. St. Anne’s rich history, begun by founding Rector Embry Rucker in the 1960’s, resonates with decades of active community involvement to include various shelters, food banks, meal distributions, elder-care assistance, and other vital outreach programs.

Our extensive in-house music library, filled with hundreds of classic choral anthems and Episcopal compositions, is a testament to our ongoing commitment to musical worship and a key component of our services. We are fortunate to own two exemplary instruments: an Allen Digital Organ and Steinway Grand Piano. We have celebrated and continue to nurture a high-quality musical ministry. Please visit our website at https://www.stannes-reston.org/ for information about St. Anne’s Episcopal Church.

Role Summary: We are seeking a passionate Director of Music who believes in the transformative power of music in worship and communal life. The ideal candidate will be deeply involved in fostering an environment where all parishioners can experience the joy and depth of spirituality through music. This position requires an open-minded, creative, energetic, and committed individual who can collaborate closely with clergy, staff, congregation, children and youth, dedicated choir members, and in-house musicians. The anticipated start date with be in early 2024, this posting will remain open until December 31^st 2023.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the congregation in singing, ensuring active participation and engagement throughout the service.
• Play the organ / piano for the 10 AM Sunday worship and special services during the year to include weddings, funerals, Holy Days and Easter and Christmas Holidays. 
• Direct and lead weekly choir rehearsals, ensuring the growth and development of our dedicated volunteer choir. I
• Incorporate and engage children and youth into the music experience, including activities like handbell choir, Vacation Bible School, youth choir, vocal training, and instrumental encouragement.
• Seek in-house parishioners with musical and singing talent; coordinate external musicians and singers, as needed, to add variety to existing services and bolster the Christmas and Easter celebrations.
• Collaborate closely with the clergy to curate music that aligns with the liturgical calendar and sermons.
• Participate in annual Christmas pageant and leading the music portion to make this an event of celebration and spiritual depth for everyone.
• Regularly explore, introduce, and incorporate new and diverse musical ideas and styles into our worship.
•  Participate in staff meetings, liturgy planning with clergy, provide musical information for Sunday bulletins.
• Become an instrumental figure in promoting St. Anne’s musical spirit to attract new families from Reston and the general community.
• Ability to work with various AV equipment, microphone, and digital vergers to ensure quality and a smooth online streaming experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collaborative and engaging spirit, ensuring seamless integration with clergy, staff, parishioners, guest musicians and soloists.
• Previous worship leadership experience (we are open on total years of experience based on skill levels).
• Mastery in organ performance, piano performance, and knowledge of additional musical accompaniment.
• Experience directing and leading a dedicated volunteer choir.
• Experience playing Episcopal hymns from the 1982 hymnal, LEVAS, Wonder, Love and Praise, and other supplemental compositions.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a range of vocal skills and ages.
• Programmatic music planning experience, especially pertaining to children and youth.
• Formal musical education, B.A. Music or equivalent.

Attributes:

• Passionate about the role of music in worship and community.
• Collaborative and team-builder personality.
• Open-minded and receptive to diverse musical styles and ideas.
• Solid leadership abilities with a knack for nurturing talent and fostering growth.
• Committed to the values and mission of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church.
• Patience in working with and fostering various vocal skill levels.

Join Us: Be a part of St. Anne’s growth story as we continue our legacy of community outreach, inclusiveness, and musical worship. If you resonate with our values and have the skills and passion to lead our music programs, we invite you to apply and share your musical expertise to enrich our congregation’s spiritual journey.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter detailing relevant experience, and any supplementary materials or links showcasing their work to the search director at [email protected] . We will contact references, conduct a background check, and discuss benefits / salary information at the appropriate time. The application window will remain open until December 31, 2023. we are anticipating a start date in early 2024.

St. Anne’s Episcopal Church is an equal opportunity and celebrates diversity in all its forms. www.stannes-reston.org for more information

Wilkinson Softsearch

“All candidates must be directly contracted by ASK Consulting on their payroll and cannot be subcontracted. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this moment”.

Job Title: Creative Designer & Producer – Growth Marketing

Location: Cupertino, CA 95014 / Culver City, CA 90232 / New York, NY – 10011 (20-30 hrs/week in PST hours) Part-Time

Duration: 12 Months

PR: $75.00/Hour on w2

Job Description:

• Mandatory skills- experience developing VP/ Director level keynote presentations, and putting together creative hubs
• The Growth Marketing team is seeking an experienced creative designer and producer to work on Director-level and above Keynote presentations within Services Marketing.
• The ideal candidate should have a high level of proficiency in Keynote and supporting graphic design applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch, etc.), should be familiar with best practices in building Keynote presentations for use within the Client, and an ability to synthesize complex quantities and qualitative information in an easy to digest manner.
• The candidate should also have experience and a high level of aptitude in creating Client devices and screen comps.
• This position will work closely with our Senior Director and her direct reports when building presentations and need to be able to take high-level direction, provide appropriate options/solutions, and create pixel-perfect final versions.
• The position will also help build and manage a repository of keynote templates for use by the broader Growth Marketing team in their day-to-day working sessions, along with how-to guides and drop-in sessions to help the team build presentations as time permits.
• This opportunity might require occasional visits to the Culver City/Cupertino office – but mostly remote.

About ASK: ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With 5 nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states-ASK Consulting connects people with amazing opportunities

ASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

ASK Consulting

We are looking for a Culture Coordinator to further strengthen our team in the U.S.

During a typical day, you will…

• Coordinate office events: generate ideas, decorate for gatherings, holidays, and special occasions, update team on upcoming events; and hype events on Zoom channels
• Plan and coordinate weekly office lunches: research vendors, order, send invites, set up, and clean up
• Office inventory: manage orders, restock snacks and drinks twice daily
• Maintain office services such as checking the mail daily and distributing packages, supervising outside vendors, organizing, and distributing supplies
• Coordinate travel: book flights, arrange hotel and Airbnb accommodations, arrange hotel welcome bags, plan socials and activities
• Manage Swag: send out new hire welcome packages, anniversary, birthday, holidays, and special occasions gifts
• Keep management well-informed by evaluating special projects, including internal sales competitions, and organizing engaging events for remote team members, summarizing information to determine optimal outcomes
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing and following an annual budget to organize company events, office supplies, and team members’ goodies
• Be the point of contact for all team member requests such as creating parking passes, conducting office tours, managing our daily Zoom channels

Good to Know…

• Five-day work week M-F, Availability to work 8:30am – 6:30pm
• Commitment to 90 day training period
• Office Location: 396 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, FL 33143
• Full Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits, 401K, Parental leave, PTO and Sick Time

You are…

• Detailed-orientated
• Highly organized
• Incredibly happy, exude good vibes, and have a helpful attitude
• A strong written communicator
• Hard-working and independently able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Not shy! The spark that ignites a party, bringing your infectious energy to create lively and memorable gatherings

What we offer…

• An immensely strong and fun company culture
• An open-minded and international working environment that fosters creativity
• Laid-back attire to ensure the utmost comfort when providing your happiness duties
• A high degree of autonomy and responsibility from day one
• A unique content-driven, top-performing, and family-type work culture

Why hear.com?

hear.com is the fastest-growing hearing care company globally. We are driven by our belief that every person should hear well to live well. With our unique digital business model, we have changed the way hearing care is provided. We are a profitable global health-technology company with origins in Europe. Since starting our journey in 2012, we have helped hundreds of thousands of customers get on the path to better hearing. In just 10 years, we have grown from 2 to over 1,100 team members. We help our customers hear well to live well in 7 international locations from Miami to Seoul.

We promise to ourselves: to define the future of hearing care, never to be corporate, and to always live Day One.

Join us now as we are shaping this fascinating consumer healthcare space!

Check us out on:

· Tiktok: @hear.com_hearingloss

· Instagram: hear.com_Official

· website: www.hear.com

hear.com

Role/Title: Creative Director – Copy

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Salary: Up to $180k

Hybrid: On-site Tuesday and Thursday

Clutch Creative is a rapidly growing staffing agency. We support our clients by identifying unreachable talent that helps their businesses grow.

Our candidates work with us because they know we have the best opportunities available to them and will help them navigate their next career move.

We care, we’re honest, and we hustle—that’s what makes us Clutch.

Clutch is looking for a Creative Director – Copy for a direct hire position with a client of ours.

Responsibilities

• Manage the creative process from concept to completion
• Mentor, manage and motivate the creative teams
• Translate marketing objectives into clear brand positions and creative strategies
• Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams and lead a broad range of strategic, omnichannel creative solutions
• Review work, troubleshoot and provide clear feedback to creative teams
• Oversee client and new business pitches
• Work closely with strategic planning & account teams to ensure fresh, innovative, strategic work across all phases of development
• Work closely with account and project management teams to ensure productive use of resources
• Delegate work & plan resources appropriately to ensure aggressive deadlines and multiple priorities are met
• Ensure adherence to brand standards
• Be a leader within the organization, maintaining high visibility across projects and teams while managing direct reports
• Drive the process and direct the flow of ideas between client goals, strategy, and experience design
• Continuously review and optimize results for every piece of creative your team produces

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7-10 years’ integrated agency experience, with a copy background
• A proven track record of leading and developing world class creative teams in a fast-paced, high-volume collaborative environment, working and influencing in a cross-functional context
• Strong understanding of branding, advertising, marketing and sales enablement, social, and digital
• Launch and AOR experience is required
• The ability to manage and nurture creative talent
• The ability to inspire others and work collaboratively
• Proven track record of pitching and winning new business
• Excellent presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership and understanding of the responsibilities of an upper management position
• Availability to travel to meet client and agency needs

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today.

Clutch

Justin Alexander is a world leader in designing, manufacturing and distributing bridal fashion. Today, its brands include Justin Alexander, Justin Alexander Signature, Adore by Justin Alexander, Lillian West, Sincerity Bridal, Thanks & Goodluck, Viktor&Rolf Mariage, and Savannah Miller. Justin Alexander is a private, family-owned company with offices in New Jersey, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Hong Kong, and its collections are sold by more than 2,200 authorized retailers worldwide. 

Justin Alexander’s Art Director will be accountable for the ideation, strategy development, communication and deployment of Justin Alexander Group’s visual output both physically and digitally, including all product photography shoots, event and trade show design. This person will report directly to the Creative Director, and work closely with strategists, corporate Events Manager, and the greater team to ensure the brand aesthetic is being successfully translated consistently across all touchpoints. 

The ideal candidate should have experience in the bridal industry, a solid technical grasp of digital photography and imaging as well as the ability to capture and bring to life the essence of multiple brands under the Justin Alexander Group. A stellar design sensibility and skill set is also desired for the development of online and offline creative assets.  

Art Director Job Description: 

This is a multifaceted role, serving an essential function within the Marketing Department and the business. 

The Role: 

• Develop, execute, and maintain a creative vision across a portfolio of brands under the Justin Alexander Group.   
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience.  
• Articulate ideas and demonstrate a willingness to bring new ideas to the forefront, while researching trends, competition, aspirational brands and best practices. 
• Problem solving and troubleshooting – solution oriented  
• General support of creative team as necessary.  
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment  
• Technical skills preferred  

Content Creation:  

• Art direct and produce product and on-figure photo shoots for lookbook and campaign shoots from concept to final execution with deadlines.  
• Partner with the on-set producer to oversee the day-to-day photo shoots  
• Create visually distinctive and engaging imagery for the web, brochures and magazines while maintaining the brand’s style  
• Selects images and manages markups and retouching of all on figure and still life product imagery.  
• Oversee hair, makeup and models to make sure the look and feel of the season and brand is accurately being represented and maintain consistency throughout the shoots  
• Supervise all pre-and post-production work for all imagery and videos in coordination with merchandising team and other stakeholders by providing clear directions and assigning responsibilities to tight deadlines are met  
• Collaborate with the Marketing Director, Creative Director and Photographers to deliver consistent, high quality and on brand product and on figure photography  

Graphics / Marketing / Web:  

• Select seasonal key images across all brands and seasons in partnership with strategy team for marketing purposes.  
• Have a solid understanding of site functionality, architecture, intuitive user interfaces, and navigation.  
• Design development and communicate to website creative, email marketing and offline assets.  
• Assure that all marketing / advertising timelines, guidelines and regulations are followed.  

Events: 

• Plans creates and set up seasonal showroom and tradeshow displays . 
• Ideate and help execute fashion show concepts.  

About YOU: 

• 5+ years work experience, including art direction, design and event design.  
• Bridal fashion experience preferred. 
• Passion for content-creation . 
• Full understanding of branding and brand right creative.  
• Strong project and process management skills.  
• Strong organizational and time management skills.  
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.  
• Strong communication and presentation skills – both written and verbal – with all levels.  
• Full working knowledge of Adobe creative suite.  
• Strong knowledge of photo imaging and retouching.  
• Working knowledge of capture software.  
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design, excellent leadership skills, and experience managing / project managing a team.  

Justin Alexander

Sesame Workshop is looking for a Creative Director. As the Creative Director for the Brand Creative Consumer Products / Themed Entertainment team at Sesame Workshop, you’ll lead the creative vision in partnership with Licensing, Publications, and Consumer Products teams. You’ll empower the creative team to ensure brand consistency across innovative products, inspire licensees, maintain brand integrity, and achieve business goals. By providing clear direction and insightful feedback, you’ll catalyze our internal and external partners to deliver their finest work. Your industry expertise will enable you to set quality benchmarks and ignite creative ideation.

Responsibilities

• Define creative standards for Sesame Street’s merchandise and collectibles, collaborating with Consumer Products and Themed Entertainment Teams.
• Provide 3D design support to various lines of business including publishing, licensing, toy design, and soft goods.
• Direct the creation of Consumer Products style guides and creative assets for internal and external teams.
• Communicate the creative vision to team members and partners.
• Ensure licensees receive the necessary assets to bring merchandise offerings to life based on Sesame Street IP, TV, and other initiatives.
• Resource task management through thoughtful delegation based on team skills.
• Oversee relationships and creative projects, ensuring budget and schedule adherence.
• Lead the design of marketing materials, catalogs, sales presentations, and tradeshow materials.
• Navigate creative decisions’ impact on budget and timelines, offering solutions when issues arise.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership, guiding designers constructively.
• Efficient workflow management, resource utilization, and project prioritization. – Consistently deliver fresh, creative ideas to engage customers.
• Strong sense of design, color, and typography.
• Ability to prioritize and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Proficient multitasking and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable with independent work and effective team management.
• Empower teams through continuous feedback and communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability to feedback.
• Effective collaboration with small teams and cross-functional units.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator on Mac computers.

Required Skills

• Previous experience leading creative teams in consumer products or licensed merchandise.
• Demonstrated ability to steer a cohesive design vision while managing scope.
• Creation and maintenance of collaborative environments across various craft disciplines.
• Level-headedness in change management, conflict resolution, and adapting to creative development.
• Strong written communication and presentation skills, with advanced Adobe CC knowledge.
• Innovative mindset, actively seeking new paths forward. – Social intelligence, strong interpersonal skills, and empathy for creative teams.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional art or design experience in games, entertainment, e-commerce, or marketing.
• Familiarity with Figma. – Experience with multiple franchises and established IPs.
• Enthusiasm for consumer products or collectibles.
• Familiarity with Sesame Street / Sesame Workshop’s current and past releases.

Why Sesame Workshop is the Right Fit for You

• Home to iconic Muppets that have captured hearts worldwide.
• Pioneers of content and educational games that bring boundless joy to children globally.
• Collaborate with an exceptional team of creative talents.
• Embrace a close-knit community united by the goal of creating exceptional, fun work.
• Recognized for award-winning innovation and over 50 years of impactful global service.
• And yes, we’re the proud home of those beloved Muppets.

Join the Sesame Workshop team as Creative Director and play a pivotal role in shaping the creative future of our beloved characters and brand. Through collaboration, innovation, and a dedication to excellence, together, we can continue to bring joy and learning to children around the world.

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

Compensation: From $128,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year
Sesame Workshop