Creative Director
Van Nuys, CA
For over 30 years, Funrise has been a global innovator and industry leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of toys worldwide. Our mission is to create fun for kids of all ages by building impactful brands through innovation, creativity and imagination. We strive towards excellence in all we do to ensure our products are enjoyed by consumers throughout the world.
Our portfolio consists of internal brands including BFF BRIGHT FAIRY FRIENDS™, GAZILLION®, MIGHTY FLEET™, FART NINJAS™ and more, as well as licensed properties from premier partners like Cat®, ROCKET LEAGUE™ and other global entertainment companies.
Job Description:
This role requires an eye for design, and the experience and acumen to lead a team of graphic designers, artists, and other creative professionals. The Creative Director is involved in every aspect of design collaboration from the ideation phase to the final execution.
The right candidate will have a passion for design and brand building. They combine strong graphic and technical design knowledge with organizational and managerial skills. They’re a creative force who excites and motivates the team to deliver to a consistently high standard.
They can lead a team and delegate/prioritize responsibilities, work to aggressive timelines and prioritize resources-based business needs.
Good interpersonal communication, strong presentation skills, confidence is a must.
Most importantly, this role requires the ability to lead by example, inspire new ideas and help build a culture of creativity.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Mentor and encourage creative team members to foster a positive work environment
- Lead a team of graphic designers to create deliver best in class designs.
- Oversee the design layout and visual impact of all graphic materials, products, and publications.
- Collaborate with company executives to determine visual needs for packaging and or advertisements.
- Communicate product functions in graphic as well as written forms.
- Art direct photoshoots for product and lifestyle photography.
- Participate in the approval process with project and brand managers, as well as licensors.
· Pitch ideas for upcoming campaigns and reveal the finished layout of packaging or publications.
· Maintain organized workflow according to calendars, and milestones to meet project deadlines.
· Maintain awareness with new technology, consumer trends, and design methods.
· Travel as necessary (overseas and domestic) to meet project needs and attend industry related events.
· Partner with cross-functional teams to drive execution of company priorities.
· Adapt to changes in plans and adjust design direction accordingly.
· Effectively manage multiple projects and prioritize work without missing critical deadlines.
· Be a passionate and inspirational leader
Education and Experience Requirements:
· Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Business, or equivalent experience.
· 7+ years’ managerial experience in related industry.
· Proficiency in Adobe Suite and MS Office. After effects and web-based software knowledge preferred.
· Packaging structural design.
Competitive salary and benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) pension plan with 1:1 matching up to 5% of basic salary, vested immediately. Summer hours between Memorial Day and Labor Day. This position has exceptional potential for growth for a motivated and proactive candidate. Local candidates only.
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