Creative Director

LandVest is looking for a full time Creative Director. If you believe in the power of exceptional design, have experience leading a creative team to deliver world-class design, and excel in project and process management, we want to talk to you.

Job Overview

The Creative Director reports to Vice President of Marketing, and will leverage an understanding of our target customers, the market, and the uniqueness of the LandVest and Christie’s International Real Estate brands to bring a compelling and distinct look, feel and experience to life across our marketing plan, social and digital content, and in all media executions.

The Creative Director will oversee a team of designers and staff, plus own a network of freelancers and contractors. As the lead for all creative developed within LandVest, the Creative Director will set the tone and oversee creative direction of our marketing social media, content, and digital work. The Creative Director will be instrumental is working with LandVest leadership on establishing the future direction of the brand and will serve as an evangelist for our identity and voice, ensuring that creative across our company works to represent our brand in a unified and effective way. Strengths in copywriting and project management skillsets are required.

The Creative Director position is remote but occasional travel to Boston and other satellite offices will be required. Experience with and a portfolio showcasing a background in luxury is preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the in-house creative team taking ownership of the LandVest creative department and associated processes.
• Lead the creative team to deliver world-class creative and content across all collateral (both production and brand) and advertising touchpoints including print, mailings, digital media, video, advertising, email, website and more.
• Collaborate with the Vice President of marketing and senior leadership on the development and deployment of the LandVest brand.
• Mentor and encourage creative team members to foster a positive work environment and facilitate learning, growth, and upskilling.
• Take ownership of our creative and project management tools and processes across the organization to drive efficiency by optimizing processes & workflows.
• Assist in the development of thought leadership content and social media content in partnership with the brokerage, timberland, and consulting divisions.
• Contribute to budget discussions, manage spends and contractors.
• Ensure the team is optimized to deliver effective and impactful creative and copy.
• Collaborate on the design and launch of new office locations as necessary.
• Play a key role in annual & quarterly strategic planning process.

• Education level: Bachelor’s Degree in design or equivalent and above.
• 10+ years of proven design experience including 5+ years of experience overseeing creative teams.
• Highly collaborative with a strong client-service oriented ethos.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with a variety of software programs, such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Flash.
• Knowledge of how to develop brand identities through multi-channel marketing.
• Good comfort level interacting with high-profile clients and industry professionals.
• Recent hands-on experience with applying design, copy, video, and web best practices.
• Professional business skills, such as presentation, negotiation, project management, and leadership.
• Talent in presenting information concisely and accurately, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong copywriting skills.

LandVest supports our employees and brokers with great benefits, competitive salaries, and by fostering a culture of acceptance and purpose. Our leadership team is top notch, and committed to creating a healthy environment in which our employees and brokers can thrive.

For information on LandVest, Inc., please visit our website at www.landvest.com

LandVest, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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