Creative Director

Kramer Madison, a design-driven marketing company, specializing in providing clients solutions in creative, print, mail and promotional products, is seeking a Creative Director to join our team. As a Creative Director, you will be responsible for leading and inspiring the creative team to develop and execute innovative and compelling visual and conceptual solutions across various mediums. Your role will involve managing the creative direction, strategy, and execution of projects that align with the company’s brand identity, goals, and objectives along with those of our valued clients. We are looking for an experienced leader who can inspire others while taking our creative output to a new level as we continue to grow. You will collaborate closely with multiple teams to ensure a cohesive and impactful creative output.

Since collaboration is a very important part of our team, this is an onsite position only.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and communicate a clear creative vision that aligns with the company’s brand and marketing strategies.

·      Drive the overall creative direction and ensure consistency across all projects and campaigns.

·      Lead and review the work of the creative teams for all web, print, and digital marketing collateral.

·      Produce fresh, innovative design work and write well-crafted content that translates complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences.

·      Develop and manage content strategy for both small and large projects, utilizing brand design, copy, art, and digital technology.

·      Stay updated with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging design technologies to keep the creative team ahead of the curve.

·      Lead, mentor, and manage a team of designers, and other creative professionals.

·      Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement.

·      Delegate tasks effectively based on individual strengths and project requirements.

·      Oversee the end-to-end creative process, from conceptualization to final execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

·      Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables.

·      Provide guidance and feedback to ensure that creative work meets quality standards and exceeds client expectations.

·      Lead brainstorming sessions and idea generation for various creative projects.

·      Contribute innovative concepts and ideas to enhance brand messaging, visual aesthetics, and user experiences.

·      Transform complex ideas into visually compelling and easily understandable designs and messaging.

·      Maintain and evolve the brand identity, ensuring that all creative materials adhere to brand guidelines.

·      Review and approve designs, visuals, and copy to ensure consistency and alignment with the brand’s tone and voice.

·      Engage with clients to understand their objectives, preferences, and feedback, and incorporate them into the creative process.

·      Present final creative concepts to clients and obtain approvals for deliverables.

·      Meet budget requirements by forecasting and managing expenses

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a senior creative role.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a range of successful creative projects across different mediums.
• Experience in creating marketing/advertising campaigns – from developing the vision and messaging platform to overseeing production on time and within budget
• Experience in writing integrated content across all marketing channels: including digital, social media and print.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse creative team.
• Proficiency in design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align creative efforts with broader business goals.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Contact [email protected] with your portfolio, resume, and salary requirements.

Kramer Madison