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
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