Associate Creative Director

Caleres - Saint Louis, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Saint Louis, MO

Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Associate Creative Director at Caleres, Inc. is a pivotal role responsible for leading a creative team in the development and execution of comprehensive marketing campaigns across various channels. This position emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and strategic thinking to uphold brand standards while driving innovative design solutions. The role offers an opportunity to influence the future of well-known footwear brands and requires a passion for fashion and design.

Responsibilities

• Guide the creative team from concept to execution of 360 campaigns, including imagery, video, in-store signage, and digital content.
• Drive the creative process from product launch through pre-production, motivating designers and writers to achieve high design standards.
• Manage production budgets for photo shoots, including photographers, models, and stylists.
• Ensure the team understands the assigned consumer segment and the variables to reach them by channel.
• Conduct ongoing touch bases and yearly performance reviews for team members.
• Research and stay current on consumer style, fashion, and trend information relevant to each brand.

Requirements

• Previous experience at an Ad Agency and/or Retail In-House Creative Department (5 years preferred).
• Leadership and people management experience (5 years).
• Proficiency in Macintosh, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, CS4, CS5, Sketch app, Workfront, and InVision.
• Proven success in communicating design expectations and strategic intent to creative staff.
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Benefits

• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands