Creative Director (Art)

TMA - The Marketing Arm - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

About the position

The position is for a creative leader at TMA, responsible for directing and managing a team of art directors and copywriters. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership skills, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional creative work while fostering team development and client relationships. This role requires a passion for storytelling and the ability to inspire and mentor others in a fast-paced agency environment.

Responsibilities

• Directing and managing art directors and copywriters within the group, overseeing their time, workload, and interpersonal relationships.
• Leading broadcast and content production projects from concept to execution.
• Understanding input from senior leadership and clients, effectively directing the team toward better creative executions.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of cultural, design, and business trends.
• Building effective relationships with teammates and clients.
• Maintaining a flexible work schedule, as weekend and extended workdays are sometimes necessary.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the marketplace our clients operate in, strategy, and the competitive landscape.
• Delivering inspired creative while being a great team player both internally and externally, remaining positive, flexible, and supportive throughout all stages of projects.
• Inspiring and mentoring staff members, cultivating their career development.
• Loving to learn and teach, sharing knowledge with the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a directly related field (advertising, graphic design, visual arts, etc.).
• 8+ years of agency experience as a graphic designer or art director.
• 5+ years of broadcast content production on large scale projects.
• Experience in management responsibilities and leading a team.
• Ability to build and maintain solid relationships with clients and account teams.
• Self-motivation and ability to motivate others to creatively and strategically solve multiple problems at once, under quick deadlines.
• Ability to brainstorm in large groups and develop big promotional ideas from beginning to end.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign CS5 or above.
• Knowledge of PowerPoint and Keynote is a plus.
• Solid portfolio, available online.
• Excellent communicator and storyteller with the ability to deliver strategy-driven creative that inspires.
• Strong and persuasive presentation skills, able to articulate a vision in a way that influences others to buy-in.
• Fun and outgoing leader, excited to dig in at all phases of an experiential program and make a strong impact.
• Business-minded with a well-founded understanding of marketing tactics and their role within the experiential ecosystem.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in experiential marketing or related fields.
• Familiarity with digital content production and social media strategies.

Benefits

• Continuous training, educational programs, speaker series, and workshops.
• Culture events throughout the year.
• Communities to connect with.
• Competitive vacation plan, sick days, and personal days to prioritize mental health.
• Summer Flex Days.
• Robust holiday schedule.
• Parental leave.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.