Robb Report: Creative Director

$170,000 - $200,000/Yr

Penske Media Corporation - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

251-500 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Robb Report is seeking a Creative Director to oversee the look and feel of multiple editorial properties, including the monthly magazine, editorial print supplements, web, video and social, as well as event branding, marketing materials and more. This senior leadership role requires an experienced manager and a proven thought-leader in design, structure and digital and print storytelling. Strong ideation and hands-on design skills are a must. The Creative Director will be comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while balancing various creative executions across different verticals, from travel and art to style and real estate. They will have a portfolio of original design concepts and be able to execute award-winning photography and videography. This role is based in New York and reports to the editor in chief, but it requires close collaboration with the deputy editor and digital director, as well as category editors and the broader team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the look and feel of multiple editorial properties including magazine, web, video, and social media.
• Collaborate with the editorial team to ensure cohesive branding across all platforms.
• Manage the art department, including art director, photo director, and designer.
• Direct and produce photoshoots, ensuring high-quality visual content.
• Develop and execute original design concepts for various projects.
• Balance multiple creative executions across different verticals.
• Manage budget and allocate spending for freelance, illustrations, and photography.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of graphic design experience at a publishing, agency, or media company.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to articulate editorial concepts and ideas.
• Demonstrable expertise in print and digital design and eagerness to collaborate in ideation.
• Strong attention to detail and love of cutting-edge typography, design, illustration, and photography.
• Detailed knowledge of pre-press requirements for print: manufacturing process, proofing, and color correction.
• Experience producing and directing photoshoots.
• Ability to lead, nurture, and develop the art department.

Nice-to-haves

• A strong network of industry connections with illustrators, designers, and photographers.
• Deep interest in luxury brands, experiences, trends, and business.
• Thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Long-term disability
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Pet insurance
• Home & auto insurance