Associate Creative Director (Print/Brand Lead)

Description

What we need from you

• Innovate and present new and creative packaging that maintains but also pushes current brand standards and expectations 
• Work closely with the VP of Creative on creating high quality, competitive packaging, for ecommerce and retail distribution
• Assist in overseeing quality control of all packaging and print materials
• Concept campaigns and promotions with the marketing team
• Align with the VP of Creative to ensure a consistent direction, style, and methodology 
• Set the bar high and get there fast without sacrificing quality for speed
• Manage design team members and delegate tasks to complete projects
• Produce sketches and storyboards, to visualize ideas and concepts
• Present visual concepts and ideas in an organized, compelling, effective manner
• Create pixel perfect, print ready packaging and label designs
• Work with suppliers and vendors during all print-approval processes
• Ensure designs consistently align with the established brand guidelines 
• Maintain and build upon look and feel, accuracy, functionality of each brand’s identity
• Write comprehensive creative briefs for freelancers and other team members 
• Strong illustration and pre-press production skills
• Continue to learn new tools and techniques that can be applied to your design, typography, composition and storytelling abilities
• Have no problem rolling up your sleeves and hustling in order to get the job done
• Be comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment where ambiguity and short turnaround schedules are the standard
• Exhibit a high degree of ownership and accountability 
• Excel in managing multiple projects, priorities and people concurrently

Qualifications

What you can bring to the table

• Leadership in inspiring team members to create thoughtful and creative work
• Skill in working under pressure and delivering results within tight deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Fluency in all creative software (ie. Adobe Creative Cloud), prototyping tools, etc. and familiarity with G Suite products 
• Conceptual thinking in understanding the important relationship of business to marketing and creative disciplines 
• Exceptional illustration skills
• Solid understanding of prepress print production process
• Strong foundational skills including composition, design, and color theory
• Ability to take and give constructive criticism and maintain a professional attitude 
• High level of quality while working with design and deadline constraints
• Strong relational skills when working with team members, clients, and partners 
• High degree of ownership and accountability
• Strong project management skills 
• Willingness to push team members to achieve the desired results while maintaining positive and encouraging interactions 
• Effective time management and organizational skills 
• Independent and collaborative work style 

How to Apply

Apply directly on our LinkedIn Job posting or by emailing acarlisle@alaninu.com.