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Creative Director - Graphic Design
Kohler
Kohler, WI, United States
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The Associate Creative Director – Graphic Design is a digitally savvy specialist in Design and Aesthetics. This individual will bring innovative ideas and have the ability to drive those ideas to completion as a leader and collaborator. This position will be responsible for providing creative team mentorship in order to foster and grow ideas in a team oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have an excellent portfolio of graphic design and digital work, and be eager to bring strategic thinking to a wide spectrum of brand-building & marketing challenges.
Specific Responsibilities:
Creative Product Output
• Mastery level in Graphic Design including, but not limited to typography, brand system & logo design, image making and layout/composition.
• Ability to design and provide creative feedback to improve design across all mediums including print, digital/web, video and photography
• Cultivate and drive innovative digital content and experiences via online, mobile social and environments
• Ensures the timely development and execution of campaigns and projects designed to deliver results for the team and the business
• Display global awareness and an understanding of global advertising
• Delivers original ideas that are clear, concise and convincing
• Actively contribute to a culture of innovation, excellence and accountability; continuously push the edges of what’s possible and inspire creative excellence
• Is a student of the industry – keeps abreast of current trends and technologies to maintain leading edge and credibility
Relationship Management:
• Assures full trust in covering business partner meetings – can present ideas in a clear manner, can defend a point of view regarding those ideas, and is an active listener and problem solver when feedback is provided
• Has a respectful and partnering relationship with all teams within the group – account, strategy, project management, design, studio production, photography, retouching, digital, social, etc.
• In partnership with Executive Creative Director, manages outside vendor and agencies as well as freelancers and contract workforce as appropriate.
Leadership:
• Encourages and fosters career development of the team; provides creative direction to others – encouraging thinking beyond their own work.
• In partnership with the Executive Creative Director, leads high performing team that meets all deadlines with work that consistently exceeds expectations
• Can delegate workload and resources effectively to cover major assignments without the need for additional teams, while managing lower level teams on minor assignments
Skills/Requirements
• 10+ years’ experience in advertising or an idea-led creative agency
• BS, BA, BFA or relevant degree required
• Portfolio to demonstrate creative abilities
• OMNI-Channel experience – TV, Print, Digital, Social, Content/Video
• 2-5 years’ leadership of creative team required
Why Work at Kohler Co.?
Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.
In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohler.com.
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.