Creative Director, Design

Company IntroductionRead all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C., and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world - and themselves - in new ways.WorldStrides in-house Creative Studio seeks an experienced "Creative Director, Design" to lead and deliver multi-channel creative (digital, print, video, experiential, etc.) to raise brand awareness, unlock audience engagement, and drive revenue. Ultimately, crafting creative that resonates with target audiences. The "Creative Director, Design" is a proven creative problem solver who excels at "˜design-thinking.' You are a natural leader, master of your craft, quick on your feet, and laser-focused on results-oriented outcomes. This is a "˜working manager' leadership role with assigned direct reports. You'll develop and execute your own deliverables while also providing guidance and mentorship to others. From ideation-to-creation, we want someone who can take an idea all the way from inception to presentation, delivery, and beyond. This leadership position will be an integral part of the in-house Creative Studio reporting directly to the Executive Creative Director. This role can be fully remote (but working east coast hours) or based in one of our offices in Charlottesville, VA, Vienna, VA, Austin, TX, Boston, MA, or NY, NY.Creative Director, Design ResponsibilitiesBe - and champion - of our brand, articulated consistently across all deliverablesLead and deliver exceptional creative work (concept to completion) that drives resultsManage others influencing creative in various formats, from integrated campaigns, website, video, sales, and marketing engagement collateral and beyondWork closely with copywriter(s) influencing voice and tonePartner with stakeholders to understand the brief, inputting ideas that strengthen outcomesPresent to and build strong relationships with internal partnersInfluence outsourced creative resources contracted for specific assignmentsFocused on process, efficiencies, and performance data metricsLead by example. Be an idea catalyst. Inspire staff to showcase creative talents.Work PerksFun & driven environment.Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start - accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.Team Member Discount Program.Requirements10+ years of creative and multi-disciplinary design leadership (agency experience is a plus)3+ years staff management experienceStrong understanding of all creative forms (digital, print, video, experiential, etc.)Proficient in Adobe Creative apps, After Effects, Premier, Figma-3D (Blender) a plusOrganized and manage work (yourself and others), adhering to critical project timelinesProblem-solver offering pearls of wisdom at every stage of the projectExcellent interpersonal skills to inspire, lead and motivate-give clear direction to othersUnderstand the balance between concept and strategy, content, and designCommunicating clearly and conciselyStrong presentation skills, demonstrating the strength of your ideas.Note that applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-10-23