As a Senior Design Director, you will be responsible for leading projects by designing and creative mapping, partnering with the Account and Strategy Team to deliver the utmost level of strategic design, as well as strengthening client relationships. This role will report directly to an Associate Creative Director and Creative Director.
The SDD will lead with a strong presence in the room, manage and unify a project team and deliver clear expectations, concise creative input and timely feedback, positively contributing to the overall morale.
Lead the charge and sets the standard for design and creative thinking on major project initiatives and carry a strong range of versatile design work. Lead creative direction on established project initiatives, collaborate with a positive and open-minded attitude.
PARTNER with senior creative support with creative direction on major project initiatives, co-direct and map out creative, build rationale and presentation setup.
PRESENT creative at a high level, leading talking points and gaining team alignment, be flexible, ego-free, positive and professional with client feedback and post-presentation discussions.
PUSH creative beyond expectations with the highest standards at every stage of the process, display high motivation and never back down from a challenge.
MENTOR team members across all disciplines, take the time to be engaged and be aware of opportunities for growth.
ADAPT quickly to changing circumstances, reprioritize and react professionally with ego and emotions in check.
PARTNER with account strategy team with respect as equals, set expectations, manage deadlines and deliverables with the highest attention to detail.
PARTNER with creative director and creative strategy team developing story and design strategy for every design, connecting to brief and creative strategy.
CONTRIBUTE to growth plans for the design team, share information, ideas and observations with leadership, inputting on culture and morale and initiating goals to improve it.
COMMUNICATE and COORDINATE with leadership on workloads, scheduling, and project performance
Employ strong time management skills, juggle multiple projects and initiatives.
Work with leadership to map out and implement designers growth plans.
Add value throughout the creative process, contributing and supporting business and clients.
Works with an optimistic attitude and is a champion in the project process.
Works collaboratively with Account Strategy and Operations teams.