Manager, Creative Services (Design)

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If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.KPMG is currently seeking a Manager, Creative Services (Design) to join our Clients and Markets organization.Responsibilities:Lead the concept development, visual design, and brand identity strategy for major internal and external integrated creative initiatives, campaigns, and firmwide eventsServe as the primary design lead on active projects, directing creative teams through all phases of executionAct as the central creative liaison to internal clients and stakeholders while integrating with specialty disciplines (UX/UI, Digital, Video, Copywriting) to deliver unified multi-channel solutions; partner with Project Managers to coordinate resource scheduling and oversee end-to-end delivery using internal workflow tools (Optimizely / Design Track)Enforce brand guidelines across all digital, print, and multimedia touchpoints to guarantee consistency firmwide; accountable for ensuring creative quality by reviewing deliverables against industry benchmarks and project criteria for accuracy, polish, and launch readiness, and sharing learnings with the broader design organizationEncourage innovative thinking and creative solutions; champion the adoption of new technologies, best practices, and generative AI design tools across creative workflows; oversee effective use of AI tools and platformsFoster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment that encourages engagement and aligns with core values; serve as the Performance Management Leader (PML) for assigned direct reports (Senior Designers, Associate Designers), providing continuous guidance and skill developmentAct with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environmentQualifications:Minimum seven years of recent progressive experience in visual design, art direction, and brand identity development preferably within an in-house creative agency, design consultancy, or corporate professional services environment; minimum two years of demonstrated leadership experience directly managing, mentoring, or leading multidisciplinary design teams (including Senior and Associate Designers)Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, preferably in graphic design, visual communications, fine arts, digital media, or a related field; or minimum ten years of equivalent practical professional experienceAdvanced proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping software, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma / modern design system platformsExceptional interpersonal and executive presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership; strong capacity to navigate complex, fast-paced project environments, and balance creative ambition with rigorous deadlines and budgetsProven ability to translate high-level business goals into compelling creative strategies, multi-channel marketing campaigns, event identities, and brand systemsDemonstrated expertise and forward-looking adoption of generative AI design workflows and tools, and modern digital trends; deep understanding of enterprise brand guidelines, typography, layout hierarchy, print production, and digital accessibility standardsApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. 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