Manager, Creative

Lead the development of integrated creative concepts and assets supporting marketing and Member engagement strategies Direct and develop creative assets for social, digital, print, out-of-home, video, and other marketing channels Ensure creative execution aligns with AAA, Inc. brand standards and storytelling approach Partner with brand account managers, marketing specialists, designers, photographers, videographers, and production partners Manage creative project scope, priorities, timelines, budgets, and quality standards Present creative concepts, design recommendations, and campaign materials to stakeholders Apply current design, content, platform, and emerging creative tool trends to improve effectiveness while maintaining brand integrity Provide creative direction, feedback, coaching, and mentorship to graphic designers and other creative contributors Supervise assigned work output and performance, delegate work based on team strengths, and foster a collaborative creative culture Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in creative, design, brand, advertising, or marketing communications work Experience leading creative projects, providing creative direction, and supervising, mentoring, or guiding designers or other creative contributors Strong creative direction, conceptual thinking, and visual storytelling skills across integrated marketing campaigns Advanced knowledge of design principles, typography, photography, layout, composition, and brand identity systems Strong portfolio demonstrating creative concept development, design execution, campaign application, and brand-aligned work across multiple channels Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign Working knowledge of current design, presentation, and collaboration tools Knowledge of digital, social, video, print, out-of-home, and traditional marketing asset development Ability to apply emerging creative tools, including AI-enabled tools Strong project management, prioritization, organization, and time management skills Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills Ability to coach, mentor, delegate, resolve conflict, provide feedback, and support the development and performance of creative contributors Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in leading creative projects, providing direction, and mentoring designers while ensuring alignment with brand standards across various marketing channels. Proficient in applying advanced design principles and emerging creative tools to enhance campaign effectiveness. Highest-signal resume keywords Creative Direction Project Management Adobe Creative Suite Visual Storytelling Mentorship Hard Skills Graphic Design Concept Development Design Execution Brand Identity Systems Typography Photography Layout Composition Campaign Application Emerging Creative Tools Soft Skills Interpersonal Skills Collaboration Coaching Conflict Resolution Feedback Provision Industry Keywords Integrated Marketing Brand Standards Creative Assets Marketing Communications Digital Marketing Social Media Print Marketing Out-of-Home Advertising Video Marketing Traditional Marketing Tools & Technologies Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Presentation Tools Collaboration Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor