Cottingham & Butler ยท 1 day ago
Creative Design Manager
Dubuque, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCottingham & Butler is seeking an experienced Creative Design Manager to drive their visual direction and oversee major brand initiatives. The role combines hands-on design expertise with strategic leadership, focusing on brand refreshes and mentoring the creative team.
Financial ServicesInsurance
Hiring Manager
McKenzie Kline
Responsibilities
Lead and personally execute our most critical creative initiatives, including comprehensive brand refresh and major marketing campaigns
Demonstrate strong brand vision through designing and leading high-visibility materials across digital and print platforms
Develop and refine brand guidelines while evolving our visual identity
Oversee complex creative projects from concept through final production, ensuring exceptional quality standards
Lead, mentor, and develop our design team members in their creative and professional growth
Provide day-to-day creative direction and guidance to team members on their projects
Foster collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and skill development
Manage team workload and project assignments to optimize both individual growth and team productivity
Make strategic decisions about visual identity, brand positioning, and overall creative approach
Collaborate with leadership to align creative vision with business objectives
Translate business requirements and market needs into compelling creative solutions
Evaluate creative performance and ROI to inform future strategic decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field
5+ years of progressive design experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities
Portfolio showcasing both individual design excellence and strategic brand thinking
Experience managing creative teams while maintaining hands-on design involvement
Strong visual design skills with keen eye for typography, color, and composition
Strategic mindset with ability to translate business objectives into compelling creative solutions
Excellent communication skills for presenting concepts to stakeholders and guiding team members
Proven project management abilities with experience handling multiple complex initiatives
Business acumen to understand market positioning and competitive landscape
Collaborative approach to creative development and team management
Decisive problem-solving skills with ability to maintain creative integrity under pressure
Natural mentor who enjoys developing others' creative and professional abilities
Adaptability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution as needed
Benefits
PTO and paid holidays to recharge and inspire creativity
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance (most benefits starting Day 1)
Financial security through 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
Peace of mind with company-paid short and long-term disability and life insurance
Maternity and parental leave programs
On-site dining options, fitness center, and childcare center for better work-life integration
Subsidized parking to simplify your daily commute
Company
Cottingham & Butler
Cottingham & Butler is the 35th largest insurance broker in the US.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase