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Saucony · 5 hours ago

Senior Art Director - Saucony

Rockford, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Saucony is a company that exists for runners, constantly striving to create the best running shoes and apparel. The Senior Art Director is responsible for leading the creative vision and execution of high-quality visual concepts across various media, while managing relationships with internal and external partners to deliver integrated marketing campaigns.

ApparelManufacturing

Responsibilities

Conceptualize and develop visually engaging ideas, and translate across various media (TV, Digital, Print, Branded Content, Social) ensuring that all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, creativity, and brand consistency

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with creative team, cross-functional partners, and external partners, collaborating effectively to execute integrated marketing campaigns

Stay up-to-date of industry trends, emerging technologies, and design best practices, integrating new techniques and approaches into our creative processes to maintain a competitive edge in the advertising landscape

Present creative concepts and designs internally, and incorporate feedback into the development process to ensure project success

Guides the activities of both internal and external creative partners and ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in a manner that represents creative excellence

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, setting project timelines, allocating resources effectively, and ensuring that all deadlines are met, while maintaining a focus on delivering exceptional creative work

Performs duties consistent with the Company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies

Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteAdvertising agency experienceCreative concept developmentStrategic thinkingProject managementCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilitiesRelationship building

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

8-10 years advertising agency experience

Proven ability to research and translate design trends into graphic concepts

Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including the Adobe Creative Suite, with a strong grasp of typography, layout, and visual communication techniques

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts, strategies, and design decisions effectively to both internal and external stakeholders

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a demonstrated ability to translate client briefs into impactful creative campaigns that drive brand awareness and engagement

Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent project and time management skills, and attention to detail while simultaneously managing multiple projects