Edelman · 11 hours ago
SVP, Group Creative Director
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expEdelman is seeking a trend-savvy SVP, Group Creative Director for a top retail client. The role involves leading creative teams, driving innovative projects, and collaborating across various departments to create impactful work that resonates culturally.
AdvertisingAdvertising PlatformsAnalyticsBrand MarketingCMSContent MarketingCRMMarketingPublic Relations
Responsibilities
Ideating a content series
Brainstorming with the AI team
Crafting culture-shifting activation ideas
Leading and shaping the bigger vision
Partnering with strategy and social teams
Driving creative work that defies traditional PR or advertising norms
Mentoring and growing talent within the creative team
Setting a high creative bar and helping others meet it
Building and leading a team of art directors, copywriters, and designers
Collaborating with PMs and other departments to lead projects forward
Qualification
Required
A track record of award-winning, earned-centric and 360 creative work that breaks through
Experience leading large, multi-level creative teams—and a reputation for growing talent, not just managing it
Deep understanding of the style/fashion/beauty/home decor, with an eye for cultural nuance and craft
Proven success partnering across cross-functional teams (creative, strategy, production, social, etc.)
The ability to set a high creative bar—and the tools to help others meet it
At least 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in an integrated agency setting
A bachelor's degree, preferably in Fine Arts, Advertising, or other creative concentrations
Preferred
Demonstrated examples of high-caliber creative work where you specifically lead the transformation of strategic thinking into best-in-class creative work
Relevant agency experience in concept development, art direction, and/or copywriting within an integrated marketing, creative, advertising, or PR agency setting
Understanding of the production process for initiatives of various shapes and sizes, executed across multiple platforms and formats
Ability to craft and deliver presentations that sell ideas and expand client relationships
Ability to build and lead a team of art directors, copywriters, and designers, while also effectively collaborating with other internal and external teams
A natural flare for the unique, the buzz-worthy and the culturally relevant
Experience maintaining client contact as needed, building camaraderie to develop trusting relationships
The ability to collaborate with PMs and other departments to lead and move projects forward, assisting with budget and schedule development, and managing junior creatives' work
Ability to prioritize and manage work, adhering to critical project timelines while maintaining a high-level of craft and detail in a fast-paced environment
Grounded understanding of the role that PR and social media play in the overall communications marketing mix
Benefits
Medical and dental insurance
Vision
401K
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Travel assistance
Wellness programing
Company
Edelman
Edelman, a public relations firm, offers analysis, advertising, marketing, branding, and content and strategy management services.
5001-10000 employees
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