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Initiative · 1 month ago

Associate Director, Communications Design

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$95K/yr - $120K/yr

6+ years exp

Initiative is a media agency dedicated to reshaping the industry and enhancing consumer experiences for brands like Nike and Amazon. As the Associate Director of Communications Design, you will orchestrate the communications plan and oversee its execution, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and creating impactful brand experiences.

AdvertisingDigital MediaInnovation ManagementMarketing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversees the development of the detailed communications plan to power the idea

In conjunction with Director, Communications Design present the Connections Design holistic approach to the relevant stakeholders

Manage the outputs of day-to-day requirements and workflow of the client as it relates to Communications Design

Present client education program around Communications Design relevant marketplace trends

Oversee the management and training of design team in communications planning fundamentals

Spearhead the best practice application of planning approach including key tools and techniques to surface media and marketing intelligence and insights to produce an impactful, culturally rich communications plan across owned, earned, shared, paid (OESP)

Write and manage outputs from RFP submissions from the Design discipline, in collaboration with Partnerships leads

Contribute to client Key Performance Indicator (KPI) delivery and to Specialty Business Units (SBU) growth and client profitability

Contribute to new business as required

Qualification

Integrated planning experienceClient relationship managementCommunication skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyTime-management skillsDelegation skillsProblem-solving abilityTeam collaboration

Required

Experience in an integrated planning role in media, publisher / vendor, or communications discipline (digital, content)

Ability to delegate and oversee direct reports

Proven ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and vendors

Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills

Strong time-management and organizational skills

Required PC proficiency and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Preferred

6+ years relevant experience with 3+ years managing or developing staff

Category or audience experience as relevant per assignment

Proven problem-solving ability

Ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) plans

Flex spending

Life insurance

Disability

Employee discount program

Employee stock purchase program

Paid family benefits

Company

Initiative

Glassdoor3.8

Initiative is a global communications network.

Founded in 1975

New York, New York, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.initiative.com

H1B Sponsorship

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