DreamWorks Animation · 1 day ago
Creative Director
100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expNBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. They are seeking a Creative Director to lead the development and execution of innovative, high-impact co-branded campaigns across NBCU’s portfolio, aligning sponsor goals with NBCU IP while managing creative teams and collaborating with various departments.
AnimationFilmMedia and Entertainment
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of innovative, high-impact co-branded campaigns across NBCU’s portfolio, aligning sponsor goals with NBCU IP
Drive creative ideation and execution in partnership with Sales, Strategy, Development, and Network teams
Develop concepts and produce content for campaigns across Linear, Streaming, Social, and Digital platforms
Manage creative teams (writers, producers, editors, designers) and provide direction throughout production
Collaborate with talent, production, and vendors to deliver on vision, budget, and timelines
Effectively presents and pitches creative concepts internally and externally during pre-sale and post-sale phases
Ensure alignment with content strategy and foster cross-team collaboration
Oversees creative execution with the ability to directs shoots as needed, encouraging innovation and problem-solving
Conceptual thinker and a creative motivator, while also being proactive and detail-oriented
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in the creative field
Deep knowledge and expertise on creation of social content
Knowledge of all NBCU properties (scripted, reality, awards shows, late night, news) with an emphasis on sports and Olympics
Bachelor's Degree
Ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines as well as able to multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Must be excellent communicator
Ability to travel and work on overtime and on weekends as required by ongoing projects
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Experience and deep knowledge of producing digital and social content, in addition to linear
Exceptional interpersonal skills with both internal teams and external clients
Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt to changing deadlines and schedules
Creative & strategic problem solver
Ability to communicate clearly to a team as well as assess and improve the work of writers, producers, editors and designers in this regard
Excellent grasp and understanding of network branding and voice, tone, manner and style
Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA a minimum of 4 days/week
Preferred
Management experience preferred: TV network, streamer, advertising or related production business
Benefits
Sales Incentive Compensation
Long-Term Incentive eligible
Company
DreamWorks Animation
DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. engages in the development, production, and exploitation of animated films and associated characters
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15M2016-04-28Acquired
2015-02-12Post Ipo Equity· $15M
2004-10-28IPO
Leadership Team
Kate Swanborg
SVP, Technology Communications and Strategic Alliances
Shabrayia Cleaver
Associate Producer / Producer (Feature/Short)
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