Ketchum · 1 week ago
Senior Creative Director
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$155K/yr - $185K/yr
12+ years expKetchum is a global communications consultancy with 100 years of experience, seeking a Senior Creative Director who is passionate about innovative ideas based on human truths and consumer behaviors. The role involves leading a dynamic team, collaborating across various functions, and developing creative strategies for clients in diverse industries.
GovernmentMarketingPublic Relations
Responsibilities
Partner with account leaders to develop programs for current clients and win new clients applying strategic rigor to creative concept development
Act as a catalyst to generate and embrace diversity of ideas and thinking across the team/client networks
Support planned creative needs and keep the creative dialed up with unsolicited ideas that delight clients
Lead solo and group creative ideation for client opportunities; develop/vet ideas generated in brainstorm sessions
Originate, source and write concepts
Present creative concepts confidently to colleagues, inter-agency teams and clients/prospects
Be a creative leader, who is integral to the planning process from table read to presentation
Work collaboratively with Ketchum Analytics & Strategy to develop true insights and creative briefs that drive creative programming
Welcome debate and encourage constructive criticism. Communicate clear, progressive direction
Contribute to the development of engaged and dynamic teams. Foster respect and collaboration within the team and/or agency partners. Identify issues within the team and drive to resolution
Act as brand and talent ambassador internally and externally, participate in development of special practice areas
Work closely with select Ketchum’s industry leaders in the industries mentioned above as a dedicated creative resource, helping to build those industries and invigorate client growth
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with multiple clients, agency partners and internal stakeholders
Share relevant trends, industry insights and inspiration to promote creative thinking across Ketchum clients
Work with account team to identify growth opportunities with client via creative ideation
Qualification
Required
At least 12+ years of experience of agency and/or corporate public relations experience
Proven track record in growing business through insight-led strategy and/or concept development
Deep understanding of earned media and how to develop earned-led creative concepts
Excellent facilitation and negotiation skills required to lead a room (virtually and IRL) of people and diverse teams to align around a clear and singular point of view
Agency experience required: Public Relations (priority), Social Media, Advertising, Experiential
Proven experience in working with clients at the brand manager and CMO and other C-Suite levels
Ability to lead and drive to the best client solutions through ambiguity, being adaptable to changing priorities
Experience in analyzing research and insight mining
Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple client priorities and assignments
Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit with vision and leadership to enact change
Exceptional oral and written communications skills; captivating presenter, storyteller and great listener; strong negotiating, persuasion and diplomacy skills
Desire to bring your whole self to work with a fun and supportive team across the country
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field a plus
Benefits
A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available.
Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office
Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Family Forming Benefits
Employee Recognition Program
Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule
Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life
Tuition reimbursement
Monthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursement
Company
Ketchum
Ketchum provides public relations, marketing, and corporate communications services worldwide. It is a sub-organization of Omnicom Group.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ashley Cummings
Vice President, Group Manager (Consumer Technology)
Rob Flaherty
Chairman Emeritus
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