RKD Group · 10 hours ago
SVP, Executive Creative Director
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $225K/yr
15+ years expRKD Group is a direct response marketing and advertising agency seeking an SVP, Executive Creative Director to deliver exceptional multichannel creative strategy and production. This role combines strategic vision with operational excellence, managing both internal talent and external creative resources to achieve high standards.
AdvertisingDigital MarketingMarketing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and execute multichannel creative strategies that align with client objectives and business goals across all touchpoints (digital, print, video, social, experiential)
Ensure creative output maintains the highest standards of quality, innovation, and brand consistency while meeting client requirements and expectations
Lead creative reviews and provide strategic directions to ensure deliverables are on-brand, on-strategy, and on-time
Champion creative excellence while balancing commercial realities and client budgets
Manage and optimize the utilization of freelance and outsourced creative talent to maintain quality standards while adhering to budget parameters
Build and maintain a network of high-quality creative partners, vendors, and freelancers across various disciplines
Maximize talent utilization and billability through strategic resource planning and workflow optimization
Develop internal creative talent through mentorship, feedback, and professional development opportunities
Establish and enforce rigorous quality control processes to ruthlessly reduce errors, reworks, and revisions
Implement systems and workflows to ensure creative deliverables are completed on time and meet accuracy standards
Monitor and report on key performance indicators including billability, accuracy rates, and timeliness metrics
Manage creative budgets effectively, ensuring profitability while delivering exceptional creative work
Partner with the CTO to identify and implement technology solutions that unlock creative efficiency and scalability (including AI, automation, and workflow tools)
Collaborate with EVP Offline, EVP Online, and EVP Marketing Science to develop integrated strategic approaches that enhance creative effectiveness and efficiency
Explore and pilot new creative formats, use cases, and applications that leverage emerging technologies and platforms
Stay ahead of industry trends in creative technology, AI-assisted design, automation, and marketing innovation
Identify opportunities to standardize, templatize, and automate repeatable creative processes without sacrificing quality
Other responsibilities may be assigned
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in creative leadership roles within advertising agencies, marketing firms, or in-house creative departments
Proven track record of managing multichannel creative campaigns from concept through execution
Strong portfolio demonstrating creative excellence across multiple mediums and channels
Experience managing creative budgets and resources with a focus on efficiency and profitability
Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships with freelance and vendor partners
Strong operational skills with experience implementing quality control processes and workflow systems
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate creative vision to clients and stakeholders
Preferred
Experience with AI-powered creative tools and automation platforms
Background in performance marketing or data-driven creative optimization
Familiarity with creative project management software and workflow automation tools
Experience scaling creative operations in fast-growth environments
Track record of innovation in creative processes, formats, or technology adoption
Benefits
A full range of benefits
Company
RKD Group
RKD Group is a fundraising and marketing provider to hundreds of nonprofit organizations.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
BV Investment PartnersBrook Venture Partners
2022-08-23Acquired
2019-01-30Private Equity
2011-06-27Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Andrew Laudano
Senior Vice President of Client Services
Kristen McCool
Senior Vice President, Client Services
Recent News
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