Executive Creative Director

The Executive Creative Director is a key member of the Creative Team. This is a leadership position, responsible for the creative strategy, as well as the management of the Creative Team including employee mentorship, training, accountability, and development.

As a key leader in the organization, the Executive Creative Director will:

• Develop and articulate a clear, compelling vision
• Inspire others with authentic enthusiasm and passion
• Cultivate the highest performance standards and not settle for mediocracy
• Have an unwavering commitment to the company’s success

Key Responsibilities:

• Set the creative vision and deliver innovative, groundbreaking creative work that increases client engagement and generates industry attention.
• Expand the company’s experiential offerings.
• Lead creative concepts for new business, developing innovative ideas that align with prospective clients’ objectives and push creative boundaries.
• Play a pivotal role in new and existing client presentations, showcasing the company’s creative expertise.
• Oversee all creative aspects of projects from conception to delivery, keeping within timelines and budget.
• Implement creative automation tools to accelerate repetitive tasks, allowing team members to focus on strategic and creative aspects.
• Develop and lead a high-performing Creative Team and foster effective communication by implementing regular team meetings, soliciting and providing regular feedback, and encouraging open and honest dialogue.
• Optimize resource allocation to ensure team members' skills and expertise are fully utilized.
• Regularly assess processes and implement changes to optimize performance.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 15+ years of creative experience in either 2D (Graphic Design, Digital Media, Motion Graphics) or 3D (Environmental Design – tradeshow exhibits, retail, events)
• 10+ years of leadership experience
• Creative agency experience is a plus
• Demonstrated business acumen and thought leadership
• Proficiency in creative tools and platforms
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex projects in a matrix organization
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to oversee and improve the performance of team members
• Ability to organize people & resources to achieve objectives
• Thrives under pressure and manages multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced industry
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Salary range posted for this position is purposefully broad. The initial compensation offered may be outside of this range and will be determined by multiple factors, including the applicant’s job-related skills, relevant experience, and education. This role offers significant opportunities for growth in terms of role development and compensation.

** This position is an in-office role in the Webster, NY location.**

The pay range for this role is:

75,000.00 - 150,000.00 USD per year