Creative Lead
Are you a visionary Creative Lead with a mastery of Branding and Design, inspired by the likes of Massimo Vignelli, Jonathan Ive, or Wally Olins? Do you excel in strategic thinking and problem-solving, pushing creative boundaries to craft stunning visuals and compelling content? Join our dynamic team to build brands and create unforgettable experiences. With your unique vision and expertise, let's leverage design and redefine what's possible together!
Location: Remote
Consultancy Hours: 40 hours/week
Reporting to: Co-founders
Requirements
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a similar capacity, with a proven track record in branding, design, and team management.
- A comprehensive portfolio showcasing a range of successful branding projects across various industries.
- Experience in leading, mentoring, and inspiring creative teams, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.
- Skilled in resolving conflicts and addressing challenges within the team to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Excellent project management skills with experience coordinating complex projects and managing multiple priorities.
- Keen attention to detail to ensure all project elements are executed to the highest standard.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines without compromising quality.
- Exceptional creative vision with a keen eye for design, aesthetics, and detail.
- Strong sense of aesthetics and understanding of visual hierarchy, color theory, typography, and layout.
- Up-to-date with the latest design trends and able to incorporate them into branding projects.
- Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite)
- Skills in animation and/or UI/UX design are a plus
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate creative concepts and solutions effectively.
- Experience in managing client relationships, understanding their needs, and delivering solutions that exceed expectations.
- Ability to work seamlessly with different departments to ensure a unified brand message.
Responsibilities
Brand Development
- Lead the brainstorming and ideation process to develop unique and compelling brand concepts.
- Oversee the creation and execution of branding materials, ensuring they are consistent with the brand’s voice and identity.
- Ensure all branding efforts align with the client’s strategic goals and vision.
Design
- Participate in the design process, creating and refining branding elements such as logos, typography, color palettes, and other visual assets.
- Develop prototypes and mockups for branding projects, ensuring they effectively communicate the brand’s message and identity.
- Utilize design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) to create high-quality design elements and assets.
- Continuously review and refine design elements to ensure they meet the project’s objectives and standards.
Creative Direction
- Review and critique all creative work to ensure it meets the highest standards of quality and creativity.
- Provide constructive feedback and direction to designers, helping them refine their work and achieve the desired outcome.
- Establish and maintain brand guidelines and standards across all creative outputs.
Quality Control
- Implement a robust review process to ensure all branding materials are error-free and meet the company’s quality standards.
- Give final approval on all creative outputs before they are delivered to clients or published.
- Ensure consistency in quality and style across all branding materials, maintaining a cohesive brand identity.
Team Leadership
- Oversee the day-to-day activities of the branding team, ensuring that each designer is aligned with the project's goals and deadlines.
- Provide guidance and support to designers, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Create an inspiring team environment with open communication, encouraging creativity and innovation.
Project Coordination
- Develop detailed project timelines with the Head of Branding, ensuring all phases of a project are completed on schedule.
- Allocate resources effectively, ensuring the right designers are working on the right projects based on their skills and experience, and make necessary adjustments when needed.
Client Servicing
- Communicate and engage with clients to understand their branding needs, objectives, and challenges.
- Present creative concepts and proposals to clients, articulating the rationale and strategic thinking behind each idea.
- Incorporate client feedback into the final deliverables, ensuring their vision is realized while maintaining creative integrity.
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Integrate branding efforts into broader marketing campaigns to enhance impact and reach.
- Provide support to the digital marketing team when needed.
- Conduct regular workshops to share the latest updates, transfer knowledge, and provide a fresh perspective on elevating brands.
Trends & Technology
- Continuously research and analyze industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments in branding, design, animation, and UI/UX.
- Harness AI-powered design tools, AR/VR applications, and 3D animation software to create immersive and interactive brand experiences.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in generative AI, machine learning, and other relevant technologies that could impact the design and branding landscape.
- Share insights, best practices, and findings from technology experiments with the team to elevate the overall quality of work and foster a culture of innovation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies into existing design workflows and processes.