Focus on the Family
Creative Services, Sr Manager
Focus on the Family, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.
The Senior Manager, Creative Services position oversees designers and copywriters with an intense client focus and the purpose of delivering imaginative, memorable projects efficiently and effectively. The position reports to the Executive Director, Constituent Services and serves as a creative advisor across the ministry.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Inspires, facilitates, and coaches designers and copywriters to create beautiful, memorable projects that resonate with current and target audiences
Works closely with the brand management team to ensure Creative is doing its part to increase brand awareness
Manages designers and copywriters through all phases of projects: input session, creative kick-off, execution, presenting to client, final art production, coordinating with print buyers, and final delivery
Manages copywriters and provides guidance on how copy and design should work together
Works on high-level, high-impact projects across the ministry, as needed
Coordinates with the Traffic Team to prioritize creative activities, distribute projects to designers and copywriters, and provide monthly reports on team capacity
Reviews creative work before it is sent to clients
Understands and translates client needs to the creative team
Serves and interacts with clients in an engaging manner while keeping track of multiple, changing priorities
Leverages communication and collaboration skills to best strategize, manage, and execute the visual stylings of a winning marketing or advertising campaign
Establishes consistent creative processes
Works collaboratively with other creative, research, marketing, cultivation, and digital team members to develop creative work
May lead major design projects, such as See Life
Keeps up to date with trends in graphic design techniques and software
Other Duties/Responsibilities:
Assists in overall department initiatives such as creative training, branding exercises, research, etc.
Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., print, photography, voice work, film, music, visual arts, etc.) for distribution in any and all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, wireless, DVD, satellite and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which shall be for the benefit of Focus on the Family
Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:
Leads a team of 4-8 members of the Creative Services Team
Working Environment/Physical Requirements:
Office environment
Job Qualifications/Requirements
Character/Spiritual:
Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”
Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."
Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
Engages in Christian ministry
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)
Personal Characteristics:
Lives with integrity derived from Biblical values and demonstrates standards of conduct that meet or exceed company and/or legal requirements
Ability to handle stress associated with changing priorities and multiple tasks
Team-oriented and responsive
Results oriented, self-motivated, and committed
Able to receive feedback well
Detail-oriented and systematic
Creative and forward-thinking
Knowledge/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual media, or other relevant majors or equivalent experience
7-10 years of experience working in a creative agency or business environment, including 3 years of leadership experience
Experience in directing and optimizing the art/design work of teammates toward excellent results
Strong portfolio of completed brand & design projects in a variety of formats
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other software to assist with layouts, revisions, editing photos and vector drawing
Understanding of photography and video for use in design including art directing/interacting on custom shoots
Familiar with prepress techniques and file preparation
Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:
Develop and maintain a culture of high-profile creative excellence
Review and challenge creative work to ensure high quality
Experience developing, coaching, and mentoring people to reach their potential
Ability to confidently share and champion ideas and recommendations
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to adjust quickly to meet goals and/or changing circumstances (changed schedules, customer needs, or strategic direction)
Can work well under time pressure, ability to manage numerous objectives, projects, and/or activities at the same time. Will explain the reasons for changes to the team in an optimistic, forward-thinking way
Ability to work with within a team environment, including leading teams and being a part of other teams
Salary Range: $83,196 to $95,157/Yr.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Application Materials Instructions:
Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.
Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:
Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
AFLAC
403B Retirement Plan
Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
Sick Time
Holidays
Service Awards
Community Service Days
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Tuition Reimbursement
Warehouse Membership Reimbursement
Note : This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.
*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:
Sick Time
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Tentative Search Timeline:
Priority will be given to applications submitted by February 15th, 2024 (30days after approved). However, this posting will remain open until filled.
The potential employee start date is March 4th, 2024. (Next effective date)
Posting date:
Unposting date: ongoing until filled
Posting contact email: job@fotf.org
Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.
Job Details
Pay Type Salary
The Senior Manager, Creative Services position oversees designers and copywriters with an intense client focus and the purpose of delivering imaginative, memorable projects efficiently and effectively. The position reports to the Executive Director, Constituent Services and serves as a creative advisor across the ministry.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Inspires, facilitates, and coaches designers and copywriters to create beautiful, memorable projects that resonate with current and target audiences
Works closely with the brand management team to ensure Creative is doing its part to increase brand awareness
Manages designers and copywriters through all phases of projects: input session, creative kick-off, execution, presenting to client, final art production, coordinating with print buyers, and final delivery
Manages copywriters and provides guidance on how copy and design should work together
Works on high-level, high-impact projects across the ministry, as needed
Coordinates with the Traffic Team to prioritize creative activities, distribute projects to designers and copywriters, and provide monthly reports on team capacity
Reviews creative work before it is sent to clients
Understands and translates client needs to the creative team
Serves and interacts with clients in an engaging manner while keeping track of multiple, changing priorities
Leverages communication and collaboration skills to best strategize, manage, and execute the visual stylings of a winning marketing or advertising campaign
Establishes consistent creative processes
Works collaboratively with other creative, research, marketing, cultivation, and digital team members to develop creative work
May lead major design projects, such as See Life
Keeps up to date with trends in graphic design techniques and software
Other Duties/Responsibilities:
Assists in overall department initiatives such as creative training, branding exercises, research, etc.
Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., print, photography, voice work, film, music, visual arts, etc.) for distribution in any and all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, wireless, DVD, satellite and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which shall be for the benefit of Focus on the Family
Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:
Leads a team of 4-8 members of the Creative Services Team
Working Environment/Physical Requirements:
Office environment
Job Qualifications/Requirements
Character/Spiritual:
Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”
Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."
Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
Engages in Christian ministry
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)
Personal Characteristics:
Lives with integrity derived from Biblical values and demonstrates standards of conduct that meet or exceed company and/or legal requirements
Ability to handle stress associated with changing priorities and multiple tasks
Team-oriented and responsive
Results oriented, self-motivated, and committed
Able to receive feedback well
Detail-oriented and systematic
Creative and forward-thinking
Knowledge/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual media, or other relevant majors or equivalent experience
7-10 years of experience working in a creative agency or business environment, including 3 years of leadership experience
Experience in directing and optimizing the art/design work of teammates toward excellent results
Strong portfolio of completed brand & design projects in a variety of formats
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other software to assist with layouts, revisions, editing photos and vector drawing
Understanding of photography and video for use in design including art directing/interacting on custom shoots
Familiar with prepress techniques and file preparation
Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:
Develop and maintain a culture of high-profile creative excellence
Review and challenge creative work to ensure high quality
Experience developing, coaching, and mentoring people to reach their potential
Ability to confidently share and champion ideas and recommendations
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to adjust quickly to meet goals and/or changing circumstances (changed schedules, customer needs, or strategic direction)
Can work well under time pressure, ability to manage numerous objectives, projects, and/or activities at the same time. Will explain the reasons for changes to the team in an optimistic, forward-thinking way
Ability to work with within a team environment, including leading teams and being a part of other teams
Salary Range: $83,196 to $95,157/Yr.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Application Materials Instructions:
Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.
Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:
Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
AFLAC
403B Retirement Plan
Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
Sick Time
Holidays
Service Awards
Community Service Days
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Tuition Reimbursement
Warehouse Membership Reimbursement
Note : This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.
*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:
Sick Time
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Tentative Search Timeline:
Priority will be given to applications submitted by February 15th, 2024 (30days after approved). However, this posting will remain open until filled.
The potential employee start date is March 4th, 2024. (Next effective date)
Posting date:
Unposting date: ongoing until filled
Posting contact email: job@fotf.org
Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.
Job Details
Pay Type Salary