Subvrsive
Creative Director - Immersive, Contract
Subvrsive, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Creative Director
Subvrsive is an immersive innovation studio on a mission to build the best digital branded experiences for our partners. Founded in 2015 with deep roots in virtual and augmented reality, we've earned a reputation for innovatively and effectively applying new technologies in ways that disrupt the status quo. And we've done just that for partners big and small, trusted by teams at Google, Amazon, Netflix, Ford, TikTok, Snapchat and more. While the past few months have seen an uptick of metaverse talk, we've been walking the walk for six years running. Metaverse is what we do, and all we've done since 2015.
Role & Responsibility
Subvrsive is seeking an experienced Creative Director to join our creative innovation department building immersive experiences for a variety of exciting brands. The ideal candidate is obsessed with new technology and has exceptional attention to detail for both user centric design and copy. This FL position will start by September 2024 and has the potential to go into mid 2025.
This candidate should possess immaculate leadership skills to lead projects and teams effectively. They can provide effective feedback and creative direction to everyone in our multidisciplinary department as well as mentor and lead a prohect's team of creative leadership.They are able to stay humble while leading, pushing work creatively while fostering an environment that encourages expression, inclusivity, and collaboration. They are a thoughtful manager who leads by example and takes pride in helping people grow creatively and professionally.
We're looking for someone who is both a strategic thinker and team leader. Someone who can gracefully navigate between nurturing ongoing client relationships and winning new engagements while still getting the job done.
Our ideal candidate would be able to:
Lead a team to produce high-quality digital branded experiences, from concept to execution, and express ideas across multiple forms of emerging and traditional digital media - AR, VR, 360° video, spatial web experiences, Ai etc.Provide innovative solutions to creative problems, be a thought leader to our team and to our clients, and serve as the go-to person when creative solutions are neededLead creative process during and after new business initiatives, taking on projects both big and smallCommunicate effectively in a cross-functional team, creating and leading presentations for clients and other stakeholdersDevelop strong client relationships and be seen as a true partner with a deep understanding of their brand and product offeringsChampion strategically-led ideas that align with the client's brand standards and messaging guidelinesPartner effectively with teammates in Client Services, New Business, Development, Production, Content, Tech Art/3D and UX/UI to bring out the best of you and your team to our clients and the workManage, inspire, and mentor a team of creatives, even when you're not on the same projectsMaintain the quality and consistency of the creative deliverablesBe a champion for our culture and valuesQualifications include (but are not limited to):
10+ years of experience in an agency/studio environment creating digital experiences requiredStellar portfolio that shows creative range and exceptional attention to detailDemonstrable ability to produce work that is original, consistent in style and quality, and on brandExperience collaborating through shared documents and presenting work remotely as well as in personAbility to work independently - as well as lead a group including creative leads, tech art leads, ux leads, and visual designers - to solve complex problems in unique new waysAbility to own projects from concept through execution and deliveryAbility to manage, educate, and train other members of the team, providing constructive feedback that leads to consistent, quality workCollaborative, low-ego approach to working with multidisciplinary teams with the willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in where neededStrong client communication skills to help convey creative ideasDisciplined, but not rigidComfort with ambiguity and the ability to build structure and process across teamsHigh-performance orientation with an appreciation for working smarter, not harderPracticed in situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, and empowermentOptimistic and able to maintain a positive energy that inspires those around youIf hired, you can:
Work remotely within the US (within States Subvrsive is eligible to hire)The standard work day (9-5 CST)Subvrsive is:
A group of inspired people dedicated to changing how companies and people engage with technologyA place where employees are trusted to work independentlyA group of people excited to work with all the newest technologies
Subvrsive is an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe that diversity is vital to Subvrsive's ability to provide our clients with the best recommendations and are committed to fostering a varied and inclusive work environment. Your race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Subvrsive is an immersive innovation studio on a mission to build the best digital branded experiences for our partners. Founded in 2015 with deep roots in virtual and augmented reality, we've earned a reputation for innovatively and effectively applying new technologies in ways that disrupt the status quo. And we've done just that for partners big and small, trusted by teams at Google, Amazon, Netflix, Ford, TikTok, Snapchat and more. While the past few months have seen an uptick of metaverse talk, we've been walking the walk for six years running. Metaverse is what we do, and all we've done since 2015.
Role & Responsibility
Subvrsive is seeking an experienced Creative Director to join our creative innovation department building immersive experiences for a variety of exciting brands. The ideal candidate is obsessed with new technology and has exceptional attention to detail for both user centric design and copy. This FL position will start by September 2024 and has the potential to go into mid 2025.
This candidate should possess immaculate leadership skills to lead projects and teams effectively. They can provide effective feedback and creative direction to everyone in our multidisciplinary department as well as mentor and lead a prohect's team of creative leadership.They are able to stay humble while leading, pushing work creatively while fostering an environment that encourages expression, inclusivity, and collaboration. They are a thoughtful manager who leads by example and takes pride in helping people grow creatively and professionally.
We're looking for someone who is both a strategic thinker and team leader. Someone who can gracefully navigate between nurturing ongoing client relationships and winning new engagements while still getting the job done.
Our ideal candidate would be able to:
Lead a team to produce high-quality digital branded experiences, from concept to execution, and express ideas across multiple forms of emerging and traditional digital media - AR, VR, 360° video, spatial web experiences, Ai etc.Provide innovative solutions to creative problems, be a thought leader to our team and to our clients, and serve as the go-to person when creative solutions are neededLead creative process during and after new business initiatives, taking on projects both big and smallCommunicate effectively in a cross-functional team, creating and leading presentations for clients and other stakeholdersDevelop strong client relationships and be seen as a true partner with a deep understanding of their brand and product offeringsChampion strategically-led ideas that align with the client's brand standards and messaging guidelinesPartner effectively with teammates in Client Services, New Business, Development, Production, Content, Tech Art/3D and UX/UI to bring out the best of you and your team to our clients and the workManage, inspire, and mentor a team of creatives, even when you're not on the same projectsMaintain the quality and consistency of the creative deliverablesBe a champion for our culture and valuesQualifications include (but are not limited to):
10+ years of experience in an agency/studio environment creating digital experiences requiredStellar portfolio that shows creative range and exceptional attention to detailDemonstrable ability to produce work that is original, consistent in style and quality, and on brandExperience collaborating through shared documents and presenting work remotely as well as in personAbility to work independently - as well as lead a group including creative leads, tech art leads, ux leads, and visual designers - to solve complex problems in unique new waysAbility to own projects from concept through execution and deliveryAbility to manage, educate, and train other members of the team, providing constructive feedback that leads to consistent, quality workCollaborative, low-ego approach to working with multidisciplinary teams with the willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in where neededStrong client communication skills to help convey creative ideasDisciplined, but not rigidComfort with ambiguity and the ability to build structure and process across teamsHigh-performance orientation with an appreciation for working smarter, not harderPracticed in situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, and empowermentOptimistic and able to maintain a positive energy that inspires those around youIf hired, you can:
Work remotely within the US (within States Subvrsive is eligible to hire)The standard work day (9-5 CST)Subvrsive is:
A group of inspired people dedicated to changing how companies and people engage with technologyA place where employees are trusted to work independentlyA group of people excited to work with all the newest technologies
Subvrsive is an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe that diversity is vital to Subvrsive's ability to provide our clients with the best recommendations and are committed to fostering a varied and inclusive work environment. Your race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or veteran status have no bearing on our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.