IPG Media Brands
Design, Director, New Business
IPG Media Brands, Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101
Design, Director, New Business
Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.Location: New York, New York, United States Office: New York Agency: UM - United States Ref#: 2904 Job Function: New Business Type of Contract: Regular
Business OverviewUM is a global media agency committed to Futureproofing our clients' businesses. We leverage the transformational power of rich business analytics and real-time intelligence to maximize growth and activate the full consumer journey across content and connections. As the leading global media network in IPG Mediabrands, UM operates in over 100 countries, with more than 3,000 people innovating on a roster of global clients including Accenture, American Express, GoPro, Johnson & Johnson, Levi Strauss & Co, Mattel, Sony, and Spotify. UM is globally headquartered in New York, with North American offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, Birmingham, Detroit, Montreal, and Toronto.At UM, we know our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a culture rooted in Diversity, Equity & Belonging, where everyone feels they belong, and their contributions are valued. We prioritize personal and professional growth, encourage an entrepreneurial spirit to pursue passion projects, and celebrate our people and community with moments of joy and spontaneity. Our leadership is dedicated to building a culture of care that permeates every element of the company from work flexibility to career planning to regular talent reviews, and more.Fearless:
We bring our authentic selves to work and put our whole selves into the workOptimistic:
We approach challenges with empathy and curiosity, infusing joy into everything we doRelentless:
We're unwavering in our pursuit of the right solution, eager to reimagine what's possibleUnified:
We band together to accomplish what we could not otherwise do aloneMasterful:
We're constantly growing in our craft, setting new standards for our industry and our worldWe are proud to be named an AdAge Best Place to Work several times over, a Top Workplace in the US by Great Places to Work, a top 10 FORTUNE 2022 Best Workplaces in Advertising & Marketing and She Runs It's 2021 Outstanding Company for Working Mothers. But feedback is most meaningful when it comes from our own people: over 90% of our employees say the agency is a great place to work and 95% say they are proud to work at UM.Position SummaryWe are looking for a talented Design Director to join our Global Growth team. In this role, you will be a key leader of the design team working with key agency leadership, new business team members, and presentation designers to bring UM's proposition to life with a magical combination of creativity and logic, arts and smarts, and beauty and brains. You will be responsible for coordinating and leading design concepts for all pitch materials to bring wins home! This person will lead from ideation and creation to execution and implementation to design polished, inspiring presentation decks and other bespoke materials for prospective clients. You will lead a team of presentation designers by mentoring and encouraging others to apply rigor to their work, no matter how small. Additionally, you are a doer, ready to get your hands dirty. Our designers work collaboratively and autonomously, ensuring every project is executed beautifully.ResponsibilitiesLead ideation and development of all pitch presentations and materialsManage all global design resources including mentoring and leading a team of designersPartner with new business and agency leadership teams to tell stories through presentation design and incorporate new ways of visual communicationHelp teams deliver compelling presentations tailored to each client and ensure submissions that stand out from the packIdentify and manage the creation and development of presentation materials and room theater in partnership with the new business leadership teamInspire the design team with creativity, fresh ideas, and positivityRequired Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience or desire to directly manage and mentor a team is preferredPrevious experience working in business development environmentExpert in PowerPoint, Keynote, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator at minimum)Detail-oriented, progressive, strategic, and critical thinker with a passion for the industrySignificant experience working and collaborating with cross-agency teamsEmbodies and reflects the UM culture in thought and practice; collaborative, values-driven, empathetic, and family-orientedEmbraces new ideas and experimentation; naturally curious, this person is energized rather than intimidated by ambiguity and not afraid to take risksThrives in fast paced environment with strong attention to detailTravel as needed (~25%)Global experience and/or having worked with offshore teams is a nice to haveDesired Skills & ExperienceIdeally 5-10 years in designer roleLead by example in developing, motivating, and coaching other team membersExceptional motivator and communicatorExhibits strong leadership qualities and high level of confidenceAbility and desire to share knowledge by both teaching others and receiving feedback/guidanceCan manage multiple projects/pitches at any given timeThrives in fast-paced environmentWage and BenefitsWe offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days.We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award.The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee's/applicant's skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.Employment TransparencyIt is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email accommodation@mbww.com.About MediabrandsIPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). Mediabrands manages approximately $40 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients and provides strategic services and solutions across its award-winning, full-service agency networks UM and Initiative and through its innovative marketing specialist companies Reprise, Magna, Orion, Rapport, Healix, Mediabrands Content Studio and the IPG Media Lab. Mediabrands clients include many of the world's most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors. The company employs more than 13,000 marketing experts in more than 130 countries representing the full diversity of humanity. For more information, please visit our website: www.ipgmediabrands.com.Salary Range:
$120,000 - $120,000 USD#J-18808-Ljbffr
Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.Location: New York, New York, United States Office: New York Agency: UM - United States Ref#: 2904 Job Function: New Business Type of Contract: Regular
Business OverviewUM is a global media agency committed to Futureproofing our clients' businesses. We leverage the transformational power of rich business analytics and real-time intelligence to maximize growth and activate the full consumer journey across content and connections. As the leading global media network in IPG Mediabrands, UM operates in over 100 countries, with more than 3,000 people innovating on a roster of global clients including Accenture, American Express, GoPro, Johnson & Johnson, Levi Strauss & Co, Mattel, Sony, and Spotify. UM is globally headquartered in New York, with North American offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, Birmingham, Detroit, Montreal, and Toronto.At UM, we know our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a culture rooted in Diversity, Equity & Belonging, where everyone feels they belong, and their contributions are valued. We prioritize personal and professional growth, encourage an entrepreneurial spirit to pursue passion projects, and celebrate our people and community with moments of joy and spontaneity. Our leadership is dedicated to building a culture of care that permeates every element of the company from work flexibility to career planning to regular talent reviews, and more.Fearless:
We bring our authentic selves to work and put our whole selves into the workOptimistic:
We approach challenges with empathy and curiosity, infusing joy into everything we doRelentless:
We're unwavering in our pursuit of the right solution, eager to reimagine what's possibleUnified:
We band together to accomplish what we could not otherwise do aloneMasterful:
We're constantly growing in our craft, setting new standards for our industry and our worldWe are proud to be named an AdAge Best Place to Work several times over, a Top Workplace in the US by Great Places to Work, a top 10 FORTUNE 2022 Best Workplaces in Advertising & Marketing and She Runs It's 2021 Outstanding Company for Working Mothers. But feedback is most meaningful when it comes from our own people: over 90% of our employees say the agency is a great place to work and 95% say they are proud to work at UM.Position SummaryWe are looking for a talented Design Director to join our Global Growth team. In this role, you will be a key leader of the design team working with key agency leadership, new business team members, and presentation designers to bring UM's proposition to life with a magical combination of creativity and logic, arts and smarts, and beauty and brains. You will be responsible for coordinating and leading design concepts for all pitch materials to bring wins home! This person will lead from ideation and creation to execution and implementation to design polished, inspiring presentation decks and other bespoke materials for prospective clients. You will lead a team of presentation designers by mentoring and encouraging others to apply rigor to their work, no matter how small. Additionally, you are a doer, ready to get your hands dirty. Our designers work collaboratively and autonomously, ensuring every project is executed beautifully.ResponsibilitiesLead ideation and development of all pitch presentations and materialsManage all global design resources including mentoring and leading a team of designersPartner with new business and agency leadership teams to tell stories through presentation design and incorporate new ways of visual communicationHelp teams deliver compelling presentations tailored to each client and ensure submissions that stand out from the packIdentify and manage the creation and development of presentation materials and room theater in partnership with the new business leadership teamInspire the design team with creativity, fresh ideas, and positivityRequired Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience or desire to directly manage and mentor a team is preferredPrevious experience working in business development environmentExpert in PowerPoint, Keynote, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator at minimum)Detail-oriented, progressive, strategic, and critical thinker with a passion for the industrySignificant experience working and collaborating with cross-agency teamsEmbodies and reflects the UM culture in thought and practice; collaborative, values-driven, empathetic, and family-orientedEmbraces new ideas and experimentation; naturally curious, this person is energized rather than intimidated by ambiguity and not afraid to take risksThrives in fast paced environment with strong attention to detailTravel as needed (~25%)Global experience and/or having worked with offshore teams is a nice to haveDesired Skills & ExperienceIdeally 5-10 years in designer roleLead by example in developing, motivating, and coaching other team membersExceptional motivator and communicatorExhibits strong leadership qualities and high level of confidenceAbility and desire to share knowledge by both teaching others and receiving feedback/guidanceCan manage multiple projects/pitches at any given timeThrives in fast-paced environmentWage and BenefitsWe offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days.We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award.The salary range for this position is posted below. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee's/applicant's skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.Employment TransparencyIt is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email accommodation@mbww.com.About MediabrandsIPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). Mediabrands manages approximately $40 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients and provides strategic services and solutions across its award-winning, full-service agency networks UM and Initiative and through its innovative marketing specialist companies Reprise, Magna, Orion, Rapport, Healix, Mediabrands Content Studio and the IPG Media Lab. Mediabrands clients include many of the world's most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors. The company employs more than 13,000 marketing experts in more than 130 countries representing the full diversity of humanity. For more information, please visit our website: www.ipgmediabrands.com.Salary Range:
$120,000 - $120,000 USD#J-18808-Ljbffr