Cross Resource Group
Creative/Art Director
Cross Resource Group, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Creative/Art DirectorLocation: Houston, TX (on-site)Hours: Full-time (45-55 hrs/week)Experience: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Advertising, Marketing or a related discipline, plus 5-10 years of experience, preferably in an agency setting and at least 3-5 years of experience in a leadership or managerial rolePAY WILL DEPEND ON EXPERIENCE
Please Note:This position requires around-the-clock flexibility. Sometimes, you'll be working (or need to be available) before or after hours, on weekends, holidays, etc. - and often on short notice. This includes responding to emails, texts and/or phone calls.That's agency life, baby!
The Brief
Are you a creative genius with a penchant for organized chaos? Do you dream in Pantone colors and spend your free time studying typography (and, of course, have a favorite font)? If so, we want you to join our team as our Creative/Art Director.In this position, you'll be the ringmaster of our creative circus, juggling ideas, concepts and deadlines with finesse. You'll be looked upon to inspire a team of communications professionals to let their creative juices flow freely by being the quintessential example of creativity yourself (pop culture references and donuts don't hurt, either). You'll pull up to the table with your wildest ideas in meetings that are more like brain-typhoons than brainstorms. You'll prepare for the possibility that you'll spend more time in meetings than in InDesign, but you'll also be more than willing to roll your sleeves up and don your designer hat. And, in the spirit of our dedication to delivering ferocious customer service, you'll smile, nod and make magic happen by acting as a translator between the client's requests and the team's creative brilliance.
Position Responsibilities:• Developing and executing creative strategies that align with clients' objectives and brand identities• Translating marketing and branding objectives into creative concepts and campaigns• Presenting and explaining creative concepts to clients and addressing their feedback• Staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies to bring fresh and innovative ideas to creative projects• Identifying creative challenges and finding innovative solutions within budget and time constraints• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive creative environment that encourages teamwork and idea-sharing among team members• Leading, inspiring and motivating a team of communications professionals while displaying a passion for developing jaw-droppingly creative work• Completing special one-off projects when necessary• Memorizing the Core Values and understanding they're a way of life• Performing other assorted duties, as assigned
Position Must-Haves• Bachelor's degree in a related field, PLUS 5-10 years of experience in an agency setting• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative projects and campaigns• Proficiency in graphic design, branding and other creative disciplines• Strong understanding of current design trends and creative tools (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)• Ability to lead and manage a team, including designers, copywriters and other communications professionals• Proven track record of maintaining and growing client relationships• Experience in project management, including budgeting and resource allocation• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and clients• Able to take direction and feedback from clients and co-workers in stride• Have a strong work ethic, dedication to quality and attention to detail• Have more passion for your work than necessary - while understanding when to defend your work and when to learn from it• Have the fire to throw caution to the wind and throw out ideas for concepts, campaigns and designs• Ability to work autonomously without constant supervision• Ability to manage stressful situations (you know those deadlines), stay organized and put in extra hours when needed• A desire to learn and participate in the growth of a rapidly expanding company within a rapidly expanding industry• A positive, uplifting attitude that encourages the team to "just keep swimming" even when faced with deadlines so tight they could make diamonds• A good (borderline great) sense of humor and willingness to let loose and have fun, even in the midst of killer, make-your-head-spin deadlines
Physical RequirementsWork is performed in an office setting, but travel is a possibility. You may be subject to sitting, standing or walking for extended periods of time (especially if this helps the creative juices flow). You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. (or be able to convince someone to do it for you).
Please Note:This position requires around-the-clock flexibility. Sometimes, you'll be working (or need to be available) before or after hours, on weekends, holidays, etc. - and often on short notice. This includes responding to emails, texts and/or phone calls.That's agency life, baby!
The Brief
Are you a creative genius with a penchant for organized chaos? Do you dream in Pantone colors and spend your free time studying typography (and, of course, have a favorite font)? If so, we want you to join our team as our Creative/Art Director.In this position, you'll be the ringmaster of our creative circus, juggling ideas, concepts and deadlines with finesse. You'll be looked upon to inspire a team of communications professionals to let their creative juices flow freely by being the quintessential example of creativity yourself (pop culture references and donuts don't hurt, either). You'll pull up to the table with your wildest ideas in meetings that are more like brain-typhoons than brainstorms. You'll prepare for the possibility that you'll spend more time in meetings than in InDesign, but you'll also be more than willing to roll your sleeves up and don your designer hat. And, in the spirit of our dedication to delivering ferocious customer service, you'll smile, nod and make magic happen by acting as a translator between the client's requests and the team's creative brilliance.
Position Responsibilities:• Developing and executing creative strategies that align with clients' objectives and brand identities• Translating marketing and branding objectives into creative concepts and campaigns• Presenting and explaining creative concepts to clients and addressing their feedback• Staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies to bring fresh and innovative ideas to creative projects• Identifying creative challenges and finding innovative solutions within budget and time constraints• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive creative environment that encourages teamwork and idea-sharing among team members• Leading, inspiring and motivating a team of communications professionals while displaying a passion for developing jaw-droppingly creative work• Completing special one-off projects when necessary• Memorizing the Core Values and understanding they're a way of life• Performing other assorted duties, as assigned
Position Must-Haves• Bachelor's degree in a related field, PLUS 5-10 years of experience in an agency setting• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative projects and campaigns• Proficiency in graphic design, branding and other creative disciplines• Strong understanding of current design trends and creative tools (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.)• Ability to lead and manage a team, including designers, copywriters and other communications professionals• Proven track record of maintaining and growing client relationships• Experience in project management, including budgeting and resource allocation• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and clients• Able to take direction and feedback from clients and co-workers in stride• Have a strong work ethic, dedication to quality and attention to detail• Have more passion for your work than necessary - while understanding when to defend your work and when to learn from it• Have the fire to throw caution to the wind and throw out ideas for concepts, campaigns and designs• Ability to work autonomously without constant supervision• Ability to manage stressful situations (you know those deadlines), stay organized and put in extra hours when needed• A desire to learn and participate in the growth of a rapidly expanding company within a rapidly expanding industry• A positive, uplifting attitude that encourages the team to "just keep swimming" even when faced with deadlines so tight they could make diamonds• A good (borderline great) sense of humor and willingness to let loose and have fun, even in the midst of killer, make-your-head-spin deadlines
Physical RequirementsWork is performed in an office setting, but travel is a possibility. You may be subject to sitting, standing or walking for extended periods of time (especially if this helps the creative juices flow). You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. (or be able to convince someone to do it for you).