Accenture
Design Director - Brand
Accenture, Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101
We are: Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design; technology and experience platforms; creative, media and marketing strategy; and campaign, content and channel orchestration. With strong client relationships and deep industry expertise, we help our clients operate at the speed of life through the unlimited potential of imagination, technology and intelligence. Visit us at: www.accenture.com/song.
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
We exist to build brands through actions and experiences made possible by emerging technology and media. The most innovative brands in the world choose Accenture Song due to our passion for technology, culture and creative expression. We are a team of multidisciplinary designers curious about how brands influence culture and affect human experience by way of concept-driven aesthetics and systematic design thinking. We avoid trends and seek meaning to create work that is award-winning and career-defining through integrated experiences, interactions, and environments.
You are: The Design Director works autonomously, leads a team, and brings the vision of multiple projects to life with little or no oversight. The Design Director works closely with the co-leaders across departments and with clients, thinking on a higher level about how best to drive the business. Internally, the Design Director is a key contributor to the department and agency culture, and a mentor to shape more junior designers’ careers. Their work is consistent in excellence and originality.
The Work:
Oversee multiple pieces of business at once, effectively managing time and delegating work
Manage staff, both in reviewing work and in guiding their career development and growth
Think beyond the campaign, always looking towards a bigger vision and developing comprehensive ecosystems of work
Forge strong client relationships, and establish full client trust in your instincts and decisions
Continually push work beyond the status quo and motivate and challenge all departments to go above what is expected
See all briefs as opportunities and drive members of team from all departments to take the work a step above
Work with other disciplines (e.g., Account Management, Operations, Strategy, Project Management, Creative, UX, Design, Interactive Technology) to determine scopes and project requirements
Here’s what you’ll need:
At least 7 years worth of portfolio or samples of work demonstrating smart, brand-building designs and executions
Bonus points if:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience
7+ years of design experience at a design firm, advertising agency or related industry
Prior creation of award-winning or breakthrough work
Experience managing individuals and teams of people. Collaborative and team oriented
Ability to multi-task across multiple pieces of business and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Strong interpersonal skills to work internally and with clients
Understanding of design process, beyond just campaign work
Expert proficiency in Photoshop and InDesign, and any new and emerging design-specific software
Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills for effective communication to clients, internal staff and management
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level
of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York or Washington as set forth below andinformation on benefits offered here.
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Role Location: Range of Pay for Role
California $131,100 to $336,900
Colorado $131,100 to $291,100
New York $121,400 to $336,900
Washington $139,600 to $309,900
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.
All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement.
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009, send us an email or speak with your recruiter.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
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Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
We exist to build brands through actions and experiences made possible by emerging technology and media. The most innovative brands in the world choose Accenture Song due to our passion for technology, culture and creative expression. We are a team of multidisciplinary designers curious about how brands influence culture and affect human experience by way of concept-driven aesthetics and systematic design thinking. We avoid trends and seek meaning to create work that is award-winning and career-defining through integrated experiences, interactions, and environments.
You are: The Design Director works autonomously, leads a team, and brings the vision of multiple projects to life with little or no oversight. The Design Director works closely with the co-leaders across departments and with clients, thinking on a higher level about how best to drive the business. Internally, the Design Director is a key contributor to the department and agency culture, and a mentor to shape more junior designers’ careers. Their work is consistent in excellence and originality.
The Work:
Oversee multiple pieces of business at once, effectively managing time and delegating work
Manage staff, both in reviewing work and in guiding their career development and growth
Think beyond the campaign, always looking towards a bigger vision and developing comprehensive ecosystems of work
Forge strong client relationships, and establish full client trust in your instincts and decisions
Continually push work beyond the status quo and motivate and challenge all departments to go above what is expected
See all briefs as opportunities and drive members of team from all departments to take the work a step above
Work with other disciplines (e.g., Account Management, Operations, Strategy, Project Management, Creative, UX, Design, Interactive Technology) to determine scopes and project requirements
Here’s what you’ll need:
At least 7 years worth of portfolio or samples of work demonstrating smart, brand-building designs and executions
Bonus points if:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience
7+ years of design experience at a design firm, advertising agency or related industry
Prior creation of award-winning or breakthrough work
Experience managing individuals and teams of people. Collaborative and team oriented
Ability to multi-task across multiple pieces of business and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Strong interpersonal skills to work internally and with clients
Understanding of design process, beyond just campaign work
Expert proficiency in Photoshop and InDesign, and any new and emerging design-specific software
Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills for effective communication to clients, internal staff and management
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level
of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York or Washington as set forth below andinformation on benefits offered here.
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Role Location: Range of Pay for Role
California $131,100 to $336,900
Colorado $131,100 to $291,100
New York $121,400 to $336,900
Washington $139,600 to $309,900
What We Believe
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.
Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.
All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement.
Requesting An Accommodation
Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009, send us an email or speak with your recruiter.
Other Employment Statements
Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.
Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.
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