Czarnowski is hiring: Creative Director in Plano

The Company:Czarnowski is one of the four studios of the Czarnowski Collective. It combines operations, strategy, design, and fabrication to create exhibits and events that engage communities, generate brand enthusiasm, and educate consumers. It’s been over 75 years since we opened our doors, but we’re still not resting on our reputation or accolades. We’re wondering “what if...” anticipating what’s next and embracing our role within the Czarnowski Collective as forward-thinkers for forward-thinking brands.Joining the Czarnowski Collective means the opportunity to be more than a number, more than a job title, more than a spectator. We are a collective of dreamers and thinkers, doers, and makers…and we’re searching for more of the same to join the ranks.The Purpose:The Creative Director shapes immersive brand experiences by aligning creative concepts with strategic goals. They transform audience insights into compelling narratives and lead the development of memorable, interactive elements that resonate with target audiences. Through collaboration and data-driven refinement, they ensure that each experience is impactful, on-brand, and strategically effective.The Job:Strategic Visioning and Brand Alignment: Translate brand goals, values, and messaging into immersive experiences. They develop concepts that resonate emotionally with target audiences, ensuring every touchpoint aligns with the brand's identity and vision.Audience Insights and Storytelling: Audience research, market trends, and cultural insights to craft compelling narratives. Understanding the audience’s behaviors, needs, and aspirations to build connections through experiences that are meaningful and memorable.Concept Development and Ideation: From the initial brainstorming to the final concept, lead the ideation process. Conceptualize unique, interactive elements that can differentiate the brand, utilizing visuals, digital touchpoints, and physical spaces to drive engagement.Collaboration Across Disciplines: Working closely with designers, project managers, and marketing teams, to guide the execution of ideas, ensuring the final output reflects the strategic and creative vision while meeting technical, logistical, and financial constraints.Measurement and Optimization: Post-experience, they assess success metrics to measure impact. This includes gathering feedback, analyzing engagement, and refining strategies for future projects, ensuring each activation is more effective than the last.The Person: BFA in design, exhibit design, digital design, digital marketing, graphic design, or a related10 + years of industry experienceAbility to understand a brand at its core and then translate it into other experiential mediumsExceptional design aesthetics and ability to constantly adapt to meet a breadth of brand styles and mediumsExceptional communication, organization, and presentation skills, both internal and externalHigh performance/high productivity mentalityUser Experience (UX) DesignUnderstanding of photography and image manipulation techniquesKnowledge in software’s such as but not limited toAdobe Creative Cloud: Proficiency in Adobe software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Adobe XD.Web Design and Development Tools: Understanding of web design and development tools and languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Prototyping Tools: Familiarity with prototyping tools like Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD to create interactive digital prototypes.Ability to work collaboratively with a creative teamOrganizational skillsExceptional time management skills - ability to balance multiple projects at one time while insuring quality and consistency.3D knowledge is a plusMandatory Application Materials: Current resumeA design portfolio including completed projects that clearly demonstrate the skills outlined aboveWhat we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective within 30 days (or less) of your start date401K matching with no vesting period (you are fully vested as of day 1)Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysCollaborative Work EnvironmentCollective Culture Core Values:We recognize that the success of our business rests with the skills and efforts of our people, and in return for their contributions, our employees can expect a flexible work environment that delivers on the 10 principles that define our company culture: We celebrate creativity, curiosity, innovation and imagination.We are humble and respectful.We act with honesty and integrity.We empower and trust one another.We embrace individuality and an entrepreneurial spirit.We champion initiatives that bolster diversity, equity and inclusion.We prioritize safe, ethical and sustainable business practices.We foster a culture of meritocracy - rewarding skills and abilities, instead of influence.We always deliver.We don’t take ourselves too seriously.Through several existing and future initiatives, Czarnowski Collective is exploring thoughtful and creative ways to embrace individuality, and more effectively champion diversity, equity and inclusion across our network.EEO StatementCzarnowski Collective is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We don't just accept difference – we honor, nurture, and celebrate it! All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We don’t discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.