Creative Director Job at Yuit Communications in Anchorage

A relationship-driven role, the Creative Director fosters collaboration, steers the creative direction of campaigns and projects, and leads the team to deliver outstanding creative work. The Creative Director holds a leadership role, overseeing the overall creative direction of projects to ensure alignment with client goals and objectives. This individual provides strategic oversight, utilizing big-picture thinking and decision-making to determine what is presented to clients. The role involves presenting and defending creative work, maintaining strong client and team relationships, and managing the creative team. Key Responsibilities: Creative Accountability: Ensure all creative work meets strategic goals, client expectations, and the agency’s quality standards. Problem-Solving: Identify and implement solutions when creative concepts fall short, ensuring continuous improvement. Team Development: Recognize skill gaps within the team and provide training or resources to enhance capabilities. Strategic Oversight: Align creative direction with client objectives, business goals, and market trends. Client Engagement: Present, defend, and articulate creative ideas clearly to clients, building trust and excitement. Inspiration and Vision: Develop and communicate a clear creative vision that motivates the team and drives innovation. Collaboration: Work closely with account executives, strategists, and other departments to ensure seamless project execution. Leadership: Foster a positive, productive environment, guiding the creative team to deliver exceptional work. Resource Management: Allocate team resources effectively, balancing workloads and meeting project deadlines. Trendsetting: Stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate innovative ideas into campaigns to surprise and delight clients. Requirements: Foster Relationships: Stay involved with teams, clients, and leadership by asking questions, engaging in client work, and attending all relevant meetings. Align Creativity with Strategy: Understand client goals, speak their language, and defend creative decisions with a strategic mindset. Inspire Vision and Leadership: Develop a clear team vision, evoke unique client experiences, and plan for training and growth. Present and Advocate the Creative Vision: Capture attention, drive with passion, energize clients to embrace the concepts and creative vision, and communicate it effectively within YUIT and to clients. Manage Creatives Effectively: Build systems, balance workloads, and create an environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. Bring Energy and Drive: Stay passionate, proactive, and energize the team to stay ahead and motivated. Lead with Empathy and Vision: Balance emotional understanding with a leadership mindset, delivering work that wows clients. A college degree in a related field such as marketing, advertising, communications, etc. A valid U.S. driver’s license and valid vehicle insurance. Details: YUIT Communications is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $85,000 – $100,000 per year Hours: 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: Anchorage, AK 99501 (Required: Relocate before starting work) Work Location: In person Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off (3 weeks of PTO, accrued each payday) Paid holidays Year-end performance bonus Simple SEP plan with up to 3% match Eligible for health care after a 60-day review #J-18808-Ljbffr