Associate Creative Director Job at Mercury Marine in Fond du Lac

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview

As part of the talented Creative Services team at Mercury Marine, you will be critical in bringing big ideas to fruition from conception through completion, leading creative direction to deliver world-class content that exceeds the expectations of the initial client brief and positions Brunswick—and our technology products—as the leader in our industry.

Essential Functions

1. Responsible for directing the development of visuals and messaging across a variety of marketing channels for complex technology-focused products.
2. Develop a creative team structure that ensures responsibilities and resources are aligned with business needs.
3. Help guide the creative team in identifying priorities for work based on business needs and team workload.
4. Meet regularly with marketing leadership to manage upcoming initiatives for prioritization and creative workload projections.
5. Ensure all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
6. Guide and mentor creative team members to grow and develop their skills.
7. Develop a deep understanding of our technology brands and how to convey their unique brand personalities across mediums.
8. Assist and/or lead the search, selection process, and management of outside creative services contracted to work on projects as needed.
9. Collaborate with marketing and other creative team members to optimize campaigns and content that support our brand synergies.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communications, Fine Arts, or Design OR 10+ years of relevant experience.
2. Strong portfolio of creative work across multiple channels, including digital, print, and experiential.
3. Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to mentor and develop creative talent.
4. Exceptional conceptual skills with the ability to articulate creative concepts in meetings and presentations.
5. Proficiency in developing creative for integrated marketing campaigns—with a heavy focus on digital.
6. 7-10 years of experience in a creative role (with at least 2 years of leadership or management experience) with an advertising agency or in-house creative department.
7. Must work well under pressure, exercising good judgment as well as good interpersonal skills.
8. Experience overseeing internal and agency execution with the ability to clearly communicate creative direction.
9. Must have a good grasp of project time requirements to be able to meet deadlines, client expectations, and avoid over-commitments.
10. Consistent attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid – onsite in Fond du Lac 2 days a week.

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Mercury Marine

Mercury Marine is a world-leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury designs, manufactures, and distributes engines, services, and parts for recreational, commercial, and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable, and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories including propellers, and SmartCraft electronics; Power Products Integrated Solutions; MotorGuide trolling motors; Attwood, Garelick and Whale marine parts; Land ’N’ Sea, BLA, Payne’s Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr