Senior Manager, Art Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and guide a team of designers.

• Steer the creative direction for various projects and campaigns.

• Collaborate with the VP Creative, Design Director, and key stakeholders to develop creative strategies.

• Supervise designer progression, manage workloads, conduct work reviews, and facilitate training.

• Assist in establishing and achieving team objectives.

• Conceptualize, design, present, and deliver artwork and campaign materials that align with business goals and brand standards.

• Work together with copywriters and designers to produce deliverables for stakeholders and clients.

• Ideate and design user experiences that effectively communicate intended messages and function according to technical specifications.

• Craft messaging across print, digital, video, and social media utilizing color, typography, illustration, photography, animation, and print/layout techniques.

• Stay informed about Kaplan brands, products, technology trends, and design practices across various media.

• Ensure quality control throughout all project phases.

• Handle multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.

• Oversee project workflows, digital file management, and backup systems.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, digital design, visual communications, graphic arts, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience leading a creative team.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in creating and designing campaigns, emails, videos, print marketing materials, presentations, digital ads, websites, and social media assets, including responsive/mobile designs.

• Strong strategic and conceptual thinking abilities.

• Capability to lead and manage a team of designers effectively.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud tools such as Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, and Acrobat Pro.

• Knowledge of HTML, HTML5, and CSS.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Detail-oriented with outstanding leadership, self-motivation, organization, and communication abilities.

• Ability to collaborate across teams and departments in a remote work environment.

• Dedication to continuous skill improvement and staying updated with industry trends and advancements.

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.

• Experience with Exact Target is an advantage.

• Familiarity with the Asana project management system is a plus.

• A portfolio showcasing conceptual work, digital executions, and social media experiences.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work offers a flexible work/life balance.

• Comprehensive Retirement Package with automatic enrollment in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure).

• Tuition assistance and significant discounts for employees and immediate family members through the Gift of Knowledge Program.

• Extensive health benefits; new hires are eligible from day 1 of employment.

• Generous Paid Time Off, including paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave.

• One designated volunteer day.

• One day dedicated to diversity and inclusion initiatives.