Associate Creative Director Job at Dimensional Innovations in Overland Park

Description

SUMMARY

DI exists to relieve the world of mediocre experiences and to create remarkable ones. Our people make the remarkable possible through an unwavering display of uncommon commitment each day.

Reporting to the assigned Executive Creative Director, the Associate Creative Director requires demonstrated qualifications and skill set to contribute to and highly impact a project’s successful design solution including project-based leadership accountabilities and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS

• Lead, support and contribute to the project team's executed design solution and deliverables for assigned projects
• Define and hold assigned project teams accountable for executing and delivering quality solutions within designated timeframes, ensuring all project leadership and feedback is considered and incorporated as agreed upon
• Lead client presentations and communications
• Hand sketch, digitally render or illustrate solutions throughout various Design phases: Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development and Construction Documentation
• Provide leadership to assigned project teams, set project-based expectations around design fidelity for each Design phase
• Collaborate with internal teams of producers, solutions engineers, and software developers through development, testing, and installation of projects
• Ensure deadlines are met and work aligns with client expectations
• Interface with outside team counterparts and internal departments to lead, identify issues, track them, and develop solutions
• Maintain a proactive, adaptable attitude towards role responsibilities
• Work with project Leadership Team to develop project plans considering resources and budgets
• Maintain flexibility to travel on short notice based on project needs
• Manage process improvements and best practices within the Creative Studio
• Share knowledge and act as a DI subject matter expert
• Support and mentor Creative Studio team members

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Proficiency in design programs (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), research skills, and digital design tools like Figma
• Ability to learn new skills/software quickly and teach others
• Ability to give constructive feedback and document processes
• Knowledge of touchscreens, AR, VR, and gesture-triggered experiences
• Understanding of software development processes
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
• Willingness to learn business development and proposal writing
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain quality control
• Independent thinking and solution-oriented mindset
• Knowledge of materials and fabrication methods relevant to design

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Interaction Design, Industrial Design, Interior Architecture, or related field
• Understanding of UX, UI, Interaction, and Motion Design
• 7-10 years of proven design and leadership experience
• Excellent time management and attention to detail

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, climbing, crouching, or crawling
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required: close, distant, color, peripheral, depth perception, focus adjustment
• Ability to talk and hear

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Conditions may include exposure to wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions due to onsite fabrication processes.

INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM?

Being a team player with a positive attitude and strong commitment is essential. Visit our website to see our work: https://dimin.com/about/careers. This is a salary (exempt) position with full benefits including health insurance, 401(k), PTO, holidays, and parental leave. We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, portfolio, and salary requirements. No phone calls. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and hold a valid driver’s license.