AccruePartners is hiring: Creative Manager in Charlotte

Overview

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What They Offer You

• Exposure to once-in-a-lifetime events like Formula 1, the Kentucky Derby, NBA All-Star, MotoGP, and ATP tennis.
• A culture described as progressive, innovative, collaborative, and family-like—where employees thrive in a fast-growing, high-energy environment.
• Career growth opportunities with direct access to senior leadership, including executives who are highly engaged in the business.
• A chance to shape the creative vision of a global brand with offices in six countries and over 90 annual events.
• Occasional travel to premier events and a hands-on environment where your work makes a direct, visible impact.

Location

Onsite 5 days per week in North Charlotte

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and mentoring a creative team, providing vision, guidance, and coaching to elevate output and support professional growth.
• Defining and evolving brand identity across all touchpoints, ensuring consistency and high-quality storytelling.
• Developing and executing creative strategies that align with business objectives and resonate with global audiences.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams and senior leadership on integrated campaigns, high-profile proposals, and executive presentations.
• Streamlining processes and managing workflows to deliver multiple projects on time without sacrificing quality.
• Rolling up your sleeves as a hands-on designer when critical deadlines require direct contribution.

The Background That Fits

• 7+ years of creative/marketing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven ability to manage, inspire, and grow creative teams while handling high-speed, high-demand projects.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with project management tools like Trello.
• Strong understanding of branding, storytelling, and campaign development for global audiences.
• A track record of translating business objectives into impactful creative strategies.
• Experience in sports, entertainment, or live events industries is a strong plus.

Location & Team Details

• Location: Onsite in North Charlotte, NC.
• Team context: A collaborative, fast-paced creative team that drives the visual identity and storytelling for global sports and entertainment experiences. Reports to the Director of Designer Creatives, with oversight of 5–8 designers and UI/UX professionals. Cross-functional partnerships with Marketing, Partnerships, and Event teams.

Job Function & Industry

• Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology.
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting.