Senior Creative Director Job at Buffini & Company in Carlsbad

Job Summary: The Creative Director is an experienced visionary who leads our creative team to drive innovative marketing and branding initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creative strategy, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for delivering compelling visual and narrative experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the creative team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Develop and implement creative strategies that align with the company’s brand and business objectives.
• Oversee the conceptualization and execution of creative projects across diverse platforms, including digital, print, video, and social media.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging and branding.
• Provide direction and feedback on design, copy, and production efforts to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Review and approve all creative materials before final delivery to clients or stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, managing relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders, articulating the vision and rationale behind creative decisions.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to inspire and inform creative strategies.
• Utilize market research and analytics to guide creative decisions and optimize campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in a creative leadership role, preferably within an agency or corporate setting.
• Proven track record of successful campaign development and execution across multiple channels.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative work and innovative concepts.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in design software (Adobe Creative Suite) and familiarity with digital marketing tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Travel & Events

• This position may require occasional travel for on-location shoots that could expand over weekends.
• Part of the job responsibilities may require attending and assisting at Company events throughout the year, including travel within the United States or Canada, working extended hours immediately prior to, during and after events, and representing the Company in a favorable light before, during and after each event.

Physical Demands

• Must regularly sit, talk or hear while performing duties.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands or arms.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Occasionally lift or move up to ten pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

• Work environmental characteristics are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.