Creative Manager - Advertising Job at Unique Industries in Philadelphia

About Us

Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. When you work for Unique, you get all the perks of larger corporations, such as 401K, multiple choices of healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and more. However, the difference between us and a larger corporation is that here at Unique, we are family. Your CEO and management team are involved in day-to-day operations and make sure that each location sees how much they are appreciated through annual company picnics and holiday luncheons. So if you're looking for a job that is exciting, rewarding, and team-focused - then apply today! We would love to have you come join the party.

About Our Opportunity

We are seeking a Creative Manager - Advertising to work in the Philadelphia Corporate office, leading the design and production of catalogs, promotional materials, display graphics, and collateral across all markets. The Creative Manager is responsible for managing projects from concept through completion, developing new visual concepts as needed, and overseeing a recognized function within the organization, regularly directing the work of at least one full-time employee or equivalent.

Responsibilities
Manage the design and production of 5+ annual catalogs; collaborate with Creative leadership, Product Development, and Sales to develop layout strategy
Establish and maintain catalog production schedules aligned with Sales and Marketing needs; communicate timelines, key milestones, and any deviations to stakeholders
Track key performance metrics, including timelines, output quality, and production efficiency, to inform decision-making
Direct the design of promotional materials, signage, collateral; etc.
Ensure all creative deliverables align with brand standards and maintain consistency across all channels
Review all printed materials for accuracy prior to routing or release to print
Work with Photography Supervisor to ensure all digital merges, retouching, and final proofs align with product specifications and color standards before production
Maintain knowledge of industry trends and best practices in catalog and advertising design; share insights with the team
Train and mentor team members on departmental processes and software
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in design management with strong graphic design expertise, including typography, layout, and product mockups
Highly organized with strong project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate both independently and collaboratively
Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide teams, manage projects, and drive execution
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) and Microsoft Office; familiarity with project management and digital asset management systems (e.g., Teamwork, PIM) preferred
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, Marketing, or a related field required
6-10+ years of experience in creative design, advertising, or production, preferably in an in-house or product-driven environment
3+ years of direct supervisory and art direction experience, with demonstrated success leading creative teams
Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regards to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.