Senior Art Director - Chicago, United States - Synergy Interactive

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    The ideal candidate will be responsible for understanding the goals of our clients and be able to oversee project strategy to project completion. By having a knowledge of emerging technologies in the area, this candidate will be able create cross-channel deliverables to clients that meet their needs.

    Description:

    Requirements:

    • Develop concepts that reflect the strategy & fit the brand
    • Proven track record of developing and executing successful creative campaigns across multiple platforms.
    • Experience in product-based marketing.
    • Experience working with 3D artists and 3D product animation.
    • Strong Design and Copywriting skills
    • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
    • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
    • A keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of branding and design principles.
    • Proficiency in industry-standard design and production tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite.
    • Present work with passion and a point of view to senior creative personnel and clients
    • Remain current on industry trends and technology, uncovering new ways to incorporate emerging and new media formats into campaigns
    • Ensure that ideas are executed on time
    • Manage workload and timeline to meet deadlines
    • Work with a project management system and other collaboration tools

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in advertising, design or relevant field
    • 8+ years of experience as an art director, preferably in an agency or in-house creative department
    • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite applications
    • Solid understanding of advertising and marketing principles
    • Functional knowledge of typography, layout and design principles
    • Knowledge of current trends, pop culture, current and past design themes
    • Comprehensive knowledge of client category, business, and objectives, and a clear understanding of key strategic issues impacting client's business
    • Able to communicate clearly, thoroughly and succinctly both verbally and in writing; responds to comments, suggestions and criticisms in a constructive manner while maintaining the integrity of the creative idea; influences and/or persuades key stakeholders when necessary
    • Strong presentation skills; presents creative work, clearly explaining the assignment, creative strategy, creative idea and how it accomplishes the client's objectives
    • Current knowledge and understanding of where and how people interact with media, including at home, on the go, while shopping, mobile, broadcast, print, event, etc.
    • Collaborates well with others, demonstrated by partnering with account, strategy, and creative teams to successfully deliver work to clients
    • Anticipates potential problems and obstacles to project success, communicates concerns, and develops solutions