Responsible for generating creative ideas and concepts to fulfill the needs of Caesars Entertainment as directed by Creative Director and informed by the Project Specialists. Supervise and engage a team of Sr. Graphic Designers, Motion Designers, Junior Graphic Designers, and Graphic Designers, and lead projects related to new designs, color correction, image reviews and corrections as needed and/or requested.
• Develop/create and collaborate on design concepts, direction and assets. This will include creation of original designs and concept creative ideas that graphically communicate the positioning of each Brand.
• Frequent property-facing dialogue to refine creative brief and inform creative concepts, as well as specific experience in multi-channel design including direct mail.
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• Meet and exceed ongoing continuous improvement of all design/project processes, timelines and workflows in accordance with daily schedule, capabilities and Studio staffing capacities and standards.
• Lead by example through coaching, development, and engaging a team of senior graphic designers on layout, building practices, brand adherence, marketing/design/Studio standards and processes.
• Streamline processes across functions and departments to ensure efficiency in the department.
• Review job tickets for proper creative direction prior to beginning work; make recommendations to improve overall project layout/design that ensures marketing/advertising messaging, Brand look and feel, and meets/exceeds conveying appropriate Brand language of Brand boards.
• Participate and bring new ideas to the table in Management Team meetings.
• Ensure knowledge of basic Human Resources processes, remain informed and updated on all compliance issues, going through proper channels.
• Ensure accurate reporting of team's quantitative and qualitative measurements through FileMaker reports.
• Collaborate with Group Creative Director, Copywriter and Project Supervisors to ensure proper understanding and reasoning for Quality Control changes and instructions. Develop trend reports and communication/training as needed to reduce internal revisions and to ensure cross-functional teaming.
• Assist graphic artists and other team members as needed.
• Committed to developing, training and implementing new processes and procedures, reporting capabilities to assist and ensure staffing levels are adequate to meet property service levels.
• Administer Performance Appraisals and Mid-Year Reviews as established by the company. Develop trend reporting and appropriate training/action plans for common errors to ensure development and improvement can occur immediately when identified.
• All other duties as requested/directed/needed/assigned.
- Excellent people/customer service skills.
- Marcom knowledge in messaging, draw, communication, social networking, competitive design, and lead designs.
- Must like to work with and interact with a variety of individuals and levels of management.
- Maintain an upbeat and positive attitude at all times.
- Previous proven leadership skills leading an upbeat, engaged creative team necessary.
- Expert on the Apple Macintosh and with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
- 3-5 year prior Agency Experience. 3-5 years experience managing 2-5 direct reports. Experience and background in advertising and marketing highly desirable
TEAMWORK / LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- TEAM PLAYER:
- Follows the Code of Commitment. Speaks positively about the company, co-workers and customers. Recognizes peers when they do a good job. Does not participate in gossip or spread rumors. Is respectful of others regardless of status or background.
- WORK HABITS:
- Meets department standards for attendance and taking breaks. Is willing to adjust schedule to meet business demands. Follows company policies and procedures. Adheres to dress code (clean, pressed clothing; follows guidelines for "business," "business casual" or "casual" attire.)
- CREDIBILITY:
- Is trusted by others. Conducts self in a credible, ethical manner. Maintains composure. Adjusts quickly to new methods, procedures and policies. Offers constructive criticism at the appropriate time, in a way that maintains good relationships.
- PROFESSIONALISM:
- Seeks ways to improve work efficiency. Improves and learns from mistakes. Is open to coaching. Accepts suggestions without becoming defensive. Takes on increasingly complex tasks with a decreasing need for supervision. Conducts one-self verbally and in writing in professional, courteous, accepting manner at all times, following appropriate company and Studio chain of command and processes