Mindgruve is hiring : Creative Director, Retail & Commerce in San Diego

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Denver, CO

We are a global digital agency comprised of strategists, creatives, media experts, data scientists, and engineers driven by one common purpose — accelerate business growth through marketing and digital transformation. Named a top 3% Google Premier Partner and recognized by Inc. 5000 and Adweek’s 75 Fastest Growing Companies, we’re constantly looking for “A” players to join our team.

The rapid growth is attributed to our strongest asset — our people. Our teams are highly collaborative and work closely with each client to set clear goals and objectives so that we can deliver exceptional results. Mindgruve is a place where every opinion is valued. Not only will you be empowered to contribute ideas, but you will also play a key role in the execution and driving success for brands across a variety of industries. Sound fun? Perfect — you’ll fit right in.

Mindgruve is on a mission to revolutionize the retail industry and bring human connection into everything we do. As the Creative Director, Retail & Commerce, you will be leading a team of experts in our industry while fostering a culture of innovation and out of the box thinking. The Creative Director will bring a mix of marketing expertise and business acumen to the role, promoting Mindgruve and our valued brand partners. You will be responsible for managing and inspiring a team while taking our creative output as a company to a new level. As the

Creative Director you will have a natural eye for design and be a prolific generator of dynamic ideas that connect with all types of audiences for both B2B and D2C audiences. You will be a key leader on the team and will be responsible for setting and executing the creative vision for our clients as well as our agency.

The Creative Director, Retail & Commerce collaborates closely with department leaders across Brand Management, Retail Media, Retail Operations, Sales, and Analytics, to drive content & creative strategies on retailer marketplaces and social commerce platforms, for Mindgruve clients. The Creative Director will also work with Mindgruve leadership in Latin America and Europe to establish Global Creative best practices, and support cross-border opportunities. The Creative Director will report to the Senior Vice President of Global Creative, and oversee the current Retail Commerce Creative team, consisting of 5 Designers and 4 Copywriters. Approximately 25% of this role will be hands-on-keyboard, supporting your team and clients directly. 50% of this role will be focused on managing and leading the team of Designers, Copywriters and SEO Specialists. 25% of this role will be focused on prospective client work, through supporting the sales team, and fortifying Mindgruve sales collateral.

What You'll Do Here :

KEY OBJECTIVES - MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP :

• Build & lead a high performing creative team across strategy, production & execution.
• Set clear goals and KPIs for the team that drives dynamic innovation & delivers operational excellence to our brand partners.
• Motivate & Inspire the creative team through effective communication, leadership & guidance.
• Provide thoughtful design and copy feedback to designers and copywriting on a regular basis.
• Craft sound plans to execute vision and strategies; effectively communicate those plans to the creative team.
• Lead team members with a clear vision and direction for their individual and team growth.
• Provide leadership to inspire, empower, engage and energize the team to achieve key objectives through team work and streamlined processes.
• Supervise a cross-functional team of graphic designers, copywriters and SEO specialists in the strategic development of messaging and deliverables.
• Prioritize work and resources across engagements, based on short-and long-term needs, and collaborate with project managers to develop work back schedules for both design and copy projects
• Conduct brainstorming sessions with the creative team, maintaining strategic thinking to develop innovative and actionable initiatives.
• Review and approve art and copy developed by the team, while collaborating with the Brand Management team to ensure that deliverables address clients marketing and business goals / KPIs.
• Spearhead and manage content strategy for both small and large products, harnessing brand, design, copy, and digital technology.
• Set annual and quarterly goals with your team and hold each member accountable for reaching those goals.
• Collaborate with VP on resource planning and budgeting needs.

KEY OBJECTIVES - CLIENT WORK :

KEY OBJECTIVES - BUSINESS GROWTH :

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Compensation :

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; a flexible spending account; voluntary life and accident plans; and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching. Our headquarters is based in San Diego, California, with additional offices in Covington, Kentucky, Denver, Colorado, Nashville, Tennessee and Charleston, South Carolina. We're seeking local candidates (or those open to relocation) who are able to work collaboratively with us in one of our office's; however, based on business needs and unique job functions, some roles may be eligible for remote work. (Bonus points if you’re bilingual in Spanish and / or Portuguese.)

Mindgruve is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Advertising Services

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