Senior Manager, Brand Creative (Art and Design Lead)
Tillamook County Creamery Association · Portland, OR
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Portland, OR
Job highlights
- Lead design team and creative execution.
- Develop brand creative across various mediums.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and agencies.
- Drive innovative design and stay current with trends.
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously.
About the role
About Tillamook County Creamery Association
Come join the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, where we Play to Win to create over 200 dairy products in 7 different categories: cheese, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, butter, cream cheese and frozen meals. Our Uncompromising Quality has led us to become the #1 Cheddar, #2 Cream Cheese and #3 Family Size Ice Cream brand, but we’re not stopping there. We’re loading up for our best years to come and want you to join us.
As a farmer-owned cooperative since 1909, we know that being Good Stewards for our stakeholders and doing a little extra always pays off. We’re looking for team members with a One Team and Genuine Care mindset who are inspired to share the delight of the Tillamook brand with each other and others every day.
What you will do
We are seeking a highly talented Senior Manager of Brand Creative (Art and Design Lead) to join Tillamook’s in-house Brand Creative Team. This role will be the design right hand of the Creative Director, responsible for guiding and developing creative in variety of mediums, ensuring that our brand consistently resonates with consumers and customers.
This position manages a team of designers and works with cross-functional partners across the enterprise. You will shepherd multiple design projects at once and direct external agencies and freelancers to ensure all creative design development for Tillamook has a consistent voice, tone, and visual direction. This role is for someone who thrives within a fast-paced environment, is always up for the next creative challenge, and enjoys being collaborative, hands-on, and a master at multi-tasking.
Here’s a day in the life:
- Manage and Inspire: Oversee a team of designers, fostering a collaborative and inspiring “art studio” work environment. Guide designers to do their best work and to support each other's strengths.
- Plan and Align: Work closely with the Project Management team, the Production team and Creative Director to prioritize workloads and direct the creative team. Advise on the evolving need for creative resources. Maintain a close working relationship with outside vendors to develop and implement appropriate solutions.
- Collaborate and Shepherd: Work with marketing channel leads, cross functional leads, producers, and external agency partners to ensure all work meets brand standards.
- Creative Production: You will lead, guide, and art direct conceptual development and creative execution of lifestyle and product stills and motion content.
- Trends and Innovation: Maintain high standards for innovative and creative work while staying current with the latest industry trends in advertising and design to ensure the Tillamook brand identity remains the benchmark for the industry.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree/equivalent creative design degree
- Experience: 8 years experience in-house or in an agency-setting, working with digital media and advertising campaigns and 3+ years people management.
- Requirements: A strong portfolio of diverse and relevant brand work.
- Skills: Extremely proficient in all core Adobe CS programs (Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign)
- Knowledge: Mastery of creative principles for type, photography, art direction and storytelling. A proven track record in advertising and branding.
Key skills/competency:
- Brand Creative
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Team Management
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Advertising Campaigns
- Digital Media
- Brand Identity
- Creative Strategy
- Project Management
Skills & topics
- Senior Manager Brand Creative
- Art and Design Lead
- Brand Creative
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Team Management
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Advertising Campaigns
- Digital Media
- Brand Identity
- Creative Strategy
- Project Management
- Tillamook
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 8+ years in brand creative/advertising and 3+ years in people management, showcasing your Adobe CS proficiency and art direction skills.
- Showcase your portfolio: Ensure your portfolio demonstrates diverse brand work, art direction, and successful campaign execution to impress hiring managers.
- Understand the brand: Research Tillamook's farmer-owned cooperative values, 'Play to Win' mindset, and 'Genuine Care' approach to align your application with their culture.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience leading design teams, managing external agencies, and driving innovative creative solutions in a fast-paced environment.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Manager, Brand Creative at Tillamook?
- The Senior Manager, Brand Creative at Tillamook is responsible for guiding and developing creative across various mediums, acting as the design right hand to the Creative Director. This includes managing a team of designers, collaborating with cross-functional partners, directing external agencies, and ensuring the brand's visual identity is consistent and resonates with consumers.
- What experience level is required for the Senior Brand Creative Manager role at Tillamook?
- The role requires 8 years of experience in-house or agency-setting, specifically working with digital media and advertising campaigns. Additionally, a minimum of 3 years of people management experience is necessary. A strong portfolio showcasing diverse brand work is also a key requirement.
- What are the key software proficiencies needed for this Art and Design Lead position?
- Candidates must be extremely proficient in all core Adobe Creative Suite programs, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Mastery of creative principles for typography, photography, art direction, and storytelling is also essential.
- How does Tillamook County Creamery Association foster a positive work environment for creatives?
- Tillamook aims to foster a collaborative and inspiring 'art studio' work environment. They encourage team members to support each other's strengths and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees are heard, valued, and feel a sense of belonging.
- What kind of creative projects will the Senior Brand Creative Manager oversee at Tillamook?
- The Senior Brand Creative Manager will lead, guide, and art direct the conceptual development and creative execution of various projects, including lifestyle and product stills, and motion content. They will also ensure all creative design development maintains a consistent voice, tone, and visual direction.
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