We create cultural resonance for brands. Creativity That Matters is work that shatters the stratosphere. That's why our quest to discover what's next is endless - because the only thing we're afraid of is the status quo. We make culture our personal playground. We launch far past the expected. We chase curiosity, deep into the shadows. We will never be just another agency. And we've got the audacity to prove it.
We Are TMA.
Job Overview:
Did you climb the ranks as an art director with a gift for words, or a design-minded writer? Do you have the spine to lead a young group through the battlefield while keeping the sunny disposition it takes to be the face of your team for clients? Are you three parts creative, one part teacher, two parts strategist, one part visionary, and two parts motivational speaker, minus the van down by the river? Then you could be the person TMA is looking for.
You're a leader and a juggler. You're the person who makes clients feel like they have a trustworthy go-to. You push until it's great, and then you push some more. You are one of those who can do and teach. You know how to fight your battles, but you're even better at picking them. You know how to find the best people, and you know how to keep them. And you can sell it like it's the best we've ever done, every time.
The criteria is straightforward. You have to have a passion for coming up with the big idea. You have to love getting that idea on paper and standing up and selling in that idea. You have to be able to design a really good story and then be in the trenches working collaboratively to bring that story to life.
Responsibilities:
- Directing and managing art directors and copywriters within the group, from their time to their workload to their interpersonal relationships
- Leading broadcast and content production projects from concept to execution
- Understanding input from senior leadership and clients, and effectively directing the team toward better creative executions
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of cultural, design, and business trends
- Building effective relationships with teammates and clients
- Maintaining a flexible work schedule, as weekend and extended workdays are sometimes necessary
- Demonstrating knowledge of the marketplace our clients operate in, strategy, and the competitive landscape
- Deliver not just inspired creative but be a great team player both internally and externally by being able to remain positive, flexible and supportive throughout all stages of projects.
- Inspire and mentor as you manage and cultivate the career development of staff members.
- Love to learn and also love to teach and share your knowledge.
- Bachelor's degree in a directly related field (advertising, graphic design, visual arts, etc.)
- 8+ years of agency experience as a graphic designer or art director
- 5+ years of broadcast content production on large scale projects
- Must have experience management responsibilities and leading a team
- Ability to build and maintain solid relationships with clients and account teams
- Self-motivation and ability to motivate others to creatively and strategically solve multiple problems at once, under quick deadlines
- Ability to brainstorm in large groups and develop big promotional ideas from beginning to end
- Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign CS5 or above
- Knowledge of PowerPoint and Keynote a plus
- Solid portfolio, available online
- Some travel required.
- Excellent communicator and storyteller with the ability to deliver strategy driven creative that inspires.
- Strong and persuasive presentation skills - must be able to articulate a vision in a way that influences others to buy-in.
- Fun and outgoing leader - excited to dig in at all phases of an experiential program and make a strong impact.
- Business minded with a well-founded understanding of marketing tactics and the role they play within the experiential ecosystem.
- Continuous training, educational programs, speaker series and workshops
- Culture events throughout the year
- Communities to connect with
- Competitive vacation plan, sick days and personal days to prioritize your mental health
- Summer Flex Days
- Robust holiday schedule
- Parental leave
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan