Team Pumpkin - Creative Lead

About Us:

Team Pumpkin is a dynamic marketing agency dedicated to delivering innovative and impactful campaigns.

We are currently seeking an experienced and results-driven Associate Creative Head to join our creative team.

Role & Responsibilities: As the Associate Creative Head, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the creative direction of our clients' brands.

Your responsibilities will include:

Innovation and Ideation:

- Envision strategic directions for brands, both short-term and long-term.

- Lead brainstorming and creative sessions to generate innovative ideas.

- Balance a relentless desire for innovation with business objectives and user engagement priorities.

- Influence team members to set and achieve goals and deadlines.

Creative Oversight:

- Develop creative and content strategies for digital campaigns.

- Delegate tasks effectively and manage group dynamics among team members.

- Supervise, counsel, and guide managers and executives within the team.

- Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and quality of all creatives and content.

- Maintain consistency of visuals with the overall brand strategy and proactively address any issues hindering growth.

Client Engagement:

- Attend and actively participate in client meetings and pitches.

- Deliver high-quality work while adhering to tight deadlines.

- Manage team escalations as necessary.

Team Development:

- Hire, develop, and manage the creative team.

- Edit and refine content produced by team members.

- Analyze content marketing metrics and implement improvements as needed.

- Collaborate with other departments to create innovative content ideas.

- Effectively juggle multiple projects while managing timelines and expectations.

Industry Awareness: Stay updated on the latest standards and trends in visual design.

Skills & Experience Required:

- A good sense of humor; creativity is often sparked by fun!.

- Excellent presentation and communication skills.

- Strong understanding of pop culture and internet trends.

- A drive to deliver the highest quality work that you can take pride in.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in copywriting, content creation, or a related field within digital media and advertising.

- A strong portfolio showcasing your work.

- Proven experience in managing a creative team.

- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

- Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

- Strong time-management skills.

Education:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.

- Relevant certifications are a plus.