Job Description

We are looking for a creative director at the intersection of brand and digital commerce. If you’ve got a love for design in all its forms, from brand to packaging to digital - you might be a great fit. We’re looking for someone who can will foster creative excellence in their team, bringing strategic mindset to the big picture. This role can be tied to our Marks Toronto studio as hybrid or fully remote.

What you will be doing

Foster creative excellence across the spectrum of design - you set the bar high and keep it there.
Manage a team of creatives to deliver best in class content (brand and product visuals and communication), on eComm product pages or online storefronts (DTC or retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, etc.)
Manage client relationships along with Design Directors
Consult with Client Services and Strategy partners on project proposals and timelines
Provide expert direction on the development of design solutions, with a focus on digital content channels and eComm
Shape and craft compelling presentation narratives to support and sell through creative concepts
Lead and mentor your team of Design experts – being responsible for their growth, development and performance
Work with your team of Designers to ensure integrity in execution for digital, including ADA compliance
Uphold creative integrity and ingenuity by keeping up to date with the latest best practices in eComm
Develop new tools and processes in order to elevate our game in the eComm space
Partner with account teams to identify and target growth opportunities with new/existing clients
Support the development and presentation of responses to new business opportunities and RFPs
Create compelling, industry-leading thought leadership
Support culture-building initiatives which serve to unite and inspire the entire agency to care passionately about one another, our clients and our work

Key Qualities

Highly collaborative and accountable
Has experience in leading creative teams
A strategic problem solver with experience in Consumer Packaged Goods
Insightful thinker with the ability to dig into a problem and sees beyond the ask
Passionate and compelling storyteller with strong presentation skills
Understands consumer purchase behavior and can think in design systems
‘Roll-up-your-sleeves and do’ mindset

Experience

8+ years experience in the industry; some agency experience
Bachelor’s degree in design or other related field
Experience with a range of categories including CPG, food/beverage/wine/spirits, and technology preferred
Knowledge of simple animation/motion techniques a plus
Well-rounded portfolio showcasing excellent understanding of brand building — experience in front-end development for eComm a plus
Deep understanding of Mac OS, Adobe CS (Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); collaborative tools (XD, Miro) and Keynote a plus

Experience

Required

8 year(s): Years experience in the industry; some agency experience

Preferred

Experience with a range of categories including CPG, food/beverage/wine/spirits, and technology preferred
Knowledge of simple animation/motion techniques a plus
Well-rounded portfolio showcasing excellent understanding of brand building — experience in front-end development for eComm a plus
Deep understanding of Mac OS, Adobe CS (Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); collaborative tools (XD, Miro) and Keynote a plus