Company: IMC (www.imcexperiences.com)
Location: Remote
Reports To: VP Creative
ABOUT IMC
We're IMC, an experience studio. We know being together matters. We design experiences by tying everything, from concept to curtain, to achieving our clients’ outcomes. As a result, our gripping brand experiences inspire audiences to action. IMC experiences are multifaceted and range from ballroom productions to immersive experiential activations.
JOB SUMMARY
The Creative Director acts as a creative lead on all client-facing projects, and is a strong voice internally on all creative communication. This includes being an extremely strong communicator on overall Studio strategy and concepts, working with a design team to align on art direction, roles, and responsibilities properly, and connecting with internal leadership on overall status and planning. Additionally, creative direction isn't just a discipline at IMC—it's an understanding of how to develop relationships and have a perspective, but knowing when to step back and listen and when to lean in and act. The Creative Director is conceptual, strategic, kind, and passionate, can share and sell ideas, and encourage, uplift, and teach others to do the same. The Creative Director reports to VP of Creative.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO)
- Deliver bold, refreshing designs within IMC and client brand identity systems, leading, directing, and taking projects from concept to fruition
- Lead and oversee a design team with a management growth path
- Oversee project management within the Creative Team
- Implement rounds of internal and client revisions with speed, quality, and accuracy
- Artistic flexibility, versatility, and ability to execute concepts in a range of design styles and relevance to current design trends
- Supports in copywriting needs, scripting, and overall creative writing
- Lead in deck preparation for pitches and presentations, as well as presenting final concepts
- Supports the production process from concept to completion
- Present and articulate on-strategy creative ideas and designs to team and clients when called upon
- Collaborate with the creative team, fabricators, and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
ABOUT YOU
Strong candidates will bring diverse skills, characteristics, and experience, both professional and lived. IMC strives to mitigate inherent biases that influence hiring practices by focusing on a holistic view of potential candidates and understanding that no single candidate will offer every desired skill and characteristic.
The following offers an aspirational view of the ideal candidate profile; we encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of experience and backgrounds, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups. While only some candidates will possess some of the qualities outlined for this position, the successful candidate will bring many professional qualifications and personal attributes.
Connector
Ability to build strategic relationships that connect IMC, its studio members, and/or its clients with external audiences. Ability to work across lines of difference and build consensus both internally and externally. High level of emotional intelligence and critical thinking
Problem Solver
Ability to be resourceful and thoughtful in finding creative ways to meet studio and/or client needs. Able to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and timelines as conditions require.
Results-Driven
Able to identify the actions necessary to achieve task completion and positive results. Able to meet deadlines and performance goals
Strategic Project Manager
Able to multitask, work efficiently, and pay the highest attention to detail. Ability to handle multiple tasks and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment; can prioritize effectively and is highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient.
Visionary
Uses personal knowledge and professional experience to envision the future, anticipate change, capitalize on opportunities, and develop innovative options that further the organization's or initiative's strategic direction. Understands and adapts to changes in strategic and/or operational direction.
Curiosity
Demonstrates a keen interest in understanding clients' needs, overall business objectives, and market trends by actively asking questions and seeking opportunities for learning and development.
Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Culturally responsive and able to identify and navigate power and privilege dynamics, as well as willing to assess gaps in own cultural awareness, listen to feedback, and commit to ongoing growth and learning in these areas.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Hold a BFA or MFA from a design, visual arts, or related program
- 7-10 years of experience at a design studio, marketing agency, or equivalent
- Solid command of foundational design principles
- Strong understanding of space design, floorplans, user flow, decor, lighting, and materials
- Must have experience in meetings and shows and stage design
- Highly organized, manage a structured workflow with an eye for detail
- Knowledge of traditional art skills including 2D + 3D design, composition, color theory, and video/animation
- Strong sense of self-motivation, self-starter mentality, initiative, and time management skills
- Must be able to thrive in a highly creative, fast-paced environment; we juggle a lot of projects for a lot of clients across a lot of industries
- Demonstrated ability to be a strategic thinker, driven by flawless execution, innovation, optimism, and passion
- Strong communicator, internally and externally
- Demonstrated success at building strong cross-functional relationships in fast-paced environments
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
- Comfortable within a MacOS environment
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Experience working directly in the experiential marketing field, broadcast design, B2B marketing
- Able to thrive in a remote work environment
- Willingness to travel to event venues for site visits and event execution (including on weekends and/or evenings, if required)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Project management and manager experience is a plus
- Experience with Asana
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Comfortable within macOS environment
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $170,000 per year, commensurate with experience, plus a discretionary annual bonus. IMC is committed to its team and strives to offer employees a competitive compensation package that reflects its values and culture. The Studio’s array of benefits includes medical coverage (health, dental, vision) with 100% employer contributions, a matching 401(k) plan after one year of employment, and pre-tax spending accounts (FSA, commuter). Perks include a generous discretionary time off policy and flexible work arrangements.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit a resume and cover letter to jobs+creative@imcexperiences.com. References may be requested. Please do not make phone calls. Early submission is recommended. This position is available immediately (or on the list date).
LOCATION AND TRAVEL
This is a full-time position based remotely. Occasional travel, including Studio-wide events and internal organizational meetings, will be required.
IMC is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join our team. IMC prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. IMC has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
