Communications Design Manager

To love what we do and share what we love, as we help others enjoy creativity and worthwhile accomplishments…in this we make a difference! — Statement of the Heart

Lead, assist, and mentor Design Team in creating websites, web content, advertisements, company publications, and internal company collateral.

**Essential Job Functions:** * Lead the development of online and printed collateral. Ensure pieces reflect current digital trends, are innovative, professionally designed, and consistent with Stampin’ Up!’s look and feel. * Enhance the online user experience/interface by integrating best practices and leading the team to create outstanding web designs. * Ensure quality of printed materials. Attend or manage attendance of press checks ensuring color consistency and quality. * Work closely with photographers to define shot lists and photographic styles. * Communicate effectively and regularly with Creative Director. * Collaborate with other departments to provide a design perspective, develop strategies and create designs that meet company objectives. * Mentor/manage design team, assign projects, create and maintain timelines. * Provide clear, strong, strategic creative direction to designers.Comm * Present and defend creative work with authority and enthusiasm. * Manage team budget as required. * Develop and maintain vendor relationships.

**Requirements:** * BA/BFA in graphic design, interactive design, marketing, multimedia, advertising or related discipline. * 5+ years experience in professional web/print design (agency or corporate setting). * Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, and Flash). Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications. * Expertise in both web and print, with an ability to build and elevate a brand. * Strong background and knowledge of web best practices and standards (UX/UI, site functionality, information architecture, etc.). * Proficient in creating results driven designs for online mediums. Specifically e-commerce, mobile, e-mail, landing pages, etc. * Expertise in the printing process and preparing artwork for production. * Proficiency in layout, typography, color theory, and design principles. * Clear understanding of branding and direct marketing principles. * Attention to detail with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work within specific time frames. * Strong communication skills with the ability to work with outside vendors and interact with employees and managers in various departments. * Ability to mentor and inspire team members to innovate and learn new skills. * Strong portfolio. **Other Skills & Abilities:** * Knowledge of technical languages such as PHP and Java Script helpful, but not required. * Understanding of analytics and multivariable testing, a plus.