Creative Manager

The Creative Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Creative Director by managing the day-to-day execution of creative projects and supervising the creative team. Focused on the Art 101 and Sulyn brands—both part of the Advantus Corp portfolio—this role ensures the department runs efficiently and that all deliverables meet timelines, brand guidelines, and quality expectations. Acting as a bridge between strategic direction and hands-on execution, the Creative Manager helps bring compelling, consumer-facing products to life while upholding the Creative Director’s vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the Creative Director and the design team, clearly communicating strategic direction and ensuring effective execution.
• Manage daily operations and workflow of the creative team, ensuring project timelines, deliverables, and quality standards are consistently met.
• Supervise and guide creative designers, fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment. Provide mentorship and regular feedback to support growth and performance.
• Translate brand strategy into actionable creative briefs and lead the team through ideation and execution.
• Oversee the execution of creative projects—including packaging, marketing assets, and brand materials—from concept to delivery.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as product development, sales, and marketing to understand project goals and deliver effective visual solutions.
• Lead internal creative reviews and brainstorming sessions that promote innovation, alignment, and consistency.
• Stay current on design trends and market competition to help inform creative direction and ensure brand relevance.
• Identify and implement improvements to creative processes, tools, and systems that enhance team efficiency.
• Ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines, reflects company standards, and supports business objectives.
• Step in to provide hands-on design support when needed to meet deadlines or maintain quality standards.
• Assist the Creative Director in developing visual strategies for new product development and retail placement.
• Contribute to identifying product gaps and generating ideas that enhance customer experience and grow market share.
• Support ongoing evaluation of creative effectiveness and recommend refinements to strengthen brand engagement.
• Maintain internal asset libraries and ensure accurate documentation and organization of creative materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field
• 3+ years of Management experience & 5+ years of Graphics experience
• Proven experience in a creative or design management role
• Demonstrated leadership and team development skills
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work and creative problem-solving
• Solid understanding of branding, marketing strategy, and visual storytelling
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design tools
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across teams and departments

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to provide examples of your previous work?
• What is your desired pay/salary?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Graphic design: 5 years (Required)
• Management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Addison, TX 75001