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Looking to land your dream job alongside the thought leaders of the product ideation industry?

Congo Brands is the parent company to the most innovative, flourishing brands on the market, including Alani Nu, Prime Hydration, stori, 3D Energy, and more. From an initial product idea to re-stocking retail shelves, we build brands with strong celebrity/influencer relationships, consumer connection, and global authority.

Alani Nu, a rapidly growing health and wellness brand, is seeking a Creative Director to lead the art direction group and oversee the development and execution of Alani Nu creative assets alongside the VP of Creative. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creative direction, design, branding, and marketing, as well as experience leading and managing a team of designers and content creators. The Creative Director will report to the Vice President of Creative.

What We Need From You

• More direction, less design. We are looking for a creative leader who will bring big ideas to the table and lead a team of art directors to execute on time, in budget and on brand.
• Align with the VP of Creative to ensure consistent direction, style, and methodology for the brand.
• Develop and execute the brand's creative vision and direction across all channels, including digital, social media, print, and packaging.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement integrated marketing campaigns that drive brand awareness, engagement, and sales.
• Lead and manage a team of art directors to ensure the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of all creative assets.
• Demonstrate strategic and conceptual thinking, a strong taste level, and experience in photo/art direction, typography, and graphic design.
• Manage the creative production process from concept to delivery, ensuring that all assets are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
• Establish and maintain the brand's visual and creative identity, including the development of brand guidelines, design templates, and creative briefs.
• Maintain and build upon the look, feel, accuracy, and functionality of the brands identity.
• Review all art and photography to ensure factual accuracy and adequacy of selling messages and creative effectiveness.
• Provide personal accountability for the accuracy of all final art for assigned projects.
• Work with the project management team to delegate tasks.
• Ability to travel for occasional press checks and photo/video shoots.
• Set the bar high and get there fast without sacrificing quality for speed.
• Perform competitive assessments and provide innovative alternatives, as well as research and understand design, marketing, and technology trends.
• Present visual concepts and ideas in an organized, compelling, effective manner.
• You have no problem rolling up your sleeves and hustling in order to get the job done.
• You must be comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment where ambiguity and short turnaround schedules are the standard.
• Ability to give insightful and constructive feedback to your team.
• You must excel in managing multiple projects, priorities, and people concurrently.
• Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and collaboration within the creative team and across the organization.

Requirements

• Please include a portfolio link on your resume.
• 7+ years as a creative director or senior art team leader.
• Experience leading and managing a team of designers and content creators.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Talent to inspire team members to create amazing visuals.
• Skilled in working under pressure and delivering results within tight deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Fluent in all creative software (i.e. Adobe Creative Cloud), prototyping tools, etc. and familiar with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Strong foundational skills including composition, design, and color theory.
• Must have the ability to take and give constructive criticism and maintain a professional attitude.
• Exhibit a high degree of ownership and accountability.
• Strong project management skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Work independently as well as in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Bonus Eligible Based on Individual & Company Performance