Lead Art Director - Sports

The Lead Art Director for sports will be responsible for the execution of high-level conceptual design for live sports broadcasts and promotional campaign development. Applies deep knowledge of strategic and consumer marketing to bring conceptual ideas to life, on all platforms. Executes design solutions through fast-paced problem solving and conceptual design skills.
 

Scripps offers a hybrid work option for this position
 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Shepherd projects from concept to completion independently, as well as in collaboration with others
• Maintain a focus on project efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness
• Translate and execute effectively against creative briefs, interpret client requests, feedback, and direction
• Balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Work closely with project managers, designers, and creative leaders to provide best in class solutions
• Conceptualize, and create best in class, strategically sound design solutions that meet client objectives
• Lead/mentor others to become strong creative contributors
   

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, or Art preferred, but not required
• Minimum of  8-10 years of creative and design experience, in or around sports, within an Agency or similar environment.
   

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Highly adaptable and agile learner
• Strong design skills
• Expert in Creative Suite 
• Solid understanding of consumer marketing, branding, design
• Calm under pressure: Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Highly Self-motivated
• Stellar conceptual and ability
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized

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