Job Description

We are passionate Toy Creators! We’ve been coming up with new ideas that bring kids and families together for over 40 years! This passion leads us to attack the day ahead like there is no tomorrow. Above all we are a Creative Company where positivity, fun and great ideas are at the core of who we are! We have an exciting opportunity in our Atlanta office for a hands-on, experienced  Creative Director . You will have the opportunity to work on Big Brands and be part of an exceptional team of professionals.

The  Creative Director brings a spirit of innovation and leadership to creative excellence with emphasis on strategically smart creative thinking and ideas including direction for the development and execution of world-class promotional toys and other playful products for all Atlanta-based clients.

Responsibilities:

• Major focus on the creation of business-winning creative products and programs for kids
• Focusing on the development of the key creative insight/platform “big idea”. Ensures that effective results are driven and applied to the client partner’s business and brand
• Hands-on creative development and brainstorming of promotional programs themes, concepts and toy premiums for client objectives, strategies and requirements
• Delivering dynamic “live” presentations of the creative work for existing clients as well as new business prospects. Is the presentation “front-person” for all things creative in Atlanta
• Proactively demonstrating break-through thinking, pushes the boundaries, looks for new ideas, fresh approaches, latest product innovations and graphic styles. Doesn’t rely on the “tried and true”
• Leadership inspiration and supervision of Creative Team: motivates, mentors, makes ideas better and manages creative costs to budget
• Partnering with Account and Engineering leadership to ensure effective teamwork
• Partnering with Business Development on new business prospects

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in design, Illustration or Industrial Design and 10-15 years’ experience designing and directing all aspects of the creative project lifecycle including both traditional print and digital; 3-5 years in a supervisory role
• Consumer of pop culture, toys, and family/kid’s entertainment
• Experience at an agency, design studio, or toy company working on national kids/family brands
• Understands how to design new products and programs according to client brand strategy
• High energy and ability to have fun
• Must have Product Development experience with toys
• Proven ability to deliver and inspire great creative product on strategy
• Ability to work quickly and manage multiple projects at once, while keeping strict deadlines
• QSR (quick service restaurant) experience helpful
• Experience managing freelance resources and budget
• Must be proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Presentation Programs; familiarity with 3D design programs a plus

Applicants who meet the above qualifications are invited to forward their resume/portfolio: Ben Carlson at bcarlson@strottman.com. Please include samples from your portfolio or link to your website.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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