Illumination is looking for a Creative Director, Consumer Products to be responsible for the creation of design assets for consumer products, ensuring brand integrity and driving creative strategy across style guides and design programs.
Requirements
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or related programs
- Expert Knowledge of MS office programs
- Working knowledge of 3D programs like Blender
- Experience and extensive knowledge in manufacturing and print techniques
Responsibilities
- direct and design the creation of style guides
- Directs the creation of style guides and creative assets for designated franchises while considering regional sensitivities and stylistic tastes which need to be considered in global initiatives
- design and art direct product development for the Food, Health & Beauty categories
- Ensures design excellence by creating new artwork and making artistic contributions to new initiatives
- Works with key stakeholders to ensure licensees have necessary assets to bring product to market
- Secures strong internal and external creative and production resources.
- Manages relationships and projects with strong planning and negotiation skills to ensure projects are delivered on budget and on schedule
Other
- 10+ years in leading style guide development for major entertainment IP’s. Film experience is highly desired
- Experience in design development across Brand Development, Food, Beauty & Care product and creative management experience
- Able to successfully collaborate with multiple divisions across an organization, while being an articulate presenter that can sell their work
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of competitors, pricing, product offerings, and retail trends through market research, industry publications and digital research
- Have a working knowledge of product development across all categories with a focus on Food, Health & Beauty packaging to ensure the brand is being properly positioned in the marketplace on a global basis
