Associate Creative Director (Art Director) - #1405135

Company Overview

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people —then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.

About You

As part of the Creative Experiences Inhouse Agency, the Associate Creative Director (art director) plays a pivotal role, emphasizing exceptional creativity. This position requires a strategic and conceptually driven creative leader with a passion for developing bold, breakthrough campaigns rooted in brand strategy. This role requires exceptional visual storytelling skills, a strong creative vision, and the ability to raise the bar of excellence across all touchpoints. The ideal candidate is a compelling communicator, an inspiring mentor, and a collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Must be skilled at leading brainstorms and presentations, managing multiple projects, and staying ahead of cultural, design, and platform trends to drive innovative work.

Description

• Strong creative skills with the ability to think conceptually and develop big idea campaigns that are strategically grounded
• Raise the bar of creative excellence. Ensure all creative work meets high standards of quality, creativity, and brand consistency
• Develop and execute visually compelling, smart, authentic and unexpected brand narratives that break through and capture audience attention
• Play a leading role in the evolution of the brand across all touchpoints
• Ability to articulate vision, idea, and objectives
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Actively leads, participates, and contributes to brainstorm sessions
• Fosters positive relationships among the internal stakeholders, the creative department, direct reports, and other partners
• Serve as an aspiring example and mentor to junior creative staff
• Ability to lead presentations
• Agile problem-solver who can prioritize. Knows when to think big and when to flex towards more practical solutions
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Stay abreast of industry, technology, cultural, design, and platform trends to inspire forward-thinking work
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• 7 + years professional experience as an art director, at an agency or in-house (ideally agency)
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite
• Portfolio featuring a wide range of conceptual and strategic creative work
• Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, or related field
• Experience in creative conceptual development, brand strategy, advertising, marketing, innovation, and corporate identity
• Excellent presentation skills
• Outstanding organizational, detail, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize according to changing deadlines
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to proactively solve creative challenges, self-motivate, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent management skills and strong leadership potential
• Ability to professionally engage with and take feedback from stakeholders
  
  

Where we’re going

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!

Equal Opportunity Employer

UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [email protected] .

The pay range for this position is $112,300.00 to $161,400.00 USD, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG’s comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers