Manager, Creative Director, Retail Bank

• Lead and inspire the team to develop strategically-grounded, insight-driven creative. • Manage creative talent (Art Directors, Graphic Designers and Copywriters) including a mix of full-time associates, contractors, and agencies. • Empower and inspire full-time associates through coaching, and help them develop in their careers. • Collaborate with marketing strategists and internal business clients to understand customer needs, positively influencing marketing strategy and the customer experience. • Demonstrate expert knowledge of advertising and marketing trends and translate business intent into creative strategies and executions that market products effectively. • Demonstrate an understanding of the intended audience; interprets market research and tests results, and uses findings to focus targeted marketing messages. • Build and maintain relationships with a network of partner groups (digital, operations, legal, etc.) to anticipate and proactively address obstacles and establish Brand Creative as a strategic thought partner. • Present and influence with a convincing and inspiring style to increase buy-in and open the door for new opportunities—both for your team and department.