About Us

Gatesman is an award winning-rapidly growing, fully integrated advertising agency with offices in Pittsburgh and Chicago. We are bound by the intense desire to succeed with a relentless commitment to results. No matter the challenge, we find a path forward always working to elevate our clients' brands and push the limits of what's possible.

Our goal is to leave a lasting legacy by building a business where creativity thrives and curiosity is rewarded. A place that creates stories that are memorable and meaningful, and most importantly, a place where ideas spark meaningful solutions. To help businesses grow and to connect with people in the process- through insights, conversation, provocation, and inspiration.

Our experience spans a wide range of industries, with particularly deep expertise in B2B, higher education, financial services, and retail. We are fiercely independent and proud members of IPREX and AMIN, a global network of leading independent agencies.

Position Overview

We're searching for an experienced SVP, Creative Director with a minimum 15+ years in the creative industry. B2B experience is a plus. Preference is for candidates with an Art Direction/Design background.

The position is a player/coach-both producing great work of their own and guiding the creative teams to create and produce great work. (In this case, a talented person who came up on the art direction/design side). They must recognize the best ideas when they see them and have the gravitas to present and persuasiveness to sell that work to our internal teams and to our clients alike. They can win over a room. They skillfully oversee the creative through rounds of revision ensuring the integrity of the work. You must be modern and forward thinking, and endlessly curious about the latest trends, technology and pop culture. You are a good listener to your team, your agency colleagues and our clients.

Essential Responsibilities

Drive creative excellence by guiding the work. Continually elevating the level of ideas being developed
You possess an entrepreneurial, builder mindset and are excited to shape and guide the Creative Department to a higher level
Work with agency operations and other departments to ensure your team and resources are being properly allocated
Be a thought leader for our clients and the go-to person for creative focused conversations, inspiration and advice
Direct and motivate teams of directors, designers, visualizers, production artists, strategists, art directors, producers, copywriters etc. to help them use and grow their talents effectively
Revise content and presentations, approve/reject ideas, provide feedback to the team that inspires and coaches them to implement better work and working habits
Deliver powerful creative presentations to senior clients and brand teams
Train and guide the team to support their growth and development as well as their ability to deliver day-to-day work
Responsibility for managing a team of 5 writers, designers, art directors and crafting a goal path for them
Organized, meticulous and an excellent time manager, both for themselves and their staff

REQUIREMENTS:

15+ years minimum in the creative industry with an art director background.
Experience creating integrated content across all marketing channels and tech stacks
A digital forward mindset, with a deep understanding of how creative concepts exist in the digital space and beyond.
Experienced being a critical member of new business efforts, with evidence of success
Strong interpersonal skills with a broad range of agency and client people at all levels of an organization
Contemporary and digitally savvy, including understanding the importance and evolving role that AI must play in the work
Be a fully engaged leader for the agency. Work effectively with the agency directors and leadership team and impact the agency effectively
A natural builder who is driven, undaunted, inspiring, collaborative and supportive
Functional knowledge of the creative toolset (Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, AI, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Arts, Advertising, Design or other relevant degree required
Portfolio that demonstrates proven track record of successful business building creative solutions
Position reports to the CEO with a dotted line to the President
Up to 20% travel may be required

Gatesman Benefits:

Hybrid Work Schedule
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance available on the first day of employment
FSA/HSA's
401k with an employer match
Unlimited PTO
Flex Friday's
13 Holiday's including time off between Christmas and New Years
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Sabbatical
Strong culture and supportive working environment

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