Job Description:

Creative Design Manager

Job Locations

US-MA-Watertown | US-CT-Wethersfield | US-ME-Portland | US-ME-Augusta | US-ME-Westbrook | US-MA-Boston | US-NH-Bedford | US-MA-Springfield | US-MA-Worcester

Overview

About Us

WE ARE VHB-a passionate team of engineers, scientists, surveyors, planners, and designers tackling exciting challenges in the transportation, real estate, institutional, applied technology, and energy industries-serving a range of public- and private-sector clients. At VHB, we are dedicated to improving mobility, enhancing communities, and balancing development and infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship.

We are creative problem-solvers
• We work hard, and we give back


• We like our colleagues, and we love Mondays (really)


• We are diverse, caring, welcoming, and fun!

It's not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

About the Position

Are you a visual storyteller? Curious and creative? Strategic and tech-savvy?

VHB is seeking a Creative Design Manager to lead our Regional Creative Design Team, providing design direction on our pursuits and client deliverables. We are looking for an inspired, energetic go-getter and strategic thinker who relishes the thrill of positioning VHB as best-in-class related to Transportation, Real Estate, Institutional, Energy, Federal, and State and Local Government markets.

A key member of the Regional Marketing team, and reporting into the Regional Marketing Director, this high-visibility role manages the day-to-day work of our Creative Design Team responsible for preparing complex, proactive, and high-profile pursuit materials, presentations, internal or external visibility communications, and/or client and employee engagement deliverables.

Responsibilities

High-visibility role that requires a dynamic leader comfortable working closely with office/regional leaders, as well as marketing and communications professionals across the firm as a key contributor to initiatives.

• Takes an elevated leadership and management role in design efforts through all phases of conceptual development and final production of materials, which may include proposals, presentations, internal design and communication deliverables, and external visibility projects.


• Manages the work of a team responsible for creative designs, carrying out supervisory and training responsibilities, and the planning, assigning, and directing of work. Schedules and prioritizes the day-to-day team workload and incoming assignments of varying complexity.


• Facilitates and coaches to produce materials that communicate the strategic vision identified for a given pursuit, communication, or campaign, in alignment with the organization's brand. Serves as a VHB brand ambassador, ensuring team completes all marketing deliverables in compliance with corporate branding standards, formats, and template styles. Meets all deadlines, budgets, and quality expectations while working collaboratively and communicatively. Provides quality control and design feedback for design communications, pursuits, and deliverables within team.


• Partners with marketing colleagues, project managers, and business leaders to understand and define scope and audience, messaging, and vision. Conceptualize, advise, and present on the best approach to successfully achieve goals and deliver the best outcome within budget and schedule for both VHB and client deliverables.


• Works closely with Regional Marketing Director and Regional Marketing Managers to drive departmental growth including develop, train, contribute to, and share best practices that advance and improve processes and team understanding


• Participates in team meetings and training with marketing, communication, and design peers.


• Stays current on use of all relevant software. Proactively participates in professional development.


• May work directly with clients, including meetings and communications. Coordinates and manages interactions with third parties (e.g., print vendors, photographers, advertisers).


• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong verbal, written, and visual communicator with a positive attitude


• Ability to balance critical and creative thinking


• Forward thinker who remains current in marketing news and trends


• Ability to manage and lead multiple assignments and internal marketing teams concurrently, juggling busy schedules and tight deadlines with ease


• Calm and effective under deadline pressure


• Ability to work independently, as well as be an effective team player with a flexible, collaborative attitude


• Exceptional attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to quality


• Willingness to travel, on occasion.

Qualifications

• Requires 8-10 years of graphic design experience (preferably in A/E/C environment) and at least 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Graphic Design or related discipline.


• Strong understanding of the A/E/C industry (e.g., markets, services).


• Experience with digital marketing strategies.


• Advanced knowledge of and extensive experience using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite programs (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, InDesign, Photoshop). Working knowledge of HTML5/CSS3 preferred.


• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong understanding of photography, video, animation, email and web design, and social media.


• Understanding use of 3D renderings, visualizations, and GIS mapping. Excellent leadership, project management, creativity, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and meet deadlines.


• Self-motivated and self-disciplined. Experience mentoring designers. Demonstrated initiative and ability to work collaboratively and efficiently. Ability to quickly and accurately edit and reformat documents while under time constraints.


• Ability to read and follow technical specifications (e.g., advertising, video, web, social media).


• Excellent understanding of construction of files and ability to create templates.


• Involvement in industry affiliations preferred (i.e., AIGA).

New employees will be onboarded virtually and begin their employment from home. We are in the process of planning for a safe return to the workplace in alignment with government and CDC guidelines.

VHB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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