Creative Director || Allen

Job Description

today's About the Role: Creative director is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the vision, direction, and execution of all creative projects at Allen. This is a unique opportunity to shape the creative direction for a brand with over 36 years of heritage, elevating it to resonate with todays audience. Were looking for a visionary with at least 12 years of experience in a senior creative role, preferably within a large-scale brand or agency, with a track record of driving creative excellence across teams. Responsibilities: 1. Creative Leadership & Vision: Define and lead the creative vision, aligning it with Allens brand identity and business objectives. Champion innovation and push boundaries to deliver exceptional creative work that elevates the brand. 2. Team Management & Development: Lead and mentor a diverse team of creative professionals, including designers, copywriters, and art directors, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Support career development, set performance standards, and identify opportunities for team training and advancement. 3. Project Oversight & Quality Assurance: Oversee the end-to-end creative process across all mediums (digital, print, video, experiential), ensuring consistency, quality, and adherence to brand guidelines. Conduct final reviews of creative concepts and deliverables, ensuring they meet the highest quality standards and align with project requirements. 4. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with departments such as brand, product development, and media to ensure cohesive campaigns and initiatives that reinforce Allens brand narrative. Translate broad business objectives into effective creative strategies that resonate with our audience. 5. Process Management & Efficiency: Manage resources, timelines, and budgets effectively, ensuring projects stay on track while maintaining high creative standards. Implement efficient workflows and processes to streamline creative production and enable a smooth operation of the creative machinery. 6. Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to inspire forward-thinking strategies. Foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and excellence within the team, encouraging continuous improvement and learning. 7. Advocacy & Representation: Serve as a creative ambassador both internally and externally, representing Allens creative vision in discussions with stakeholders, partners, and the broader creative community. Communicate the value of creative excellence to the organization, advocating for the impact of high-quality, strategically aligned creative work.