About Ketchum

As a global communications consultancy with 100 years of experience, Ketchum is a trusted partner who is equal parts creative and analytical. Ketchum is a place where all perspectives and points of view are welcome and encouraged. We are a collection of communications specialists, content creators, creatives, researchers, data analysts, media pros, digital strategists, issues and crisis counselors, and tech nerds. And we love when those worlds collide to create the very best teams and solutions for our clients. We work with the world’s leading brands, emerging start-ups, and everything in between. We are beyond proud to have created some of the most celebrated and award-winning campaigns in our industry. We’re just crazy enough to think we can impact the world – and how it responds to ideas – through communication.

We encourage our employees to be curious, brave, inspiring, and a force for good. Let’s talk. Come belong at Ketchum!

 

Overview:   We're looking for an hourly Director, Design with experience in creative service production. This role will lead the development of visual design, brand identity, and templated content development for social, internal marketing materials and PowerPoint presentations.  Reporting to the Executive Creative Director, the director design will guide creative development and execution of content solution as well as providing quality assurance of content being developed.     About the job: Lead small KED team in the creative development of various types of including planning and estimating highly complex projects Coordinate with client team to interpret client needs in a coherent and constructive format for the creative development of the project through KED Understand target audience requirements and translate to team actions that enhance development of creative approaches and solutions Prepare documentation describing how message architecture, concept, and design reflect the outlined communication strategy and audience(s) Partner with PMO team on creative workflow process regarding timelines with the goal of having all projects completed on time and on budget Assist the creative team in managing and prioritizing workloads Quality assurance to ensure documentation is complete and accurate, create project schedule and assign creative work to team Manage communication between creative KED team and teams/clients Maintaining consistent brand identities across all media Provide quality assurance of all creative deliverables Ability to manage staff and determine appropriate coordination needs for freelance and other consultant needs Advanced knowledge of design software and online trends Collaborate with account teams to create and develop new business opportunities Ability to develop high-end business development presentations which includes; concept, writing and creative execution Ability to independently conceptualize and design content solutions   Qualifications: Minimum of 10+ years experience working on content development for print, Web, video and other multimedia solutions Remain up-to-date with current and emerging trends and web development technologies Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, on time and within budget Team-oriented and have a collaborative approach to creative development Strong client management skills with the ability to articulate and present conceptual ideas effectively Strong writing and presentation skills 

 

The hourly rate for this position is $60 - $100.  The rate of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data.  A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available.

What We Offer

Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire Paid maternity/paternity leave Family Forming Benefits Employee Recognition Program Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life Tuition reimbursement Monthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursement

Interested? We’ve got an opportunity for you.