Creative Manager

Kickstarter Limited; Mission (KS); Remote; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Creative Manager to lead the creative design process. This role involves managing vendors, overseeing projects, and collaborating with various teams to create impactful visual assets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in graphic design and project management, showcasing a passion for high-quality design and brand consistency. With a fully remote workforce and a commitment to work-life balance, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where creativity thrives. Join a team that values innovation and supports personal growth while making a difference in the creative landscape.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health plan offerings

16 paid vacation days

10 sick days

Company-wide winter break

25 volunteer hours per year

16 weeks of parental leave

Remote Working & Wellness Stipend

4-day workweek

Qualifications

• 5+ years in creative design, managing projects and vendors.
• Proficiency in Adobe tools and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee creative design projects from concept to delivery.
• Manage vendors and ensure brand consistency across platforms.

Skills

Creative Design

Project Management

Graphic Design

Communication Skills

Vendor Management

Attention to Detail

UI/UX Principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Asana

Job description

Kickstarter is the go-to crowdfunding platform for creative projects across everything from film, games and music to art, design, and technology. Fueled by the support of our team, our mission to help bring creative projects to life has been a core tenet since our inception in 2009.

To date, we have helped more than 272,000 creative projects reach their funding goal with pledges totaling more than $8.5 billion dollars. We continue to be committed to the growth and success of not only our community, but our team as well. Rooted in shared values, Kickstarter sees team members as whole people, giving every individual the autonomy and space to participate in decisions that impact them.

Kickstarter is seeking a highly skilled and self-driven Creative Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the creative design process from concept to execution. You will manage creative vendors, lead design projects, and maintain timelines to ensure high-quality, impactful creative outputs. This role requires hands-on design capabilities as well as strong project management skills to execute and deliver with little oversight. You will collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, content, and product teams to ensure that creative assets align with the company's brand and business goals.

The salary for this role in the United States is $105,000 - $120,000.

In this role, you will:

• Creative Vendor Management: Source, evaluate, and manage external creative vendors, including freelancers, agencies, and production companies, ensuring that deliverables meet brand guidelines, quality standards, and project timelines.
• Creative Project Management: Oversee all aspects of creative design projects, including timelines, budgets, and resources. Lead the creative development process from concept to delivery, ensuring that all assets are delivered on time and meet business objectives.
• Hands-on Design Expertise: Lead and drive the creation of compelling assets end-to-end that reinforce our brand identity while applying strategic thinking to design executions for all OOH, digital, print, and IRL branded experiences.
• Brand Consistency: Spearhead the development of new brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all platforms and consumer touchpoints, including digital, print, and social media.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, product, and content, to understand project goals and translate them into compelling visual solutions.
• Stakeholder Communication: Present creative concepts and designs to senior leadership and key stakeholders, incorporating feedback effectively to refine deliverables.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continuously elevate the creative output of the team.

About You

• 5+ years of experience in a creative design role, with at least 2 years of experience managing creative operations using Asana or another project management tool, as well as vendors.
• Proven hands-on experience in graphic design, including proficiency with tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, etc.), and Figma.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines with minimal oversight.
• Experience sourcing and managing creative vendors and agencies.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present and articulate design concepts.
• Highly creative with a strong attention to detail and a passion for high-quality design.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience working in industries such as technology, e-commerce, or media.
• Familiarity with web design, UI/UX principles, and digital content creation.
• Background for creating strong internal assets (decks, one-sheets, etc.) as well as product design and campaign creative assets.

What You'll Enjoy

• A fully remote workforce with plenty of opportunities to get to know your colleagues.
• 100% employer-paid health plan offerings.
• 16 paid vacation days, 10 sick days, and a company-wide winter break between Christmas and New Years.
• 25 volunteer hours each year to give back to your community.
• 16 weeks of parental leave plus fertility/family planning resources.
• Annual stipends including a Remote Working & Wellness Stipend of $3,000 USD (prorated) each calendar year for expenses related to remote working, wellness, health, and fitness, and a $500 Role Development Stipend.
• Kickstarter currently operates with a 4-day workweek, a model that aligns our belief in a healthy work-life balance and gives staff the space to be more than their work.
• Incredibly talented and inspiring colleagues who know how to blend their creative endeavors into their work.

Kickstarter is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.