Manager, Content Design

PurposeBuilt Brands; Gurnee (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Generous paid time off

401K company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, & vision insurance

Annual fitness stipend

Employee discount on all products

LinkedIn learning membership

Job summary

A premier consumer products company is seeking a highly motivated Content Design Manager to lead its HomeShine Studios team. This role involves overseeing a team of designers, creating digital content across various platforms, and ensuring high standards of quality. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of relevant experience and a dynamic portfolio. This position offers a competitive salary range of $95,000–$106,000, flexible work options, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in art direction or design with a focus on digital + social.
• Dynamic creative portfolio showcasing a range of projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of designers.
• Conceptualize and execute across various campaigns.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality.

Skills

Art direction

Digital content creation

Leadership

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Storytelling abilities

Project management

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Sketch

Job description

Who We ArePurposeBuilt Brands, rooted in a legacy dating back to Weiman, stands as a pioneer in crafting top-tier products for specialty surfaces. Our beloved brands, including Weiman, Goo Gone, Green Gobbler, Biokleen, Gonzo, Magic, Wright’s, Stone Care International, Urnex, Five Star, and Micro-Scientific, are preferred choices among consumers and seasoned professionals alike.

Content Design Manager

Hybrid - Gurnee, Illinois

At PBB, we seek to hire employees who bring a level of engagement, drive, and performance that pushes business forward. We work together and are motivated by positive results, while continuously thriving in a scrappy environment. We believe our greatest assets are the talented and passionate employees who are motivated by our purposeful work. Our company may be 60 years old, but the real growth is just getting started.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Content Design Manager to join the HomeShine Studios team within PurposeBuilt Brands. HomeShine Studios is PBB’s internal creative agency that creates breakthrough communication for PBB’s portfolio of consumer and commercial brands. See our reel.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and mentor a team of designers, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Conceptualize, design and execute across a variety of campaigns and projects.
• Displays keen attention‑to‑detail and upholds all work at the highest standards of quality.
• Execute digital content including, but not limited to video, e‑commerce experiences, paid + organic social, display ads, email, websites, static and animated assets.
• Develop storyboards for video content and animated graphics.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualize designs that effectively communicate our brand message and product features.
• Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends, tools, and technologies (including AI) to continuously improve the quality and impact of creative output.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of creativity and production quality.
• Ensure brand consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with creative partners and internal stakeholders.
• Attend and support on live production as required.

What You Will Bring

• 8+ years of experience in art direction or design with a focus on digital + social, including 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• A dynamic creative portfolio showcasing a range of projects, including digital and social content examples.
• Proficiency in industry‑standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma and Sketch.
• Knowledgeable of digital best practices and trends.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities across diverse brands and timelines.
• Excellent creative and storytelling abilities, with a keen eye for detail and design aesthetics.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present ideas and concepts effectively.
• Wireframing experience is a plus.

Compensation Range

$95,000‑$106,000

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job‑related skills, experience, location, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specifics for each salary range.

Benefits

PBB offers a wide range of benefits because we understand no two employees are the same. We want our employees to feel empowered to set their day up for success, whether that's in the office or remote. (This role is primarily remote but requires occasionally working onsite to create packaging mockups and review proofs. Max 2 days/wk onsite.)

What We Offer

• Flexible work options (fully remote, hybrid, onsite)
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive salaries and bonus incentives
• 401K company match
• Competitive medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Annual fitness stipend
• Unmatched employee discount on all products
• Summer Hours
• LinkedIn learning membership

PurposeBuilt Brands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.