Senior Design Leader - Creative Direction & Mentorship

Woodward Communications, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodward Communications, Inc. seeks a senior creative leader to direct the design team and oversee ads for print and digital publications. You will mentor designers, ensure timely production, and collaborate with sales, editorial, events, and marketing to deliver engaging visuals.

The role emphasizes customer-focused service, confidentiality, and budget stewardship while advancing brand guidelines across channels.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field.
• Minimum three years experience in ad design and publication layout (print and website).
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word & PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Direct the creation of ads and preflight customer-supplied ads appearing in In Business’ print & digital publications.
• Create high-quality graphics and visually engaging publications appropriate for printers or digital platforms.
• Coordinate production and advertising deadlines for In Business’ products.
• Mentor graphic designers on product and process improvements while encouraging growth.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process.
• Actively lead and participate in the Great Game of Business.
• Execute or delegate miscellaneous job-related duties.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Acrobat

Graphic design

Deadline management

Training teams

Education

Graphic design degree

Job description

Woodward Communications, Inc. seeks a senior creative leader to direct the design team and oversee ads for print and digital publications. You will mentor designers, ensure timely production, and collaborate with sales, editorial, events, and marketing to deliver engaging visuals.

The role emphasizes customer-focused service, confidentiality, and budget stewardship while advancing brand guidelines across channels.