Sr. Creative Manager

Hammerton, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hammerton, LLC in Salt Lake City is seeking a Sr. Creative Manager to own the creative vision for new lighting launches. You will shepherd concepts from first spark to finished campaigns across video, photography, design, and marketing copy.

You will pitch bold ideas, partner with Product Design, Development, Marketing, and Sales, and ensure brand consistency while delivering visually stunning content that resonates with luxury markets across North America.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio in art direction, graphic design, video editing, and storytelling.
• Experience in advertising agency or in‑house creative environment preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in art direction, design, video production, or related field.
• Experience with luxury products or high-end design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative strategy and execution for monthly product launches.
• Produce and edit product launch videos and short-form content.
• Create and retouch product photography and digital visuals.
• Develop headlines and marketing copy, leveraging AI tools.
• Maintain brand consistency across assets and campaigns.
• Collaborate with Product Design, Development, Marketing, and Sales.

Skills

Brand storytelling

Creative leadership

Video editing

Copywriting

Collaboration

UI design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art Direction, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, Advertising, or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

AI image tools

Job description

• Location 217 N Wright Brothers Drive,Salt Lake City, UT, 84116,United States
• Base Pay $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Art & Design, Marketing & Advertising, Media & Communication
• Industry Advertising & Marketing, Design Services, Furniture & Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Hammerton is a leading American designer/manufacturer of custom decorative lighting for the hospitality, commercial and residential markets. We are known as a major design innovator in our industry, and we’re rapidly growing. Our in‑house blown and kiln‑fired glass capabilities, combined with our expertise in metal fabrication and machining, make us uniquely capable of addressing the needs of the design industry’s most discerning clients.Hammerton lighting can be found in leading five‑star hotels and resorts, award‑winning restaurants and many of the most beautiful homes in North America.

As our Sr. Creative Manager, you’ll decide how the world sees our lighting. You’re a storyteller with exceptional taste, the kind of person who knows great work the moment you see it and won’t settle for anything less. You’ll own the creative vision and execution for new product launches, taking ideas from first spark to finished campaign across video, photography, design, and marketing copy. You’ll pitch bold ideas with clarity and conviction and partner with Product Design, Product Development, Marketing, and Sales along the way. If you want your work to shape how a brand looks, sounds, and feels, this is your stage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the creative strategy, storytelling, and execution of new product launches each month.
• Produce and edit product launch videos and short‑form content for websites and social media platforms.
• Create and retouch product photography, digital graphics, web banners, and landing page visuals.
• Develop compelling headlines and marketing copy with the help of AI.
• Utilize AI‑assisted creative tools to enhance content development and production efficiency across photo and video editing.
• Design brochures, flyers, and other print and digital collateral to support Sales and Marketing initiatives as needed.
• Maintain brand consistency across all creative assets while supporting the unique identity of each brand.
• Apply strong UI design principles to enhance digital product presentation and customer experience.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality standards and deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with Product Design and Development teams to understand product inspiration, craftsmanship, materials, and target audiences.
• Collaborate with creative team members and cross‑functional departments to support product launches and marketing initiatives.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• Strong professional portfolio showcasing art direction, graphic design, video editing, and visual storytelling capabilities is a must.
• Previous experience in an advertising agency or in‑house creative environment with experience crafting narratives and stories is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Art Direction, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in art direction, graphic design, video production, creative content development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience creating creative projects from concept through final production.
• Experience in luxury products, home furnishings, interior design, or architecture preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere Pro or comparable professional video editing software.
• Experience with photography, image retouching, compositing, and digital content creation.
• Strong understanding of visual design principles, typography, branding, and user interface (UI) design.
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted creative tools, including ChatGPT, Claude, or comparable platforms.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple creative projects while meeting established deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining brand standards.
• Experience operating professional camera systems, including Canon, Nikon, Sony, or comparable equipment preferred.
• Experience with After Effects, motion graphics, 3D rendering, or similar software preferred.
• Familiarity with website platforms and landing page design preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Prolonged period of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.