Gatesman · 1 month ago
SVP, Creative Director
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$145K/yr - $180K/yr
15+ years expGatesman is an award-winning, rapidly growing advertising agency with offices in Pittsburgh and Chicago. They are seeking an experienced SVP, Creative Director to drive creative excellence, guide teams, and shape the Creative Department while delivering powerful presentations to clients.
AdvertisingMarketingPublic Relations
Responsibilities
Drive creative excellence by guiding the work. Continually elevating the level of ideas being developed
You possess an entrepreneurial, builder mindset and are excited to shape and guide the Creative Department to a higher level
Work with agency operations and other departments to ensure your team and resources are being properly allocated
Be a thought leader for our clients and the go-to person for creative focused conversations, inspiration and advice
Direct and motivate teams of directors, designers, visualizers, production artists, strategists, art directors, producers, copywriters etc. to help them use and grow their talents effectively
Revise content and presentations, approve/reject ideas, provide feedback to the team that inspires and coaches them to implement better work and working habits
Deliver powerful creative presentations to senior clients and brand teams
Train and guide the team to support their growth and development as well as their ability to deliver day-to-day work
Responsibility for managing a team of 5 writers, designers, art directors and crafting a goal path for them
Organized, meticulous and an excellent time manager, both for themselves and their staff
Qualification
Required
15+ years minimum in the creative industry with an art director background
Experience creating integrated content across all marketing channels and tech stacks
A digital forward mindset, with a deep understanding of how creative concepts exist in the digital space and beyond
Experienced being a critical member of new business efforts, with evidence of success
Strong interpersonal skills with a broad range of agency and client people at all levels of an organization
Contemporary and digitally savvy, including understanding the importance and evolving role that AI must play in the work
Be a fully engaged leader for the agency. Work effectively with the agency directors and leadership team and impact the agency effectively
A natural builder who is driven, undaunted, inspiring, collaborative and supportive
Functional knowledge of the creative toolset (Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, AI, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Arts, Advertising, Design or other relevant degree required
Portfolio that demonstrates proven track record of successful business building creative solutions
Preferred
B2B experience is a plus
Preference is for candidates with an Art Direction/Design background
Benefits
Hybrid Work Schedule
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance available on the first day of employment
FSA/HSA’s
401k with an employer match
Unlimited PTO
Flex Friday’s
13 Holiday’s including time off between Christmas and New Years
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Sabbatical
Strong culture and supportive working environment
Company
Gatesman
Gatesman is an advertising company that offers services in social media, branding, media planning, and event production.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Gatesman
CEO
Recent News
2025-04-26
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