Senior Creative Manager

Job Description

Are you a strategic thinker who loves rolling up your sleeves? Do you relish the challenge of balancing creative excellence with operational rigor? Are you the person who ensures every campaign hits the mark on time and on brand? If you’re ready to shape the future of our creative function and drive measurable impact, we want to hear from you. We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Creative Manager to lead our in-house creative function and act as the central point of contact between our internal team and external agencies. You will own project management, quality control, content governance, and people leadership to optimize every asset from brief to final approval. This role demands hands on expertise in Premiere, Adobe Creative Suite, and Asana, plus a strategic mindset for creative operations and agency collaboration. Bachelor degree in a creative discipline such as Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Film / Media Production, Multimedia Arts, Animation or a closely related field. Equivalent professional certification or intensive boot‑camp in Creative Project Management, Brand Strategy, or UX / UI Design will also be considered. Advanced studies (e.g., MBA with Marketing focus, MA in Design Management) or PMP / Agile certifications are a plus. Must have five (5) to seven (7) years in a creative leadership (art director, producer, project manager) or senior management role, preferably within an agency or brand marketing environment. Strong portfolio showcasing campaigns, video work, sound design, and storytelling capabilities. Hands‑on experience or strong working knowledge of 3D animation tools (e.g., Cinema 4D, Blender) is a plus but not required. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross‑functional teams. Exceptional organizational skills with a track record of managing multiple high‑priority projects. Strong presentation and interpersonal skills; comfortable interfacing with senior stakeholders and external partners. Proven track record of optimizing workflows and reducing external spend without sacrificing creativity. Acute attention to detail and brand standards, balanced with big‑picture thinking. Passion for developing scalable processes and championing best practices in creative operations.

Located on the Mashantucket Pequot reservation, this position will be filled in accordance with Tribal law.