ELEMIS - US Creative Lead (Temporary - 6 Months)

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

As the Creative Lead, you will manage a team of two in-house designers along with freelance design and photography resources. You will oversee all creative processes, including project delegation, creative briefing, photography coordination, and the effective use of internal and external partners.

You will work closely with the Project Manager to align on timelines and deliverables, and must bring strong project management experience to ensure deadlines are met and workflows run smoothly.

In close partnership with the Copywriter, you will lead the development of creative assets for the US market—ensuring alignment with brand standards and channel requirements. You will adapt global assets to meet US-specific needs and translate marketing and branding strategies into innovative, high-impact campaigns that engage target audiences.

Please note that this role will be a 6-month contract working on a full-time schedule (Monday-Friday), with a pay rate of $70-85 per hour, based on the candidate's experience.  This position will be hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote).

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the concept, design, and execution of creative assets for the US market across digital, print, retail, and experiential channels. Including but not limited to :

Social Media Content

• Digital marketing (email, banners, paid media assets)
• Print collateral (influencer mailers, secondary packaging, flyers)
• Badges / icons, onsite assets for GWPs, promotions, and landing pages.
• In-store event materials
• Produce mockups, storyboards, and roughs to visualize ideas, taking work from concept to final delivery within deadlines.
• Manage and mentor a team of two in-house designers, plus freelance design and photography resources.
• Provide clear creative direction, feedback, and professional development to team members.
• Partner closely with the Project Manager to plan timelines, allocate resources, and ensure smooth workflow across all creative projects.
• Present creative work to Marketing and Leadership teams to get feedback and approvals on concept and tactics.
• Collaborate daily with the Design Team, Copywriter, and Marketing team to align on brand positioning, messaging, and channel needs.
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audience.
• Stay ahead of creative trends, industry best practices, and emerging tools / technologies to keep brand output fresh and competitive.
• Additional tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & CHARACTERISTICS

Elemis is an equal opportunities employer. This means that, when making decisions about our employees’ careers with us, our main considerations are their ability to do their jobs and develop in their roles. One way we cultivate change is by creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace and organizational culture. As part of this, we are committed to building an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, where everyone feels respected and valued. We recruit positive minded people who share our core values and our commitment to sustainability.

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