Manage the creative process from concept to completion. Translate marketing objectives into clear creative strategies. Creating cross-industry trend-setting graphics. Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams, such as copywriters, web developers, video producers and audio technicians. Lead and direct the production of all creative materials. Ensure visual communication and brand standards are met. Produce and oversee compelling client presentations and proposals. Effectively sell creative in client pitches.

Deploying design skills with no boundaries to produce visual solutions to the communication needs of clients. Constantly being aware of current fashions in the visual arts. Working knowledge of the latest digital trends. Understanding of material costs, environmental impact and time limits, all of which can have an effect on the final product.

Art directing and working with junior designers on the implementation of new campaigns. Designing and producing printed materials including but not limited to direct mail pieces (letters, postcards, invitations, etc.), stationary items (business cards, letterheads, envelopes, etc.) newsletters, magazines, brochures, flyers, posters, print ads, packaging, car wraps, outdoor signs and trade show booth designs. Creating (design and program) HTML pages, emails, and web banners. Participating in the concepting for materials and publications. Selecting, integrating and manipulating photos as well as artist's illustrations. Preparing, collecting jobs and sending digital files to printers and/or clients. Reviewing and approving proofs, detecting errors and indicating corrections. Assisting press checks for ensuring optimum color accuracy.

Developing a complete set of new company wide graphic standards, from new logo and stationary, to website, promotional materials, etc. Responsible for designing and producing websites, brochures, newsletters and other marketing materials. Supervising and assisting junior designers in the creation of printed and online materials. Reviewing all completed projects for quality assurance. Assisting with pre-sales estimates and maintaining relationships with print vendors. Art direction for marketing materials within the company as well as for client credit unions.