Creative Director-360 Advertising Campaigns

Job ID 10106499 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Dec. 03, 2024

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Job Summary:

Creative Director

We are Disney's Yellow Shoes, the in-house creative agency for Disney Experiences. Every day, we create compelling, impactful creative content for one of the most beloved brands on the planet. Help inspire that magic by being part of a team that exists to push the limits of entertainment marketing and create the never-before-seen!

Who are we looking for? An extraordinary Creative Director with a relentless passion for uncovering “the big idea,” and a mastery of ideation in every medium. The ideal candidate, will be well-versed in current design trends, has a keen understanding of omni-channel creative, and a proven track record of delivering award-winning creative campaigns.

The Creative Director assists with daily leadership on client business. The Creative Director will be instrumental in upholding creative vision and generating work to maintain Disney Yellow Shoes standards. They will apply insights to develop, write and present concepts using passionate curiosity as a source for inspiration. The Creative Director will be a highly organized time manager, team morale booster, a great communicator and listener. The Creative Director is expected to think creatively in all aspects of the job from brainstorming and internal leadership to client communications. The candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the agency forward with a definite emphasis on the Disney Cruise Line business. They will work alongside the Group Creative Director and be a positive role model to all members of the creative team.

This full time position is based in Celebration, FL .

This individual will report to the Group Creative Director.

Materials Required for Consideration: Portfolio and CV at time of application.

You will be:

Directing the creative function so that the environment, culture, team, capabilities, tools, processes, expectations, work style and other elements support the creative and strategic goals and brand of the agency.
Leading by example as both a creator and a director by actively participating in concept development, design, and execution when needed, setting the standard for the quality of work expected from the team.
Oversees strategy development in collaboration with the planning team and GCD.
Studies the creative marketplace, assessing where the agency’s work stands against competitors, as well as our clients’ competitors’ creative work.
Participating in the development of agency plans and programs by advising, evaluating and assisting in moving initiatives forward and developing the creative team.
Instilling a passion for collaboration, teamwork and inspiration throughout the department.
Staying on top of industry, creative and managerial trends so that the department is continually prepared to challenge and win in the marketplace.
Guide the work of all direct reports, giving them feedback and leading the generation of stellar ideas.
Preparing team members for presentations and collaborating with clients (where applicable).

You will have:

15+ years in an agency setting, or related experience and 5+ years’ experience leading teams in a professional environment.
Exceptional presentation skills– a requirement for both internal and external creative presentations, including proficiency in Keynote and Powerpoint.
Strong background in art direction, design, and photography with an unwavering attention to detail.
Ability to lead multiple assignments, self-manage and meet deadlines while working under pressure with tight, quick timelines
Attacking both the big projects and smaller ones with equal enthusiasm and being a positive force, instilling inspiration and keeping teams motivated to do their best work.
High-level creative/critical thinking skills, with experience in brainstorming, managing and implementing marketing, social media and event programs.
Demonstrated experience across a wide range of marketing channels.
Strong understanding of client business needs and how it applies to marketing strategy, objectives and creative deliverables.
Strong articulation of a creative philosophy and the ability to share that philosophy throughout the organization.
Proven track record for outstanding concept ideation and award–winning creative; Competency in ideating in the digital and social space.
Excellent writing /copy writing skills (CW) or design skills (AD).
Knowledge and genuine interest in the Walt Disney Company history–including films, animation, television and vacation experiences.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights and holidays and nationally/internally with a US Passport for international travel.

Preferred experience:

Innovation, trend, promotional, experiential, social media experiences preferred.

Education:

Associates (2 year) degree in Advertising, Art, Graphic Art or Design.

Preferred education:

An Ad school or Liberal Arts (4 year) degree is preferred.

A minimum of Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Destinations, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Disney Destinations, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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