About Debut
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Debut Group brings together a team of Scientists, Artists, Analytic Thinkers, Dreamers, and Problem Solvers, who have been at the forefront of merging science with experience design for over 20 years. Our innovative approach, known as Neuroscaping, leverages the latest findings in behavioral and cognitive neuroscience to craft experiences that not only captivate but also create deep, meaningful connections between companies and their audiences. This multidisciplinary methodology ensures that each experience we design is not just impactful but grounded in scientific insight.
Job Summary
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Debut Group seeks a Creative Director with a robust background in conceptualizing engaging experiences, solid graphic design skills, and an understanding of motion graphics. Reporting to the VP, Strategy and Creative, this role is not only strategic and managerial but also hands-on, requiring direct involvement in the graphic design of projects and presentations. The successful candidate will lead our creative team while collaborating with Producers and the Science team to deliver high-quality, scientifically-informed creative outputs that resonate deeply with clients and their target audiences.
Job Duties
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- Conceptualize and lead the design of immersive experience, utilizing strong graphic design skills and knowledge of motion graphics to translate ideas into compelling visual stories.
- Collaborate closely with the VP, Strategy and Creative to enhance and refine the visual, tonal, and overall aesthetic identity of the Debut brand's narrative.
- Actively engage in hands-on graphic design work, particularly for key projects and presentations, demonstrating a lead-by-example approach to inspire and elevate the creative team's output.
- Ensure the overall quality of creative output across the company, establishing and upholding high standards that reflect Debut's reputation for excellence in experience design.
- Oversee the creative direction from start to finish, ensuring alignment with Debut's Neuroscaping philosophy and client expectations, while managing project timelines and budgets.
- Manage, mentor, and inspire the creative team, including full-time designers and freelance talent, fostering an environment of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Represent the creative vision in client interactions, effectively communicating concepts and incorporating feedback to refine project outcomes.
- Stay abreast of industry trends in graphic design, motion graphics, and experiential design, and encourage the team to explore and integrate new ideas and techniques.
- Collaborate with the strategic team to weave behavioral science insights into creative designs, enhancing the engagement and effectiveness of each project.
As this position is in development with respect to company growth, the position description may be modified as the overall operational aspects of the company change and evolve over time.
Qualifications
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- Demonstrated experience in developing and executing immersive experiences, with a strong portfolio showcasing graphic design and a foundational understanding of motion graphics.
- At least 5 years of experience in a creative leadership role, with a track record of hands-on graphic design in an agency or experiential design setting.
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects, with an aptitude for creating visually stunning and conceptually strong designs.
- Exceptional leadership and team management skills, capable of guiding a diverse creative team to achieve excellence in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey creative ideas to clients, team members, and cross-functional partners.
- A strategic and detail-oriented mindset, adept at balancing innovative design with practical execution to meet client needs and project deadlines.
Additional Skills
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- Strategic perspective - Work collaboratively with Production and Strategy teams to generate ideas and strategic creative solutions
- Pragmatism -Make recommendations that are feasible within client budget and timeline
- Time Management -Balances a myriad of tasks; prioritizes duties in order to meet project milestones/deadlines
- Problem Solving -Able to break down a situation into smaller pieces to identify and solve key issues. Use logic and analytical methods to arrive at a realistic solution
- Client Management Skills -Able to convey authority, warmth, and professionalism in client interactions
- Business Savvy - Understand basic business concepts like business plans, reporting structures, etc, for the purpose of Art Direction and visualization of corporate communications
Why Join Debut Group
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Joining Debut Group means becoming part of a cutting-edge team dedicated to redefining the landscape of experience design through the lens of neuroscience. As Creative Director, your role will be central to this mission, offering you the opportunity to lead, innovate, and directly contribute to our groundbreaking projects. We provide a supportive, creative environment where your talents in hands-on design and leadership can truly flourish and make a difference.
How to Apply
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If you are driven by the challenge of leading creative projects and have a passion for hands-on graphic design, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume, a compelling cover letter, and a *portfolio that highlights your experience in graphic design and involvement in conceptualizing experiences.
Send your application to alonat[at]debutgroup.com