Job Description
The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.
We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
Position Overview
The Director of Creative is responsible for leading and managing the creative team to ensure the development of high-quality multimedia content that aligns with our brand strategy and business objectives. This role requires a strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovative design and motivational storytelling. The Director of Creative will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to create compelling content that drives engagement and growth.
Responsibilities
• Manages the daily operations of the creative team, including designers, writers, and multimedia specialists.
• Provide clear direction, mentorship, and support to foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Develops and implements processes and workflows to ensure efficient and effective project management.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provides constructive feedback to team members.
• Executes comprehensive creative strategies that align with the company’s brand identity and business goals.
• Work closely with project managers to allocate resources effectively and prioritize projects based on business needs.
• Ensures all creative outputs meet quality standards and brand guidelines.
• Fosters strong relationships with cross-functional teams
• Collaborates with external vendors/agencies to ensure creative consistency and quality.
• Stays current on creative industry trends through industry publications, research, and participation in internal/external activities, conferences and events.
Qualifications/Education
• 8+ years’ experience in a creative leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in brand management and leading and motivating teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, Copywriting, or a related field
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of design principles, multimedia production, and storytelling.
• Proficiency in creative software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), Figma, and Workfront
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to think strategically and translate business objectives into creative solutions.
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple high-visibility, high-urgency projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
$92,000 - $140,000 a year
Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $92,000 to $140,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees.
This position also offers additional incentive opportunities through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance.
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Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
