Job Information
Publicis Groupe Design Manager in Chicago, Illinois
Company Description
Present in over 100 countries and employing nearly 80,000 professionals, Publicis Groupe is the third largest communications group in the world. Publicis Groupe is listed on the Euronext Paris [FR0000130577] and is part of the CAC 40 index. Active across the entire value chain, Publicis Groupe offers its major clients a transversal, unified and fluid model allowing them access to all the Groupe’s tools and expertise around the world through the mantra "The Power of One."
Overview
Team Background
The Global Marketing Design Studio is an elite and diverse creative team at Publicis Groupe, comprising of over 25 creatives in 5 major cities across the Globe: London, New York, Chicago, Seattle, and Singapore. We are responsible for assisting in key revenue opportunities, enhancing Groupe’s visual identity, and influencing creative environments by delivering best-in-class design solutions throughout the organization. We are a passionate-fun bunch of creatives who embrace our key to success, collaboration.
Description
Our team is looking for a full-time Design Manager who will support Publicis Groupe’s Global Marketing practice in influencing various creative environments, such as products and brand visual identities. This role will also be instrumental in assisting key revenue opportunities by designing world-class visual presentations, microsites, and more.
We’re looking for a passionate hybrid creative with a sharp-strategic mindset; able to translate a wide range of complex briefs into creative that intrigues and inspires both peers and clients. Someone who values speed and quality, never sacrificing one for the other.
Responsibilities
Design and creation of incredible PowerPoint templates for pitch presentations; rich in detail, animation, and other high-level design elements
Partner with marketing, new business and communications teams to develop design concepts for global, regional and local pitches and programs
Concept and create print and digital collateral for global, regional and local pitches and programs
Concept and creation of strategic experiential elements for global, regional and local pitches and programs
Assist in building and implementing new approaches to design work
Act as a champion of brand standards and guidelines
Maintain Publicis’ graphic aesthetic and quality
Manage & execute multiple projects at once, efficiently meeting deadlines
Follow creative direction, work in a group dynamic, and actively participate on any given project or team to which assigned
Qualifications
5+ years of design experience (agency experience is preferred)
4-year degree (fine or graphic arts degree a plus)
Portfolio that shows off excellent presentation work and layout design
Expert skills in PowerPoint
Excellent skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (primarily Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Impeccable attention to detail
Strong conceptual ability, along with expert design and layout skill
Able to easily liaise with people outside the design team & create work based on a verbal or written brief
Self-starter and well-organized
Positive Attitude; receptive to creative direction and design feedback
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Open to travel as needed
Branding and logo design experience
Proficiency with video editing and/or animation is a plus
A passion for creativity - any additional creative outlet, hobby or passion is a plus.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Additional Information
Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.