Creative Director

We are Disney's Yellow Shoes, the in-house creative agency for Disney Parks and Resorts Worldwide. 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!

We are looking for an art-based Creative Director with a passion for uncovering "the big idea," and who will uphold creative vision while producing work to maintain Disney Yellow Shoes standards. You will use insights to develop, design, and present concepts using passionate curiosity as a source of inspiration. As the Creative Director, you will be a time manager, team morale booster, phenomenal communicator, and listener. The Creative Director will think creatively in all aspects of the job from brainstorming and internal leadership to client communications. You will help propel the agency forward. You will be an encouraging leader and a positive role model to all members of the creative team.

You will report to the Group Creative Director.

You Will:

On any given day, as a Creative Director, you might:

• Direct 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 and our businesses.
• Partner in strategic development in collaboration with the planning team.
• Study the creative marketplace, assessing where the agency's work stands against competitors, and our client's competitor's creative work.
• Help develop agency plans and programs by evaluating and moving projects forward while developing the creative team.
• Accept an integrated media approach and understand how big organizing ideas work across current and emerging media platforms including but not limited to big campaigns, broadcast, and digital.
• Instill a passion for collaboration, partnership, and inspiration throughout the department.
• Stay on top of the industry, creative and managerial trends so that the department is prepared to win in a competitive marketplace.
• Guide the work of all direct reports, giving them feedback and leading the generation of stellar ideas.
• Prepare team members for presentations and engaging with clients (where applicable).
• Champion Diversity and Inclusion by inviting varied perspectives, encouraging an inclusive work environment, and supporting workforce diversity.

You Will Have:

Here’s what you need to be successful at this job:

• Experience making pitches to all levels for creative presentations and being proficient in presentation software (PowerPoint and Keynote).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
• Mastery in ideating in the digital and social space.
• Eye for design, typography, and photography with an emphasis on details.
• Approach both the big projects and smaller ones with equal enthusiasm.
• Be a positive force – keeping teams motivated to make a difference!
• Experience across multiple marketing channels.
• Expertise with client needs and how it applies to marketing strategy, goals, and creative deliverables.
• Articulation of a creative philosophy and the ability to share that philosophy throughout the organization.
• Outstanding concept ideation and award-winning creative.
• Excellent design skills.
• Knowledge and genuine interest in the Walt Disney Company's history–including films, animation, television, and theme parks.

Preferred Qualifications:

It would be great if you also have:

• 7+ years in an agency setting, or related experience.
• Innovation, trend, promotional, experiential, and social media experiences.
• Materials Required for Consideration: Portfolio and CV (please submit with application and provide any necessary passwords)

Education:

• An Associates (2-year) or Bachelor's (4-year) degree in advertising, art, graphic art, design, or equivalent.

This position is located in Celebration, FL.

Benefits and Perks: 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.

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