C2 Graphics Productivity Solutions is hiring: Creative Manager in Milwaukee

Most importantly, the work they do has real impact. The role calls for demonstrated expertise in brand development, integrated campaigns, and emerging creative technologies, including AI-assisted tools and generative workflows.Start Date:ASAPLocation:West Bend, WI headquarters; hybrid, 3 days per week onsiteCompensation:$115,000 max, plus eligibility in the company incentive bonus planBenefits:23 days of paid time off, 8 company holidays, and a paid day of volunteer service annually; robust insurance options including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, short-term disability, and long-term disabilityTechnology:Provided by the employerResponsibilitiesLead the day-to-day creative execution of the brand, translating the Creative Director's vision into cohesive visual design and messaging across digital, print, video, web, email, and member communicationsDirect integrated campaigns from concept through execution, ensuring visual and written elements work together to hit campaign objectivesChampion modern creative practices, including AI-assisted creative tools and generative workflows, to elevate quality, speed, and innovationBuild and maintain creative standards, design systems, and brand guidelines that keep work consistent and efficient at scaleLead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of designers and copywriters, setting standards and fostering a collaborative, high-performance cultureOversee creative operations, including project prioritization, workflow, resourcing, and on-time delivery across design and copyPartner cross-functionally with marketing, product, and leadership, and coordinate external vendors, agencies, freelancers, and production partnersRequirementsGenuine alignment with the organization's mission and personal comfort with responsible firearm ownership; passion for the outdoors, including hunting or angling, is a strong plus5+ years in creative, design, content, or marketing roles, including 3+ years leading or mentoring creative teamsExperience leading multidisciplinary teams that include designers and copywritersA strong portfolio demonstrating brand development, visual communication, marketing campaigns, and creative leadershipAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and FigmaStrong command of integrated marketing campaigns and content strategy across digital, print, social, video, email, and customer communicationsExperience reviewing and guiding written content, messaging, and brand voiceFamiliarity with AI-powered creative tools, generative technologies, and emerging creative workflowsExcellent communication, presentation, strategic thinking, and stakeholder managementBachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or a related field, or equivalent experienceNice to HaveExperience building or scaling in-house creative operations and design systems in a fast-growing organizationBackground in membership, subscription, or direct-to-consumer brand marketingFamiliarity with the responsible firearm ownership communityNot your type of gig, but know someone who would be interested? Refer a qualified candidate, and if they get the job, you get a signing bonus! (Make sure they mention your name as their referral source so you get your well-deserved credit! )All candidates must be located and authorized to work in the United States.