Creative Director

Introduction:
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, let's talk.


Your Role and Responsibilities:

At IBM, we strive to lead in the invention, development and manufacture of the industry's most advanced information technologies, including computer systems, software, storage systems and microelectronics. We translate these advanced technologies into value for our clients through our professional solutions, services and consulting businesses worldwide. IBM's Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) manages global staffing Delivery and large recruitment campaigns for Fortune 500 companies.

The Talent Acquisition Manager is responsible for the overall management of an assigned group/client for a specific outsourcing engagement within the Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) group. This role drives strategic planning and leadership and has on-going interaction and communication with key client stakeholders. The Talent Acquisition Manager role also provides tactical leadership, management and mentorship for the client partnership and the entire staff across the program. This role works closely with the other management staff to ensure extreme service and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a creative team of graphic designers, copywriters, digital strategists, account and project managers, interactive team and web developers.
• Be able to translate organizational research into creative concept development for Employee Value Propositions, recruitment advertising, career site development, social and digital media strategy, and other talent attraction strategies and deliverables.
• Oversee and approve creative deliverables to ensure execution is based on sound strategy.
• Generate and explore different, creative, imaginative or unique approaches; challenge conventional practices; think outside the box—bring innovation to life by design.
• Demonstrate an ability to keep team members working within established deadlines and project parameters
• Serve as escalation point for external customers and demonstrates the ability to manage expectations with customers to resolve conflict.
• Participate as needed on new business opportunities to provide expertise and facilitate services of Employment Branding team.
• Promote Employment Branding solution offering cross-functionally and serve as advocate within the organization.
• Work closely with business development function to ensure client projects are appropriately scoped.
• Leads creative presentations to internal and external clients.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise:

• At least 5 years of experience leading creative teams.
• At least 5 years of experience overseeing print, web, digital, and social.
• At least 5 years of experience in Adobe Creative Suite.
• At least 5 years of experience in Recruitment Marketing.
• High School Diploma.
• 20% Travel Annually.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise:
• BA/BS degree in related field.
• At least 3 years experience in Mac computers and applicable graphic design software.


About Business Unit:
IBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world's economy. IBM Services partners with the world's leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.


Your Life @ IBM:
What matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?

Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.

Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.


About IBM:
IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.


Location Statement:
For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.


Being You @ IBM:
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.