Director, Creative Services (Denver, CO or Cedar Rapids, IA) – Hybrid

About the role

Responsible for the direction and development of creative materials that reinforce Transamerica brand and product positioning across all our business channels and platforms. This includes the management of a design team to conceptualize and create brand assets (video, digital and print) for Transamerica through assignments, deadlines, reviews, and feedback. Your responsibilities will include understanding our brand to give expert visual guidance, developing compelling layouts, and championing and protecting the brand across multiple platforms and channels. You will work closely with all COE’s within CX & Marketing, Channel partners and key stakeholders in the organization to create work that engages and sells.

Responsibilities

• Manage design team resources guiding direction and execution to ensure project objectives are met.
• Concept, design and complete materials for execution in video, digital, and print formats to support campaign and marketing needs.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders on Marketing strategy to ensure alignment with Marketing channel objectives.
• Make decisions regarding department resources, budget allocation, outsourcing services, and freelance needs.
• Work with Art Directors, graphic designers and content team on creative development to understand requirements and goals to be communicated.
• Maintain a deep understanding of company products and branding, ensuring adherence to brand standards.
• Identify new tools, technologies, templates or processes to improve efficiency and creative output.
• Create a culture of continual learning and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, design, advertising, design, digital media or related field
• 10 years of experience in a creative marketing role
• Five years of management experience leading and developing teams
• Experience leading creative projects and conceptualizing ideas in a team environment
• Strategic thinker and decision-maker to drive results
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Video, HTML, and general CMS knowledge
• Strong communication, problem-solving, negotiating, and relationship building skills
• Deadline and detail oriented, organized, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or a creative agency environment
• Presentations skills

What We Offer

• Compensation
• Benefits Package
• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities
• Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
• Be Well Company holistic wellness program
• Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Back-Up Care Program
• PTO for Volunteer Hours
• Employee Matching Gifts Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Inclusion and Diversity Programs
• Employee Recognition Program
• Referral Bonus Programs

What We Offer

• For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
• Compensation
• Benefits Package
• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities
• Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
• Be Well Company holistic wellness program
• Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Back-Up Care Program
• PTO for Volunteer Hours
• Employee Matching Gifts Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Inclusion and Diversity Programs
• Employee Recognition Program
• Referral Bonus Programs

Company Information

• United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.
• We are part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.
• Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.
• We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match.
• We tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play.

Company Details

• Job Title: Marketing Communications Manager
• Job Family: Marketing Communications
• Job Family Description: Responsible for the direction and development of creative materials that reinforce Transamerica brand and product positioning across all our business channels and platforms.
• Company: Transamerica
• Company Description: Transamerica is a leading global investor and employer, offering investment, protection, and retirement solutions.
• Company History: Founded in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.
• Company Purpose: Helping people live their best lives.