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Art Director
JOB DESCRIPTION DAP is looking for an experienced and driven Art Director to lead our in-house creative services and growing studio team, translating strategic marketing goals into innovative creative strategies. This role is critical in developing and maintaining our DAP brand's artistic direction while supporting projects across video, photography, social-first content, digital marketing assets, packaging, sales collateral and more. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all creative deliverables are aligned with brand objectives. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented in-house creative team and liasoning with creative agencies, driving the creative process from concept to production while ensuring consistent, high-quality brand storytelling across all platforms. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and implement creative strategies aligned with marketing goals and brand vision. Propose innovative ideas and concepts that elevate the brand's aesthetic and engage target audiences. Stay on top of industry trends, design technologies, and AI tools, introducing advancements into workflows. Creative Direction Lead the conceptualization and design of omni-channel projects, including videos, photography, social media content, in-store displays, packaging, and e-commerce assets. Ensure consistency in brand aesthetics and visual style across all touchpoints. Provide art direction for photoshoots and video production from pre-production through post-production. Team and Project Management Manage and mentor a team of designers and studio leads, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. Effectively coordinate with Brand Strategists, Product Managers, and the Digital Marketing Team to align creative execution with business objectives. Presentation and Stakeholder Collaboration Present designs and creative concepts to internal stakeholders, gathering feedback and approvals. Partner with external creative agencies to extend creative resources as needed for larger campaigns. Requirements Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in creative direction with an advertising agency, in-house marketing team, post-production house, or digital marketing agencies, preferably in B2C industries, and experience working with large-scale brands. Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and challenge teams to deliver their best work. Proficient in Microsoft Office and relative project management and team collaboration software. Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, proficient in all applicable software. A portfolio with relevant work experience and examples required with resume. Skills and qualifications: Exceptional conceptual design skills with a knack for blending creativity with functionality. Minimum 7 years of experience in the relevant field. A proven track record of directing successful campaigns for omni-channel marketing efforts. Experience implementing automation or AI advancements within creative workflows. Passion for storytelling and delivering fresh ideas that resonate with diverse audiences. Advanced knowledge of design principles, typography, and brand development. Hands-on experience in design working with Adobe Creative Suite. Excellent time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adept at managing production budgets and schedules, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to clearly convey creative direction and brand messaging across teams and vendors. Leadership Traits Technical Understanding & Business Acumen: Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills to perform the job at a high level. Understands various types of business propositions and how the business operates. Learn new methods and technologies easily. Learning Agility: Learns quickly when facing new problems. Is a relentless and versatile learner and is open to change. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and can quickly discern the underlying structure of anything. Strategic Agility: See ahead clearly and can anticipate future consequences and trends. Is future oriented and offers broad knowledge and perspective. Can scenario plan possibilities and outcomes. Leadership: Provides the essential critical thinking to determine the necessary approaches to get things done. Offers good judgement about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; can facilitate effective brainstorming, can project how potential ideas could play out in the marketplace. Create New & Different: Ability to recognize the next great breakthrough. Is creative, a visionary, and can create and bring exciting ideas to market. Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and is full of energy, steadfastly pushing self and other for results. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and is consistently a top performer. Effective project management skills Excellent communication skills to all levels of the organization. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Is clear, concise and persuasive. Experience creating and presenting business proposals, handling objections and overcoming obstacles Strong attention to detail; strong multi-tasking ability as well as ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment Self-motivated and proactive individual who strives for excellence and continuous improvement. Cross functional leadership and teamwork. Self-confident, verbalizes problem solving skills, demonstrates initiative, manages and motivates team. Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted, is seen as direct, truthful and can make a case in an appropriate and helpful manner. Must have a can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond in all you do! Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Provided Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 401(k) plans Employer-funded pension plan Tuition Reimbursement Pay Range $100,000 to $140,000 per year. About DAP DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world. At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs that support a good work life balance and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/ Celebrating 160 Years of Legacy & Leadership - DAP Global Inc.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posted: 2025-08-09 15:10:23 -
Art Director
JOB DESCRIPTION DAP is looking for an experienced and driven Art Director to lead our in-house creative services and growing studio team, translating strategic marketing goals into innovative creative strategies. This role is critical in developing and maintaining our DAP brand's artistic direction while supporting projects across video, photography, social-first content, digital marketing assets, packaging, sales collateral and more. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all creative deliverables are aligned with brand objectives. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented in-house creative team and liasoning with creative agencies, driving the creative process from concept to production while ensuring consistent, high-quality brand storytelling across all platforms. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and implement creative strategies aligned with marketing goals and brand vision. Propose innovative ideas and concepts that elevate the brand's aesthetic and engage target audiences. Stay on top of industry trends, design technologies, and AI tools, introducing advancements into workflows. Creative Direction Lead the conceptualization and design of omni-channel projects, including videos, photography, social media content, in-store displays, packaging, and e-commerce assets. Ensure consistency in brand aesthetics and visual style across all touchpoints. Provide art direction for photoshoots and video production from pre-production through post-production. Team and Project Management Manage and mentor a team of designers and studio leads, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. Effectively coordinate with Brand Strategists, Product Managers, and the Digital Marketing Team to align creative execution with business objectives. Presentation and Stakeholder Collaboration Present designs and creative concepts to internal stakeholders, gathering feedback and approvals. Partner with external creative agencies to extend creative resources as needed for larger campaigns. Requirements Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Marketing, Fine Arts, or a related field. 12+ years of experience in creative direction with an advertising agency, in-house marketing team, post-production house, or digital marketing agencies, preferably in B2C industries, and experience working with large-scale brands. Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and challenge teams to deliver their best work. Proficient in Microsoft Office and relative project management and team collaboration software. Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, proficient in all applicable software. A portfolio with relevant work experience and examples required with resume. Skills and qualifications: Exceptional conceptual design skills with a knack for blending creativity with functionality. Minimum 7 years of experience in the relevant field. A proven track record of directing successful campaigns for omni-channel marketing efforts. Experience implementing automation or AI advancements within creative workflows. Passion for storytelling and delivering fresh ideas that resonate with diverse audiences. Advanced knowledge of design principles, typography, and brand development. Hands-on experience in design working with Adobe Creative Suite. Excellent time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Adept at managing production budgets and schedules, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills to clearly convey creative direction and brand messaging across teams and vendors. Leadership Traits Technical Understanding & Business Acumen: Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills to perform the job at a high level. Understands various types of business propositions and how the business operates. Learn new methods and technologies easily. Learning Agility: Learns quickly when facing new problems. Is a relentless and versatile learner and is open to change. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and can quickly discern the underlying structure of anything. Strategic Agility: See ahead clearly and can anticipate future consequences and trends. Is future oriented and offers broad knowledge and perspective. Can scenario plan possibilities and outcomes. Leadership: Provides the essential critical thinking to determine the necessary approaches to get things done. Offers good judgement about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; can facilitate effective brainstorming, can project how potential ideas could play out in the marketplace. Create New & Different: Ability to recognize the next great breakthrough. Is creative, a visionary, and can create and bring exciting ideas to market. Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and is full of energy, steadfastly pushing self and other for results. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and is consistently a top performer. Effective project management skills Excellent communication skills to all levels of the organization. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Is clear, concise and persuasive. Experience creating and presenting business proposals, handling objections and overcoming obstacles Strong attention to detail; strong multi-tasking ability as well as ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment Self-motivated and proactive individual who strives for excellence and continuous improvement. Cross functional leadership and teamwork. Self-confident, verbalizes problem solving skills, demonstrates initiative, manages and motivates team. Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted, is seen as direct, truthful and can make a case in an appropriate and helpful manner. Must have a can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond in all you do! Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company Provided Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 401(k) plans Employer-funded pension plan Tuition Reimbursement Pay Range $100,000 to $140,000 per year. About DAP DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world. At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs that support a good work life balance and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/ Celebrating 160 Years of Legacy & Leadership - DAP Global Inc.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posted: 2025-08-09 15:10:14 -
Engineering Manager
Engineering Manager Are you ready to shape the future of engineered bespoke technology on a global stage? Join our pioneering team in Poole and take the helm as our clients next Engineering Manager! Are you confident and knowledgeable with stress analysis calculations? Can you lead a team of Mechanical Design specialists who will rely on your knowledge to sign the designs off? In this role, youll be steering a talented engineering department at a company renowned for delivering both rapid-turnaround and highly complex engineering solutions to clients around the globe. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in developing trailblazing products that make industries safer, smarter, and more efficient. What Makes This Role Exciting: - Lead Innovation: Be the driving force behind the research, design, and development of revolutionary lifting equipment. From concept to prototype to final release, your vision will help set new benchmarks in safety and functionality. - Global Impact: Every day brings new challenges from an international customer base your work will drive solutions across diverse sectors and geographies. - People & Culture: Guide and develop a high-performing engineering team, inspiring creative problem-solving, technical excellence, and continuous growth. - Hands-On Leadership: Engage directly in critical decision-making, detailed specification reviews, performance appraisals, and representing the organisation on technical councils. - Tech at the Forefront: Utilise the latest FEA software, 3D modeling, and compliance strategies with ASME, CE, and UKCA requirements all while keeping your team at the leading edge of lifting industry regulations and standards. - Innovation Pipeline: Own the end-to-end new product development journey for market-defining equipment, from blue-sky brainstorming to pre-production testing. - Real-World Results: See your leadership and ideas materialize in the equipment that keeps critical industries running safely and efficiently. What this role requires in terms of talent and experience: - UK National, due to client security limitations - Ideally you will have a BEng qualification. This role requires a solid engineering (not product design) background - A strong background in Mechanical or structural engineering - A forward-thinking leader with a passion for developing people and products alike. - Proactive and adaptable driving projects to completion in fast-changing, high-responsibility environments. - A strategic mind who can act both globally and locally, prioritizing a diverse project portfolio with precision. - A champion of engineering standards and continuous improvement, always ready to consult, mentor, and innovate. Benefits as Engineering Manager: - Up to £65k DOE - Generous holiday - Pension - On- site parking - Friendly well-respected business - Exciting projects Ready to take charge of tomorrows engineering challenges in a fully immersive and exciting business. If youre a UK national with a degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering, excited by the prospect of leading both people and cutting-edge innovation - we want to hear from you. Apply directly or get in touch at alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Poole,England Start: 07/08/2025 Salary / Rate: £55000 - £65000 per annum, Benefits: Onsite parking, exciting projects Posted: 2025-08-07 18:43:04
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Art Director
JOB DESCRIPTION DAP is looking for an experienced and driven Art Director to lead our in-house creative services and growing studio team, translating strategic marketing goals into innovative creative strategies. This role is critical in developing and maintaining our DAP brand's artistic direction while supporting projects across video, photography, social-first content, digital marketing assets, packaging, sales collateral and more. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posted: 2025-08-09 15:10:23 -
Art Director
JOB DESCRIPTION DAP is looking for an experienced and driven Art Director to lead our in-house creative services and growing studio team, translating strategic marketing goals into innovative creative strategies. This role is critical in developing and maintaining our DAP brand's artistic direction while supporting projects across video, photography, social-first content, digital marketing assets, packaging, sales collateral and more. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posted: 2025-08-09 15:10:14 -
Engineering Manager
Engineering Manager Are you ready to shape the future of engineered bespoke technology on a global stage? Join our pioneering team in Poole and take the helm as our clients next Engineering Manager! Are you confident and knowledgeable with stress analysis calculations? Can you lead a team of Mechanical Design specialists who will rely on your knowledge to sign the designs off? In this role, youll be steering a talented engineering department at a company renowned for delivering both rapi ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Poole,England Start: 07/08/2025 Salary / Rate: £55000 - £65000 per annum, Benefits: Onsite parking, exciting projects Posted: 2025-08-07 18:43:04