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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Capitol Christian Music Group in Brentwood, TN is seeking a Manager, Creative Services.
Online profile required
Job Purpose
Responsible for producing conceptual design through vision, marketing meetings, and monitoring of release schedules. Oversee and execute design of packaging and merch per assigned artist roster. Provide creative research for imaging and campaign needs. Facilitate the planning for assigned photo shoots. Oversee image approval and retouch for artist images.
Essential Job Functions
Coordinate and produce design for music packaging and marketing materials in order to execute approved concept.
Collaborate with Creative Team and Marketing to research and develop strategic branding concept for each campaign including research for image, styling and location needs.
Process (marketing, production, overhead, capital expenditure, etc.) budgetary items effectively and efficiently, to ensure company assets are utilized in accordance with CMG policy and are aligned with the Strategic Plans.
Manage the planning of photo shoots including all travel meals, directions, budget, contracts, and booking for creative team members and provide thorough and timely communication to Artists, Mangers and creative team for all details of project.
Responsible to monitor the approved budget while coordinating photo shoot and throughout the project to keep all spending within the set limits.
Negotiate and secure signed contracts with designers and photographers in regards to usage rights of photos and artwork, archive contracts on server for quick access.
Constantly seek out new vendors for photography, studios/locations, design, illustration, wardrobe stylist and groomers.
Work directly with photographers to provide gallery for viewing/approving all images and transferring of all raw images files. Retouch images as needed.
Prepare files for print; run preflight and output preview, check PMS colors, Load for Manufacturing as needed.
Seek out new tools, programs and technologies that can help innovate and optimize the design process.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Desired Skills and Experience
Proficient in:
• Working to expert level experience in graphic design.
• Well-rounded knowledge of commercial photography, print and web-based design, and a strong understanding of the printing process and use of press-provided templates.
• Proven art direction skills
• Ability to choose, mobilize and lead creative teams
• Ability to handle multiple projects in deadline oriented environment
• Working knowledge of OSX based programs including current versions of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat. Additional basic knowledge in Web Design or Video Editing is welcomed, but not required.
Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree or work equivalent
• Two years minimum experience in conceptual and production design
Company Description
• Capitol Christian Music Group is the market leader in the field of recorded music, distribution, and music publishing. Employing over 150 people, Capitol CMG provides a challenging and rewarding work environment characterized by a commitment to our staff, our artists and songwriters, one another, our customers and community service.
How to Apply
• Online profile required
• Interested candidates may apply online at: UMG Jobs
• No relocation assistance is available.
• We regret that due to the volume of resumes received, we are unable to receive or respond to inquiries.
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