Northern Trust

Creative Execution Lead

Northern Trust$137K — $240K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, Communications, or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience leading a creative team of 8+ people (agency or in-house)
  • Strong understanding of production workflows across digital, social, video, and print
  • Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud; experience with production management tools a plus
  • Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working in large organizations or regulated industries is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Own the executional delivery of creative production for campaigns from concept handoff through final launch.
  • Translate creative strategy and direction into actionable production plans and timelines.
  • Ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on brief, and ready for market across all required channels.
  • Act as the primary executional lead for integrated campaigns, coordinating across teams and partners.
  • Lead, mentor, and coach designers and production-focused team members.
  • Oversee the production of digital, social, video, print and experiential assets.
  • Establish and refine production workflows, resourcing models, and delivery standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and spending accounts
  • Retirement benefits including 401k and pension
  • Paid time off and parental and caregiver leave
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Other voluntary and well-being benefits
  • Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component
Full Job Description

The Creative Execution Lead is a senior, hands-on leadership role responsible for driving the end-to-end delivery of creative production and integrated campaigns intomarket. This is a true player-coach role that balances direct involvement in the work with leadership of theteamdelivering it. Sitting at the intersection of creative craft, productionexcellenceand team leadership, and reporting to the Head of Creative, you will personally lead and contribute to execution across multiple channels while mentoring, coaching, and developing the creative team responsible for day-to-day delivery.

This leader ensures that creative ideas are translated into high-quality, on-brand, and on-time executions across digital, social, video,printand emerging platforms. You will partner closely with Marketingstrategists,Digital, Compliance, and external vendors to operationalize campaigns efficiently whilemaintaininga high creative bar. This is a pivotal role in scaling creative output, strengthening production rigor, and building a confident, capable execution team.

WhatYoullDo:

Lead Creative Execution &MarketingDelivery

  • Own the executional delivery of creative production for campaigns from concept handoff through final launch.

  • Translate creative strategy and direction into actionable production plans and timelines.

  • Ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on brief, and ready for market across all required channels.

  • Act as the primary executional lead for integrated campaigns, coordinating across teams and partners.

Build, Mentor & Coach the Creative Team

  • Lead, mentor, and coach designersand production-focused team members.

  • Provide clear direction, constructive feedback, and growth-oriented coaching to elevate craft and confidence.

  • Support career development byidentifyingstrengths, skill gaps, and learning opportunities.

  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.

Oversee Production Across Channels

  • Oversee the production of digital, social, video,printand experiential assets.

  • Ensure creative output aligns with brand standards, campaignobjectives, and channel specifications.

  • Guidemotiondesign, animation, and video execution in partnership withtheinternal and external teams.

  • Manage multiple workstreams and priorities whilemaintainingquality and consistency.

Drive Operational Excellence & Process Rigor

  • Establish and refine production workflows, resourcing models, and delivery standards.

  • Identifyrisks, dependencies, and bottlenecks early and proactively resolve them.

  • Balance speed, quality, and efficiency across concurrent campaigns and initiatives.

  • Continuously improve executional processes, templates, and ways of working.

Collaborate Across Creative, Marketing & External Partners

  • Coordinate with production partners and vendors to scale delivery as needed.

  • Present work-in-progress and final executions clearly, articulating rationale and trade-offs.

  • Ensure alignment across stakeholders while protecting creative integrity and executional quality.

Ensure Quality & Brand Consistency

  • Uphold brand standards across all executions and touchpoints.

  • Conduct quality reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, and readiness formarket.

  • Ensure final assets meet technical, legal, and compliance requirements prior to launch.

  • Champion creative excellence whileoperatingwithin real-world constraints.

Mindset Behaviors & Attributes

  • Execution-focused and decisive: able to move work forward, make informed decisions, and deliver results.

  • People-centeredleader: invested in coaching, mentoring, and developing others.

  • Highly organized and adaptable: comfortable managing complexity, shifting priorities, and tight timelines.

  • Calm under pressure: solutions-oriented and resilient in fast-paced environments.

  • Collaborative and pragmatic: balances creative ambition with operational reality.

WhatYou Bring

  • Bachelors degree in Design, Fine Arts, Communications, or equivalent experience

  • 10+ years of experienceleadingacreativeteam of 8+ people(agency or in house)

  • Strong understanding of production workflows across digital, social, video, and print

  • Proficiencyin Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud; experience with production management tools a plus

  • Ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors

  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

  • Experience working in large organizations or regulated industries is a plus

  • A portfoliodemonstratingstrong executional craft across channels

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Salary Range:

$137,400 - 240,400 USD

Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.


About Northern Trust

Northern Trust is a global leader in delivering innovative investment management, asset and fund administration, and fiduciary and banking solutions to corporations, institutions, and affluent individuals. They have evolved with the changing needs of their clients and their world.

Northern Trust Careers

Joining Northern Trust means becoming part of a global financial services institution that is dedicated to providing expert guidance and innovative solutions to its clients. At Northern Trust, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of leadership, diversity, and innovation, which makes us a premier destination for career growth in the financial industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Northern Trust, you will collaborate with some of the most talented professionals in the financial sector. Our team is committed to excellence and equipped with a diverse range of skills that contribute to our dynamic environment. Here, you will have the opportunity to lead projects that transform our services and drive significant value for our clients across the globe.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you are starting your career or looking to make a significant impact in the financial industry, Northern Trust offers a variety of job opportunities and internships that will help you achieve your professional goals. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, our company is actively hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel.

Innovative Work

Northern Trust is at the forefront of financial innovation. Our employees are encouraged to think creatively and leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems. By joining our team, you will work on pioneering solutions that redefine the standards of financial services.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at Northern Trust is more than just a group of employees – we are a community. We value collaboration, and our culture is built on mutual respect and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Working with us, you will experience a supportive network that is passionate about sharing knowledge and ideas.

Future-Proof Your Career

Northern Trust is dedicated to your professional development. We offer comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and numerous resources to help you grow your career. With our support, you can expand your skills, gain valuable experience, and achieve professional certifications that will enhance your career trajectory.

Stay Connected

Join Our Team

Discover the perfect role for you at Northern Trust by exploring our current job openings that match your skills and interests. We are looking for professionals who are solution-driven and eager to contribute to our legacy of financial excellence.

Keep Up to Date

Stay informed with the latest career tips, industry insights, and professional growth opportunities—all available through our careers blog. At Northern Trust, we ensure that our team members are always ahead in the industry.

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Customize your experience by subscribing to job alerts and insider tips tailored to your preferences. At Northern Trust, exciting and rewarding opportunities are always on the horizon, and we are eager to see where your talents can take us. Join Northern Trust today and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and a diverse and inclusive workplace. Here, every position is a chance to contribute to something bigger and to turn your job into a meaningful career.
Learn more about Northern Trust
Size
21,100 employees
Market Cap
$18.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1889
5 Year Trend
+4.9%
Revenue
$6.1 billion
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