Job Description:As theSr. Manager, Brand & Designat IAS, you will play a critical role in shaping and scaling our global brand identity, ensuring consistency, clarity, and creativity across every customer and market-facing touchpoint. You will lead the Brand & Design team, managing two Senior Graphic Designers and a freelance Video Editor, while acting as the strategic and creative lead for visual storytelling within the marketing organization.
You are a seasoned creative leader who drives the visual representation of the IAS brand and encourages brand stewardship across the org. You bring structure and direction to fast-moving teams, are obsessed with quality, and understand how design supports business outcomes. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Marketing, Product, and Sales to bring campaigns, content, and digital experiences to life-positioning IAS as a global leader in media quality and ad tech innovation.
What you'll get to do: - Own and evolve IAS's global visual identity, ensuring a consistent and compelling brand experience across campaigns, digital channels, product marketing, and events.
- Lead creative direction and hands-on design for high-impact projects, translating complex business concepts into compelling visual stories across presentations, campaigns, and digital assets.
- Partner with Marketing, Sales, Product, and other cross-functional teams to develop creative solutions that support business priorities and drive engagement.
- Manage and develop creative talent, providing coaching, feedback, and direction while overseeing freelancers and external production partners.
- Oversee video and motion projects, guiding creative concepts and production in partnership with internal stakeholders and external specialists.
- Build and maintain scalable design systems, brand guidelines, templates, and workflows to improve creative consistency and efficiency.
- Manage creative priorities, timelines, and budgets, balancing quality and speed while continuously improving creative output.
You should apply if you have most of this experience: - 7+ years of experience in brand design, graphic design, or creative direction, ideally within B2B technology, SaaS, advertising, or a related industry.
- A strong portfolio showcasing brand identity, integrated campaigns, digital design, and the ability to translate complex concepts into compelling visual narratives.
- A proven track record of balancing creative direction with hands-on design execution in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing and mentoring designers, as well as coordinating freelancers, agencies, and external creative partners.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, present creative recommendations, and navigate competing priorities.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills, with experience balancing multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets while maintaining high creative standards.
IAS Pay Transparency: The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location, and any additional locations are listed below. Our pay ranges are based on the work location. As part of IAS compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, health insurance (medical, dental, vision) as well as PPO, HSA and FSA options and 401k with employer matching contributions. All full-time employee roles include competitive compensation and are eligible for an annual bonus and/or other incentive plans. Each candidate's compensation package is based on multiple factors, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need.
Primary Location: US - Chicago, IL
Primary Location Base Pay Range:Annual
Additional Locations: US - New York, NY
Additional Locations Pay Range: 102,900.00 - 176,400.00 USD Annual
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