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Wolverine Worldwide is a global marketer of branded footwear, apparel, and accessories. With an established global footprint that spans approximately 200 countries and territories, as well as a rock-solid infrastructure, Wolverine Worldwide is dedicated to advancing the following brands that comprise the ever-expanding portfolio: Bates, Chaco, Cat Footwear, Harley Davidson Footwear, Merrell, Saucony, Sweaty Betty and Wolverine. Wolverine Worldwide’s continued success is driven by our ability to stay true to our simple mission: we empower, engage and inspire our consumers – every step of the way.

The Art Director creates and ideates artistic direction of our brand storytelling, ensuring the seamless execution of high-quality visual concepts.

Primary Duties:

Conceptualize and develop visually engaging ideas, and translate across various media (TV, Digital, Print, Branded Content, Social) ensuring that all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, creativity, and brand consistency.

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with creative team and cross-functional partners, collaborating effectively to execute integrated marketing campaigns.

Stay up-to-date of industry trends, emerging technologies, and design best practices, integrating new techniques and approaches into our creative processes to maintain a competitive edge in the advertising landscape.

Present creative concepts and designs internally, and incorporate feedback into the development process to ensure project success.

Helps to guide the activities of both internal and external creative partners that represents creative excellence.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, setting project timelines, allocating resources effectively, and ensuring that all deadlines are met, while maintaining a focus on delivering exceptional creative work.

Performs duties consistent with the Company’s AAP/EEO goals and policies.

Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

5+ years advertising agency experience.

Proven ability to research and translate design trends into graphic concepts.

Proficiency in industry-standard design software, including the Adobe Creative Suite, with a strong grasp of typography, layout, and visual communication techniques.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts, strategies, and design decisions effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a demonstrated ability to translate client briefs into impactful creative campaigns that drive brand awareness and engagement.

Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Excellent project and time management skills, and attention to detail while simultaneously managing multiple projects.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.