Location: San Diego, CaliforniaJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $58 - 63 per hourWe are seeking a Sr. Designer to lead our creative team, ensuring the implementation of best practices in operations, staffing, and professional development. You will foster a culture of talent, collaboration, and accountability, driving the performance of the entire team. As a key member of the Creative Services leadership team, you will also contribute as a hands-on graphic designer, creating impactful designs while guiding the team to elevate creative standards over time.Responsibilities: 20% operations/business management. 20% staffing support (sourcing, staffing structure strategy, hiring, onboarding new contract employees and peak demand support) and staff performance management and development. 10% partnership with Client-Company staff to ensure performance needs are met. 50% graphic design project support. Strategic, Management & Leadership Responsibilities Ensure the highest level of team performance through the implementation of operational, staffing, organizational and professional development best practices. Create and promote a culture that values talent, collaboration, autonomy and accountability where every contributor strives to elevate these standards over time, driving the performance of the entire team. Proactively identify and act on opportunities for operational improvements. Assist in the assessment, design and implementation of group processes, policies and procedures best suited to the needs of the department, its clients and the Client Company. Adapt organizational and operational infrastructure to changing business needs. Standardize and document operational practices, policies, procedures and guidelines. Provide strategic business advice and insights on best business practices to client-side upper management. Develop, coach and mentor direct reports through formal and informal feedback, including annual performance reviews. Conduct performance reviews and manage top-grading practices. Partner with Key Accounts Director to determine and implement teambuilding and inspirational programs. Ensure team is compliant with all Client branding, operational, legal and regulatory mandates, policies and guidelines. Operational Responsibilities Proactively identify and act on opportunities for operational improvements. Assist in the assessment, design and implementation of group processes, policies and procedures best suited to the needs of the department, the department's internal clients, and the greater corporation as a whole. Capture and analyze Studio metrics on a weekly and monthly basis. Organize and lead monthly Studio Operations meetings. Organize and lead Studio Biannual Review meetings. Maintain high utilization of the contracted resources by managing overtime and the use of flexible staff to cost effectively meet department needs. Ensure that all contract employees are on-boarded and receive the tools/training needed to begin their engagement. Graphic Design Responsibilities Utilize design, production and illustration skills. Repurpose existing designs and artwork for new uses, media and channels. Revise and update existing design deliverables. Produce deliverables that are accurate to originals and suitable for publication. Competently handle proprietary and restricted documents with discretion. Ensure materials are brand compliant. \#LI-CELLA#LI-MM10#LI-REMOTE Qualifications: Experience Required BA in related field of study from an accredited college or equivalent experience. Minimum of 10 years of creative, communications and/or marketing services experience. Minimum of 5 years in-house/corporate creative or communications department management experience. Skills:  Excellent project and organizational management skills, highly organized and ability to multitask effectively. In-depth understanding of and ability to execute on metrics and data-driven best practices. Excellent people management skills-ability to coach, mentor and develop staff. Superior written and verbal communication skills. Ability to apply strategic thinking to all business challenges and opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.