Interactive Art Director

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Location:   Denver, CO

Requisition Number:   JJ14110

Job Description:

This Interactive Art Director is responsible for concepting and developing art and design in the digital space. This position will play a significant role selecting and deploying planning and executing unique and original interactive creative projects. The projects sources include servicing both internal departments and external CUnet clients.

Principal Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Create innovative digital designs and development solutions in accordance with the requirements of the internal and external client and stakeholder
• Apply knowledge about design elements, such as color and composition Artistic ability and creativity to all digital Cunet designs within regards to internal and external clients
• Conceptualize, direct, and help execute creative output throughout all engagements
• Meet with business partners to understand direct sales and marketing objectives, translate them into creative solutions and persuasively present those solutions to peers and executives
• Maintain and Create a culture of feedback through clear and objective critiques of creative work during development
• Be accountable for the quality of fast-turn, day-to-day creative assets as well as long-term strategic projects
• Manage design projects from concept to completion and make adjustments for inevitable changes in timelines, deadlines, and project goals
• Participate in the hiring and review process of creative staff
• Conceptualizing practical uses for new technologies for the betterment of the CUnet verticals
• Developing the look and feel of the websites, banners, emails, mobile interfaces and other technologies in the interactive space
• Assisting the Creative Director and Project Manager in developing timelines
• Interacting with clients to establish good professional relationships and effectively present and sell creative work
• Assisting the Creative Director and Project Manager in ensuring creative deadlines are met

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art, Design, interactive media or related field is preferred
• Minimum of three years experience is required

Key Skills, Qualifications and Traits (E=Essential, P=Preferred):

• E- Strong online portfolio with working examples
• E- A passion for design, with an eye for detail, a good understanding of visual hierarchy and usability
• E- Has a strong knowledge of HTML and CSS
• E - Has a portfolio that demonstrates skills through recognizable online projects
• E- Able to work independently in a deadline-sensitive and fast- paced environment
• E - Maintain high level of design quality and strong work ethic
• E - Possess a deep understanding of interactive design and the related tracks
• E - Attention to detail and skill with typography, layout and color must be extremely high
• E- Ability to multi-task and handle other duties as assigned
• P- A working knowledge of JavaScript and the JQuery Library
• P- A working knowledge of ActionScript 3.0
• P- Proficiency with SiteCore and ASP.NET Environment

Competencies:

• C- Ability to think strategically with an attention to details
• C- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• C- Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

Organizational Reporting:

• Reports to: Senior Manager – Senior Interactive Art Director

Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with Executive Order 11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Nelnet Talent Acquisition and Recruiting.

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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