JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Manager of Creative Services is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the PPAI brand, ensuring a cohesive and compelling expression of the organization’s identity through both visual elements and voice. Reporting to the Director of Marketing, this role establishes brand strategy that aligns PPAI’s vision, mission, and core values with creative outputs that resonate across diverse stakeholders.
This individual is responsible for connecting visual identity and voice, ensuring consistency and cohesion across all business units, digital platforms, print publications, events, advocacy efforts, and external communications. The Senior Manager of Creative Services will develop creative strategies that effectively communicate PPAI’s message to promo industry professionals, the Board, staff, policy makers, brands, peer associations, end users, and other key audiences.
As an advocate for the brand and industry, this role ensures that PPAI’s creative expression supports the organization’s strategic objectives and enhances its reputation as a leader within the promotional products industry.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of creative leadership experience within a team environment
• Past experience working at an advertising/marketing agency, membership-based association or nonprofit organization work a plus.
• Proven ability to develop and execute creative strategies that enhance brand reputation and drive consistency across various media.
• Extensive experience in graphic design, multimedia production, storytelling, and creative content development.
• Strong expertise in branding, visual design principles, messaging, and creative direction.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments and manage multiple creative projects simultaneously.
• Previous knowledge and creative leadership experience within printed and digital publications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive creative strategies.
• Ability to integrate visual identity and voice to create a cohesive and impactful brand experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, fostering collaboration across departments.
• High adaptability, with the ability to lead through change and drive innovative, creative solutions.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Past experience designing publications, both print and digital.
• Advanced degree in graphic design, marketing, creative direction, or related field.
• Certifications in branding, creative leadership, or digital design.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office environment
• Trade show floor or event venues
• Temperature controlled environment
• Travel: Must be able to travel (approximately 10%)
  PPAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Apply to: apply@ppai.org
  Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• How many years of HubSpot or Similar program experience do you currently have?
• Travel is required for this position, are you willing to travel?
• What pay range are you seeking?
• How many years of creative leadership experience do you have?
• How many years of working in graphic design, multimedia production or creative content development do you have?
• How many years of experience working within printed and digital publications?
• Are you local and willing to work onsite multiple days per week at PPAI HQ in Irving, TX on a hybrid remote work schedule?
• Are you authorized to work in the United States?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Irving, TX 7503