• Job Description

  Req#: 113906BR

  Job Description

  What's a career like at BAE Systems? Remarkable! BAE Systems, Inc. is looking for a strategic, creative and highly driven Director, Creative Media to join the communications team. The Director, Creative Media will be responsible for leading the strategic vision and execution of creative assets to raise brand awareness for BAE Systems, Inc., while ensuring brand consistency and enforcing visual identity guidelines to promote the products, capabilities and successes of the BAE Systems, Inc. organization of nearly 41,000 employees. You will be among the brightest minds, shaping the visual storytelling of our cutting-edge defense, aerospace and security technologies, from the depths of the oceans to the far reaches of space. The Director, Creative Media will lead the development of marketing and communication materials from concept to delivery, including video, advertising assets, creative content for tradeshows, and creative content that tells a holistic story and connects our cutting-edge technology narratives to our targeted audiences. This role will drive innovation for the team by embracing new creative cutting-edge techniques and technology to help the BAE Systems brand stand out in our markets.
  Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing Communications & Brand, this role will direct and oversee a small creative team, including graphic design, 3D animation & motion graphics, and video producers. The Director, Creative Media will also work closely with Strategic Communications, Employee and Executive Communications, and all business sectors to build an in-depth knowledge of the organization’s technology, innovation, and culture to inform critical projects and campaigns.
  The Director, Creative Media will be joining a communications team that’s collaborative, creative, and passionate about our mission.
  
  Responsibilities include:

  • Lead and manage creative projects from concept to completion, including storyboarding, copywriting, timelines, and quality control, while collaborating with cross-functional teams across business sectors and functions;
  • Translate complex messages, capabilities and technologies into visual storyboards, develop messaging and lead creative vision for content;
  • Lead and prioritize creative projects in line with business strategy;
  • Manage a team of creative professionals in creating print and environmental graphics, video, 2D and 3D animation, and interactive content
  • Act as a brand guardian for BAE Systems, Inc., ensuring alignment with corporate visual identity guidelines;
  • Push the team to innovate, through research and recommendations on new creative techniques and technology to "tell our story” and position BAE Systems as an innovator;

  Job Title

  Dir II-Creative Media Services

  Postal Code

  22042

  Job Family

  Creative Media Services

  Travel Percentage

  Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

  None

  Shift

  1st Shift

  Regular or Temporary

  Regular

  Typical Education and Experience

  Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 12 years work experience or equivalent experience

  Required Skills and Education

  • Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years of experience, or Master's Degree (Preferred) and 10+ years of epxerience in a creative discipline
  • Creative agency experience strongly preferred;
  • Familiarity with design software like Adobe Creative Suite, Davinci Resolve, Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine and proficiency in digital design principles preferred;
  • General understanding of both linear video & animation workflows through modern NLE software and DCC applications;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey creative vision and collaborate with cross-functional teams are critical to this role;
  • Exceptional project management, collaboration and creative design, messaging and storyboarding skills;
  • Attention to detail and partner mindset to drive cross-functional teams;
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills;
  • Strong relationship building, negotiation, time management and influencing skills;
  • Strong project management skills;
  • Proven ability to direct visually compelling and impactful designs across various media formats;
  • Experience leading and motivating creative teams to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget;
  • Deep knowledge of brand management principles and ability to apply them to a complex corporate brand like BAE Systems;
  • In-depth knowledge of modern communications tactics, media, procedures, and concepts;
  • Ability to simultaneously initiate, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

  Preferred Skills and Education

  • Master's Degree and 10+ years of epxerience in a creative discipline;
  • Creative agency experience strongly preferred;
  • Familiarity with design software like Adobe Creative Suite, Davinci Resolve, Autodesk Maya, Unreal Engine and proficiency in digital design principles preferred.

  About BAE Systems, Inc.

  BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
  
  This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

  Department

  NA101062_NA Communications

  Company

  MNA_BAE SYSTEMS, Inc

  Posting Requirements

  Internal/External

  Job Category

  Other Professionals

  U.S. Person Required

  Yes

  Business Area

  INC

  Physical location of the job

  Remote Work Considered

  Salary Max Point

  263185

  Salary Min Point

  154815

  Union Job

  None

  Recruiter

  Tiffany Pridgeon

• About the company

  76667 BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company.

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