Compensation Overview

Business Overview 

UM is a global media agency committed to Futureproofing our clients’ businesses.  We leverage the transformational power of rich business analytics and real-time intelligence to maximize growth and activate the full consumer journey across content and connections. As the leading global media network in IPG Mediabrands, UM operates in over 100 countries, with more than 3,000 people innovating on a roster of global clients including Accenture, American Express, GoPro, Johnson & Johnson, Levi Strauss & Co, Mattel, Sony, and Spotify. UM is globally headquartered in New York, with North American offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago, Birmingham, Detroit, Montreal, and Toronto. 

At UM, we know our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a culture rooted in Diversity, Equity & Belonging, where everyone feels they belong, and their contributions are valued. We prioritize personal and professional growth, encourage an entrepreneurial spirit to pursue passion projects, and celebrate our people and community with moments of joy and spontaneity. Our leadership is dedicated to building a culture of care that permeates every element of the company from work flexibility to career planning to regular talent reviews, and more. Our DNA, for UM, helps guide us in all that we do: 

• Fearless: We bring our authentic selves to work and put our whole selves into the work
• Optimistic: We approach challenges with empathy and curiosity, infusing joy into everything we do
• Relentless: We’re unwavering in our pursuit of the right solution, eager to reimagine what’s possible
• Unified: We band together to accomplish what we could not otherwise do alone
• Masterful: We’re constantly growing in our craft, setting new standards for our industry and our world

We are proud to be named an AdAge Best Place to Work several times over, a Top Workplace in the US by Great Places to Work, a top 10 FORTUNE 2022 Best Workplaces in Advertising & Marketing and She Runs It’s 2021 Outstanding Company for Working Mothers. But feedback is most meaningful when it comes from our own people: over 90% of our employees say the agency is a great place to work and 95% say they are proud to work at UM.

Position Summary

We are looking for a talented Design Director to join our Global Growth team. In this role, you will be a key leader of the design team working with key agency leadership, new business team members, and presentation designers to bring UM’s proposition to life with a magical combination of creativity and logic, arts and smarts, and beauty and brains. You will be responsible for coordinating and leading design concepts for all pitch materials to bring wins home!
This person will lead from ideation and creation to execution and implementation to design polished, inspiring presentation decks and other bespoke materials for prospective clients. You will lead a team of presentation designers by mentoring and encouraging others to apply rigor to their work, no matter how small. Additionally, you are a doer, ready to get your hands dirty. Our designers work collaboratively and autonomously, ensuring every project is executed beautifully.

Responsibilities

• Lead ideation and development of all pitch presentations and materials
• Manage all global design resources including mentoring and leading a team of designers
• Partner with new business and agency leadership teams to tell stories through presentation design and incorporate new ways of visual communication
• Help teams deliver compelling presentations tailored to each client and ensure submissions that stand out from the pack
• Identify and manage the creation and development of presentation materials and room theater in partnership with the new business leadership team
• Inspire the design team with creativity, fresh ideas, and positivity
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous experience or desire to directly manage and mentor a team is preferred
• Previous experience working in business development environment
• Expert in PowerPoint, Keynote, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator at minimum)
• Detail-oriented, progressive, strategic, and critical thinker with a passion for the industry
• Significant experience working and collaborating with cross-agency teams
• Embodies and reflects the UM culture in thought and practice; collaborative, values-driven, empathetic, and family-oriented
• Embraces new ideas and experimentation; naturally curious, this person is energized rather than intimidated by ambiguity and not afraid to take risks
• Thrives in fast paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Travel as needed (~25%)
• Global experience and/or having worked with offshore teams is a nice to have
  

Desired Skills & Experience

• Ideally 5-10 years in designer role
• Lead by example in developing, motivating, and coaching other team members
• Exceptional motivator and communicator 
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities and high level of confidence
• Ability and desire to share knowledge by both teaching others and receiving feedback/guidance
• Can manage multiple projects/pitches at any given time
• Thrives in fast-paced environment

We See You

We embrace diversity, and our responsibility to maintain an inclusive environment is core to our culture and values. We see diversity of people and experiences as fuel for creativity and innovation needed to bring about the best experiences and services. A diverse workforce means we can grow together, be better problem solvers, and bring about long-term, meaningful change where we will achieve above and beyond our business goals. We are better together..

When you join Mediabrands, you join a global community and are valued for who you are – your lived experiences, the contributions you make, and the distinct perspectives you bring. Here, what you think and who you are is just as important as what you do. As we recruit, we are dedicated to looking beyond what a resume can show. If you think you’d be a great addition to the team but don’t have the exact experience or skills, we encourage you to apply and share your unique background with us. We see you at Mediabrands.

Wage and Benefits

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days.

We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award.

The salary range for this position is posted below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.  

Employment Transparency

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email [email protected].

About Mediabrands

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). Mediabrands manages approximately $40 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients and provides strategic services and solutions across its award-winning, full-service agency networks UM and Initiative and through its innovative marketing specialist companies Reprise, Magna, Orion, Rapport, Healix, Mediabrands Content Studio and the IPG Media Lab. Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors. The company employs more than 13,000 marketing experts in more than 130 countries representing the full diversity of humanity. For more information, please visit our website: www.ipgmediabrands.com.