Senior Director/Director of Creative & Brand @ Scribd

Senior Director/Director of Creative & Brand

Posted on 1/4/2023

INACTIVE

Locations

Canada • Remote in USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Requirements

8-10 years of experience leading creative teams
Experience with brand architecture and managing multiple brand identity standards
Experience building a brand from the ground up
Executive communication experience in translating brand and creative goals
A mix of in-house and agency experience
A passion for or background in publishing or subscription based companies
This list may not be complete or accurate, and candidates should speak with their recruiter about their specific location for remote work

Responsibilities

Grow, inspire and lead a best-in-class creative and brand team
Be an optimistic change agent that helps energize and lead the rest of the organization toward the fulfillment of our brand evolution, helping foster a design and insight driven culture
Oversee the development of brand identity systems and its implementation
Work closely with the content acquisition and marketing team on the development of creative campaigns for our Scribd Original titles
Partner with product designers and business partners to ensure there is a consistent and cohesive brand identity across all consumer touch points
Manage external creative partners such as brand and ad agencies
Lead and advocate for creative processes that fosters best in class creative outcomes

Desired Qualifications

This position is also eligible for an annual performance , competitive equity ownership, and a comprehensive and generous benefits package

At Scribd (pronounced “scribbed”), we believe reading is more important than ever. Join our cast of characters as we work to change the way the world reads by building the world’s largest and most fascinating digital library: giving subscribers access to a growing collection of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, documents, Scribd Originals, and more. In addition to works from major publishers and top authors, our community includes over 1.9 M subscribers in nearly every country worldwide.

Have you heard about our future of work program, Scribd Flex? As a key principle, we embrace flexibility and allow employees, in partnership with their manager, to choose the work-style that best suits their individual needs and preferences. And, we create intentional in-person moments with each other that build culture and connection.

Scribd is a rapidly growing, profitable reading subscription service with two million paying subscribers. Often referred to as the “Netflix of reading,” Scribd offers unlimited access to the best ebooks, audiobooks, documents, and more, on any device. If your first thought is: “This sounds like a great idea! Why haven’t I heard of it?,” then join us and help us solve that problem! We’re looking for a Head of Creative & Brand Marketing who is eager to bring awareness and growth to Scribd and make it a part of readers’ everyday lives.

About the Role:

Scribd is looking for a Head of Creative and Brand to lead the growth and evolution of the Scribd brand vision and identity. This role will report into the CMO and will be responsible for leading, coaching and mentoring a team of savvy designers, copywriters and brand strategists. As Head of Creative, you will be responsible for overseeing our major brand design and campaign initiatives along with driving the creative campaigns for our Scribd original ebooks and audiobooks, from authors like Stephen King and Roxanne Gay.

About You:

You have led a global creative team, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you have managed multiple projects simultaneously. You are a strategic thinker, connecting the business needs with breakthrough creative. You are a resourceful, driven creative collaborator – balancing hands-on work with directing and managing others. You are a natural storyteller and have a passion for building great brands.

You Will:

Grow, inspire and lead a best-in-class creative and brand team
Be an optimistic change agent that helps energize and lead the rest of the organization toward the fulfillment of our brand evolution, helping foster a design and insight driven culture
Oversee the development of brand identity systems and its implementation
Work closely with the content acquisition and marketing team on the development of creative campaigns for our Scribd Original titles
Partner with product designers and business partners to ensure there is a consistent and cohesive brand identity across all consumer touch points
Manage external creative partners such as brand and ad agencies
Lead and advocate for creative processes that fosters best in class creative outcomes

You Have:

8-10 years of experience leading creative teams
Experience with brand architecture and managing multiple brand identity standards
Experience building a brand from the ground up
Executive communication experience in translating brand and creative goals
A mix of in-house and agency experience
A passion for or background in publishing or subscription based companies

At Scribd, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and is determined within a range. Our pay ranges are based on the local cost of labor benchmarks for each specific role, level, and geographic location. San Francisco is our highest geographic market in the United States. In the state of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $143,000 [minimum salary in our lowest geographic market within California] to $212,750 [maximum salary in our highest geographic market within California].

Outside of California, the reasonably expected salary range is between $117,500 [minimum salary in our lowest US geographic market outside of California] to $202,000 [maximum salary in our highest US geographic market outside of California].

We carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to experience; job-related skill sets; relevant education or training; and other business and organizational needs. The salary range listed is for the level at which this job has been scoped. In the event that you are considered for a different level, a higher or lower pay range would apply. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, competitive equity ownership, and a comprehensive and generous benefits package.

Benefits, Perks, and Wellbeing at Scribd

*Benefits/perks listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Scribd and the geographical location where you work.

• Healthcare Insurance Coverage (Medical/Dental/Vision): 100% paid for employees

• 12 weeks paid parental leave

• Short-term/long-term disability plans

• 401k/RSP matching

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Learning & Development programs

• Quarterly stipend for Wellness, Connectivity & Comfort

• Mental Health support & resources

• Free subscription to Scribd + gift memberships for friends & family

• Referral Bonuses

• Book Benefit

• Sabbaticals

• Company wide events

• Team engagement budgets

• Vacation & Personal Days

• Paid Holidays (+ winter break)

• Flexible Sick Time

• Volunteer Day

• Company-wide Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programs

Want to learn more about life at Scribd? www.linkedin.com/company/scribd/life

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We want our interview process to be accessible to everyone. You can inform us of any reasonable adjustments we can make to better accommodate your needs by emailing [email protected] about the need for adjustments at any point in the interview process.

Scribd is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, and believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful.

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Remote employees must have their primary residence in: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, DC, Florida, Hawaii, Iowa, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Ontario (Canada), British Columbia (Canada), or Mexico. *This list may not be complete or accurate, and candidates should speak with their recruiter about their specific location for remote work.

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201-500 employees

Website

Digital library

Company Overview

Scribd's mission is to change the way the world reads.

Benefits

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - A robust Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program that includes company-wide training, equitable hiring best practices, Employee Resource Groups, and company-wide goals.
Scribd flex - We embrace flexibility as a key principle and will allow employees, in partnership with their manager, to choose the workstyle that best suits their individual needs and preferences.
Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability - We offer comprehensive healthcare plans and cover premiums for employees at 100%. PPO, HMO, and High Deductible Health Plans are available so you can choose whichever coverage supports your lifestyle best.
Matching 401(k) - Easily save for retirement with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of up to 3% company match with no waiting period.
Paid Time Off - A generous paid time off program that includes vacation time, personal days, sabbaticals, volunteer time, winter break, sick time, and more.
Paid parental leave - We provide paid time away from work for our new biological, adoptive, or foster parents.
Wellbeing - Resources, workshops & events to support your wellbeing journey: Mind, Body & Soul.
Curated Career Paths and Continuous Learning - The power to explore career paths & possibilities, and the tools to support your growth. From continuing education, degrees, or certifications, we support our employee’s career journeys.

Company Core Values

We are characters with character. People: We value people above everything else. We invest in our employees and believe that diverse stories, ideas, and talents are what make us great.
We embrace plot twists. Taking action and learning: We are problem-solvers that act with urgency. We use both data and intuition to tackle tough challenges and balance priorities, we grow through our mistakes, and often learn by doing.
We are writing our story together. Ownership and accountability: We are all owners. We hold ourselves and each other accountable, engage in open dialogue, and we push one another to do our best work every day.
We are crafting a timeless tale. Sustainability: We are dedicated to our mission. We are strategic and take deliberate steps to build a sustainable business that will stand the test of time.
We are dedicated to helping readers flourish. Community: We care deeply about our customers. Our community is the soul of the product and we work hard to understand and meet their needs.
We are inspired by reading. Love of reading: We believe in the importance of reading and use our product to make it a meaningful part of our lives.