Job Description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You\'ll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you\'ll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

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Are you passionate about the craft of art direction and can think conceptually to bring big ideas to life? The Creative Services Art Director is responsible for idea generation, creative storytelling and the art direction of integrated brand campaigns. They work closely with the Creative Director, Copywriters, Designers and other members of the Creative Services team to produce on-brand, strategically sound creative.

What will you do?

• Work in partnership with a Copywriter to develop creative concepts and transform ideas and insights into compelling visual stories that resonate with the target audience
• Guide external and internal resources such as photographers, videographers and production teams, to ensure the art direction is at the highest standard of creative excellence
• Establish trust-based relationships with our clients and the Creative Services team
• Track and identify new opportunities to improve our methodology and training offerings from an art direction perspective
• Use your conceptual abilities, remarkable art direction skills and a solid knowledge of the digital landscape
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Marketing Strategists on creative briefs, and collaborate as part of a larger team in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• 3+ years of experience working as an Art Director in an agency or in-house environment
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional conceptual thinking, visual storytelling, and layout skills

Preferred skills

• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience in developing integrated campaigns across various traditional and emerging media channels, including print, video, digital and social media
• Skills in photography, video editing or illustration
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas and concepts effectively
• Experience leading and managing film, content and photo shoots, ensuring the successful execution of creative concepts
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• A proactive and collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of current design and industry trends, and a passion for staying updated with emerging technologies and creative techniques

What\'s in it for you?

• We\xe2\x80\x99re proud to be a Best Workplace for Hybrid Work by Great Place to Work\xc2\xae Canada
• Joining a reputable organization with over 150 years of history
• Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
• Pension, stock and savings programs to help build and enhance your future financial security

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range: 53,300/53 300 - 86,300/86 300

Job Category: Marketing

Posting End Date: 24/08/2023

Sun Life Financial