Creative Manager

As the Creative Manager at Kickstarter, you will oversee all aspects of the creative design process, manage external creative vendors, and lead design projects while maintaining timelines. Your responsibilities will include hands-on design expertise, ensuring brand consistency, and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams to elevate creative outputs.

Kickstarter seeks candidates with at least 5 years of experience in a creative design role, including 2 years managing creative operations. Proficiency with design tools like Adobe Creative Suite is essential. Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple projects independently are also crucial for success in this role.

At Kickstarter, we believe in a healthy work-life balance, which is why we operate on a 4-day workweek. Additionally, we offer generous vacation days, wellness stipends, and remote work options, ensuring that our Creative Manager and all team members have the flexibility they need to thrive both personally and professionally.

The ideal Creative Manager should demonstrate exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for design. Experience in vendor management, project management, and a solid understanding of web design, UI/UX principles, and digital content creation will contribute significantly to your success in this position.

The Creative Manager at Kickstarter will work on a variety of projects, including OOH, digital, print, and IRL branded experiences. You'll lead the development of creative assets that reinforce Kickstarter's brand identity while managing the entire creative process from concept to delivery.

In your response, focus on specific challenges you faced in previous roles and how you overcame them. Highlight your use of project management tools and your approach to maintaining project timelines and budgets.

Discuss the importance of brand guidelines and how you have previously implemented them across various projects. Provide examples of how you have maintained consistency while allowing for creative freedom.

Mention the tools you are most proficient with, such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. Explain how these tools enhance your creative process and improve efficiency in project delivery.

Share your strategies for effective communication and collaboration. Explain how you usually ensure everyone is aligned on goals and how you handle feedback from multiple stakeholders.

Use the STAR method to outline your project: the Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Highlight your role in bringing the project to life while detailing any challenges you overcame.

Mention how you subscribe to design publications, attend workshops or webinars, and engage with fellow creatives online. Emphasize the importance of continuous learning in remaining competitive in the industry.

Choose a strong project that resonates with you, describe the process behind it, and explain the impact it had. This showcases your design acumen and personal connection to your work.

Discuss your time management skills and how you prioritize tasks. Provide an example of how you successfully navigated a high-pressure situation and what tools you used to stay organized.

Explain the metrics or KPIs you consider when evaluating a project’s success. Mention any feedback mechanisms you use to ensure your work meets both team and organizational goals.

Share your passion for creativity, crowdfunding, and how Kickstarter aligns with your professional aspirations. Highlight the aspects of the company culture and the role that excite you the most.