Design Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term (Parental Leave Cover)
Combine your passion for fitness, creativity, and design in this incredible role. We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Manager to join the Les Mills team on a 12-month contract (Parental Leave Cover).
In this role, you will support the Global Design Director and the wider marketing team in shaping and executing the creative direction and design strategy for Les Mills International marketing.
Key responsibilities include:
Develop creative ideas that elevate Les Mills to become the most loved fitness brand across all its products
Collaborate with the Global Design Director and Brand & VOC Director to develop concepts for global campaigns, photoshoots, and photography systems for Les Mills International
Design promotional or brand materials and campaigns to grow licensed revenue of Les Mills program brands internationally
Lead, mentor, and cultivate the growth of a team of designers
Contribute to building the Les Mills brand within the consumer customer group
Help manage client relationships between the Les Mills Marketing group and any external creative partners
Get buy-in from key stakeholders on Art and Creative direction
You will ideally need experience in the following:
Minimum three years' experience in graphic design at a senior level – expert level with Adobe Creative tools and Figma
Minimum of one year experience managing designers
Experience developing creative ideas from concept to execution
Possess a strong understanding of photography, typography, printing, and digital production techniques
Experience in directing and supervising the creative aspects of photography and video shoots, working closely with production and creative partners to achieve the desired vision and aesthetic
Digital native, with demonstrated experience in digital design across multiple devices/platforms
Proven practical problem-solving skills
Strong analytical and planning skills and attention to detail but with the ability to stand back and focus on the big picture
High degree of computer literacy (MS Office products)
Time management and prioritisation; ability to establish urgency of tasks and multi-task under pressure
About Les Mills:
At Les Mills, unlocking and amplifying that inner drive to achieve our goals is something we're not shy to say we're great at.
Today, Les Mills International's programs are in 20,000 gyms in over 100 countries – pair that with the boom of our digital subscription service LES MILLS+ (like Netflix for our workouts), and it's an exciting time to be a part of our global company. Our mission is simple – to create a fitter planet.
You don't have to be a fitness fanatic to fit in here, but you can make a workout part of your workday. If you want to grow your professional career, Les Mills International could be the place for you.
What's in it for you:
We operate as a flexible and hybrid workplace with a mix of working in the office and at home as a work scheme that enhances and encourages work/life balance. Whether that be working from home, going to the gym, or doing school drop-offs/pick-ups, we want our employees to feel comfortable working in an environment where they can thrive and feel empowered.
We offer some great benefits that include:
Free gym membership and LM+ Subscription
26 weeks full pay primary parental leave
Health Insurance discount
Friday drinks
Regular companywide parties/events
Global mobility
Dog friendly office
Volunteer day
Free fresh fruit & snacks
We are a Rainbow Tick certified organization committed to providing a flexible, diverse, and inclusive environment. We believe our people are the only way to help us work towards some steep growth goals and industry-leading innovations. If you're excited about this role, we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement. We might have something waiting in the wings that you'd be perfect for. We value the concepts of togetherness, support, equity, and respect, and that begins with increasing diversity in our teams.
* This role is based in Auckland. All applicants must be NZ based and have full NZ work rights to be considered.
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