Job Description

Technical Creative Director

Based in Portland, Oregon with option to work remote

LEVEL UP WITH INVISIBLE THREAD

Join our team of talented artists, designers, and developers in weaving together art and emerging technology to create immersive experiences that have the power to shift perspectives and inspire positive change in the world. 

MAKE AN IMPACT

We are looking for an experienced Creative Director to work on a diverse range of exciting interactive experiences. The ideal candidate has a vision for how immersive media impacts people, as well as an understanding of the technical underpinnings for how modern media technology is produced. Working at the cutting edge of new technology you will be expected to grasp changes in technical innovation across multiple platforms. Key to this role is the ability to  be equally comfortable giving creative direction, as well as rolling up your sleeves to help build the actual work you envision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead projects from start to finish that are both highly creative and technical in nature, including proposals, pitches, bidding, creative development, and implementation.
• Supervise teams anywhere from 4-12 people.
• Clear, concise ability to provide direction to internal teams and external partners.
• Comfortable communicating, collaborating, and presenting directly with clients to bring their ideas to life, transforming their vision into a deliverable product.
• Guiding the client through creative concepting while coaching on the technical constraints of each medium.
• Anticipating problems that may put a project at risk and implementing solutions.
• Working with the Producer to evaluate and bid complex briefs, schedule tasks, and manage delivery expectations.

SHOW US YOUR SKILLS

• Experience leading technical and creative teams within the visual effects, gaming, AR, VR, or immersive industries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as presentation skills.
• Knowledge of the software and applications involved in the creative process, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
• Comfortable interacting with high-profile clients and industry professionals.
• Talented in presenting information concisely and accurately with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to inspire the creative team to give their best.
• Ability to manage people, projects, and resources in partnership with a Producer.
• Resilience under pressure and against deadlines.
• Comfortable working with remote teams; communicating and collaborating across various disciplines.

BONUS POINTS

• Experience producing content for some or all of the following: AR and VR applications, shipped mobile apps (Android and iOS), interactive installations.
• Familiarity with 3D applications (Blender, Maya, Houdini, etc.).
• A background in client-driven visual arts such as film, visual effects, or animation.