Title: Cad Manager Location: Chicago United States Hybrid Architecture, Environmental, & Civil Job Description: 93600 USD - 124800 USD/year The CAD Manager oversees and maintains transportation-focused CAD standards across the organization, with a strong emphasis on FDOT, IDOT, and MnDOT requirements. This role develops and supports Open Roads Designer (ORD) standards and workflows to enable efficient work-sharing between offices, while also contributing to production work within the transportation discipline. The CAD Manager serves as a key resource for software support, training, and knowledge management, helping to drive consistent, high-quality design output and continuous improvement in CAD practices. Responsibilities - Oversee and maintain FDOT, IDOT, and MnDOT CAD standards across the company to ensure consistency and compliance in transportation projects. - Assist in creating and maintaining both corporate and local CAD detail libraries to support efficient and standardized design production. - Develop, implement, and refine Open Roads Designer (ORD) standards and workflows to promote effective work-sharing and collaboration between offices. - Beta test software, upgrades, and add-ons prior to company-wide deployment to ensure stability, compatibility, and alignment with CAD standards. - Assist project teams in troubleshooting software and workflow issues that arise during day-to-day operations, providing timely and practical solutions. - Document and maintain drawing standardization procedures and CAD protocols to support consistent use of templates, layers, and file structures. - Support E-Field booking programming and standardization to streamline data capture and integration with CAD workflows. - Prepare renderings and project simulations that effectively communicate design intent for transportation and infrastructure projects. - Provide application support and lead knowledge management efforts, including organizing and sharing best practices, tips, and reference materials. - Plan, develop, and lead training sessions on CAD tools and workflows, helping users improve proficiency in Open Roads Designer, MicroStation, and related applications. - Participate in production work within the transportation discipline, ensuring deliverables meet established CAD standards and project requirements. - Manage and prioritize multiple short- and long-term tasks and project deadlines, balancing standards development, support, and production responsibilities. - Collaborate with drafters and designers across multiple offices through a virtual community to align practices and share expertise in CAD standards and workflows. Essential Skills - A minimum of 5 years of production CAD experience within the transportation discipline. - Proficiency in Open Roads Designer (ORD) for transportation and roadway design applications. - Proficiency in MicroStation for transportation, roadway, and infrastructure design. - Demonstrated capability to perform production work within a specific transportation discipline. - Experience maintaining and applying CAD standards for transportation and infrastructure projects. - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and project deadlines. - Ability to train, develop, and teach others in CAD software and workflows. - Experience with transportation design, roadway design, and infrastructure design using CAD tools. - Ability to troubleshoot CAD software and workflow issues in a production environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications - Knowledge of National CAD Standard documents is a plus. - Technical writing and documentation skills are a plus, particularly for recording standards and procedures. - Experience preparing renderings and project simulations for transportation or infrastructure projects. - Familiarity with E-Field booking programming and standardization. - Experience working with FDOT, IDOT, MnDOT, or similar transportation agency CAD standards. - Experience contributing to or leading CAD standards development and implementation across multiple offices. - Comfort working in a collaborative, virtual community of drafters and designers. Work Environment This role supports a growing transportation practice, with significant project work involving IDOT, tollway, and related transportation initiatives. The position functions as a CAD Manager without direct reports, focusing on CAD standards, standardized trainings, and hands-on production work. The role is based in the Rosemont office, supporting the transportation team. While there are no other drafters physically located in this office, the CAD Manager collaborates closely with a network of drafters across the company through a virtual community. The organization operates on a hybrid schedule, typically three days in the office and two days working from home, with flexibility to choose in-office days; many team members choose to be in the office on Wednesdays. The work environment emphasizes technically excellent, innovative, and highly motivated professionals, offering challenging and rewarding work, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a culture built on loyalty, service, quality, and integrity. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $93600.00 - $124800.00/yr. Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs Tuition Reimbursement A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration Flexible Schedule/Remote work options Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports Medical/Dental/Audio/Visual Insurance Paid Time Off Life Insurance Short and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Plans Retirement Savings Plan Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporate Casual Dress Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Title: Continuous Improvement Manager Locations: USA - Remote TN USA - Remote SC USA - Remote PA USA - Remote OH USA - Remote NC USA - Remote MO USA - Remote MI USA - Remote IN USA - Remote IL USA - Remote GA USA - Remote WI Work Type: Remote, Full Time Job ID: R177362 Job Description: Job Description : MOVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD WITH RYDER! Be a vital player for one of the largest and most recognizable names in Logistics, Transportation, Fleet Maintenance and Supply Chain Services in the World! We are immediately hiring a Continuous Improvement Logistics Manager (Engineering) in Indianapolis, IN (REMOTE) for our Supply Chain Solutions division. This is a dynamic and high profile position managing 5-6 Engineers across 4-5 customer locations. Experience with automation is a plus. Apply here today to speak with a Recruiter about the position and perks of joining our Ryder Ever Better Team. - Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid Twice Per Month - Annual Salary Pay: $110,000 - $120,000 per year based on experience - Bonus: 20% Annually - Schedule: Shift 1st : Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00 pm (flexible) - Travel: 50%-75% (4-5 customer locations) - REMOTE: (EST/ CST time zones preferred) Summary This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the Business Unit/Vertical by actively promoting and facilitating the use of continuous improvement methods to support new and existing operations. The Manager will manage the CI resources across multiple operations to influence, drive, and manage change through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost and growth. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and all Ryder lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This high influence position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the business. This position reports to the CI Director or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with a Director of Operations. Essential Functions - Supervise a team of continuous improvement engineering and quality professionals. Lead employment decisions (hire, promote, coach, development) and manage performance. Manages multiple and complex Supply Chain projects. Regularly interacts with Senior Management and/or customer(s). - Lead the development and execution of strategy, scorecarding and key performance indicator action plans. Work with Operational leadership to conduct assessments of critical site and business needs. Ensure the development of a thorough, effective and timely continuous improvement plan to address the top business needs at Ryder sites. Ensure process improvement activities are driven to achieve dramatic improvement in key business metrics. Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against performance and business objectives. - Provide training, coaching, and mentoring: must be able to translate all Ryder Business System concepts to local situations and help individuals, teams, and managers develop understanding and application of tools for sustainable business improvements. Coach business owners to use Engineering, Data Analysis and Lean methods to achieve operational excellence. Support start-ups, retrofits and expansions including pricing inputs, go-live and steady state certifications. - Develop advanced competency in a wide range of engineering methods, data analysis, Lean tools, and quality standards and coach employees in their use. Ensures methodologies/tools such as product slotting, labor standards (time studies), layouts, optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, automation, data analytics, and resource modeling are utilized to improve distribution and/or transportation operations. - Effective facilitation and execution of Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results, regular follow up and follow through on sustainment). Independently identifies process gaps and recommends and leads CI Team to implement process improvement. Manage, track, and report the progress and value of the transformational activities and projects across customer accounts. Direct the assessment, development, implementation, and continuous improvement activities related to the implementation of lean processes across accounts. Additional Responsibilities - Manage the design, implementation, monitoring and maintenance of the QMS based on established company and/or industry standards. - Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system. - Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements. - Oversee all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion. - Oversee internal auditing to ensure regulatory compliance and certification. - Performs other duties as assigned Skills and Abilities - Effective interpersonal skills - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors) - Ability to work independently and as a member of a team - Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment - Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills - Builds, manages and develops effective teams - System and change implementation skills - Ability to manage multiple cross-functional and complex CI projects from beginning to sustained results - Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio expert required - Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) intermediate preferred - Expertise in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization advanced required - Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) expert required - Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.gAutoCAD); slotting (e.gSlot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.gMOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.gManhattan Scale), and Labor MgtSystems expert preferred - Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control, warehouse layout/ design and Lean methods - Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.gAS/RS)expert preferred - Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks - Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment - Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, , Mapping Software ie; Tableauexpert preferred - Knowledge working with HRM systems (e.gWorkday) and associated HR processes - Knowledge on team member hiring/on-boarding - Knowledge of goal setting and performance management/resolution intermediate preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree required Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management - Bachelor's degree preferred Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management - Master's degree preferred Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management - Nine (9) years or more in the Distribution, Warehousing and/or Manufacturing, Transportation, Supply Chain Logistics industry required - Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio. expert required - Data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) intermediate preferred - Expertise in developing and managing: Leader Standard Work, Visual Management Systems and Management Accountability Systems, Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S/Workplace Organization advanced required - Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) expert required - Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.g. AutoCAD); slotting (e.g. Slot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.g. MOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan Scale), and Labor Mgt. Systems. expert preferred - Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control, warehouse layout/ design and Lean methods. Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.g. AS/RS). expert preferred - Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks. Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment. Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, , Mapping Software ie; Tableau. expert preferred - Knowledge working with HRM systems (e.g. Workday) and associated HR processes. Knowledge on team member hiring/on-boarding. Knowledge of goal setting and performance management/resolution intermediate preferred - Lean Six Sigma, required - Other cPMP, ISO/QMS, preferred - American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Supply Chain Logistics Certification, preferred Travel: DOT Regulated: None When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts. At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation's biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company. Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us: - Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days - 401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match - Discounted employee stock purchase options - Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more - All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year - Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave Our Culture & Commitment : At Ryder, you're trusted to make an impact-while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that's heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety. Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together. Compensation Information : The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below: Pay Type : Salaried Minimum Pay Range: $110,000 Maximum Pay Range: $120,000 Benefits Information: For all Full-time positions only : Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Title: Senior Manager, Quality and Safety remote type Hybrid locations Jamaica Plain-MA time type Full time job requisition id RQ4071796 Job Description: Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary The Senior Manager, Quality and Safety is responsible for leading the local execution of Mass General Brigham Community Division strategy, infrastructure, processes, and performance improvement efforts across patient safety, risk management, quality, and clinical compliance. This role oversees and supports the implementation of standardized best practices, safety and quality programs, regulatory readiness activities, and performance improvement initiatives that advance safe, reliable, high-quality care. The Senior Manager serves as a key local administrative leader and partners closely with system and site leadership, clinical teams, the local ACMO, risk/safety leaders, infection prevention, compliance, legal, data and analytics teams, and other stakeholders to execute both short- and long-term goals for Quality, Patient Safety, Risk Management, and Clinical Compliance programs. This position is responsible for translating system strategy into local execution while also providing strong bidirectional communication between the site and system teams regarding local risks, emerging trends, operational needs, performance gaps, and improvement opportunities. Because this is a leadership role in an active change-management environment, the Senior Manager must demonstrate flexibility, sound judgment, collaboration, and openness as the scope and needs of the role continue to evolve over time. Qualifications Quality, Safety, and Risk Strategy Execution - Execute MGB Community Division strategy for patient safety, risk management, quality, and clinical compliance at the local site, ensuring alignment with standardized system processes, priorities, policies, and performance expectations. - Support the buildout of local safety, quality, risk, and compliance infrastructure, including standardization in training, workflows, governance, reporting structures, and response processes that are in line with MGB. - Collaborate with system and site leadership to execute long- and short-term goals for Quality, Patient Safety, Risk Management, and Clinical Compliance programs. - Provide essential input to MGB leadership regarding strategy, infrastructure, policy development, performance improvement plans, and local operational needs to support high-quality care delivery. Patient Safety and Risk Management - Execute MGB patient safety plans, including safety event reporting, event analysis, mitigation planning, and follow-up on safety-related concerns. - Implement standardized risk management strategies, policies, and procedures, ensuring that risk management activities align with and strengthen the organization’s approach to patient safety. - Implement and support use of the systemwide safety event reporting system. - Support systemwide and local safety events, including recalls, shortages, and other issues that may impact patient safety. - Partner with site Risk/Safety/PFR leaders and clinical teams to develop prospective solutions and performance improvement actions in response to safety events. - Leads the development and delivery of patient safety and risk management training using culture‑of‑safety data, safety event trends, and systemwide priorities to promote continuous improvement, staff engagement, and safe, reliable care practices across all departments. - Completes, within three (3) months of hire, High Reliability Organization (HRO) training, including Level 3, Fact Gatherer, and Process Facilitator, and integrates HRO principles into oversight of safety event analysis, improvement strategy, and organizational learning. Quality Performance and Improvement - Serve as the local administrative leader responsible for executing quality performance and improvement programs at the site. - Ensure adherence to MGB standardized processes for quality measurement, prioritized quality goals, quality strategy, and performance improvement activities. - Provide proactive and reactive quality performance improvement planning in partnership with local clinical teams, department leaders, and floor-based teams. - Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of process changes and performance improvement activities. - Effectively communicate goals, strategic priorities, accountability expectations, and improvement plans to clinicians and operational leaders, engaging them as partners in achieving quality and safety outcomes. - Serve as the senior local site manager responsible for Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) planning, documentation, and updates for board quality committee and/or patient care assessment committee needs. Clinical Compliance and Regulatory Readiness - Serve as the senior local administrative manager responsible for clinical compliance activities, including tracer activity, site preparedness, monitoring, and adherence to standardized compliance processes. - Build and support the local implementation of the MGB clinical compliance program, ensuring standardized processes, staff training, procedures, and governance are in place. - Monitor institutional compliance with Joint Commission standards and other applicable regulations, and advise system leadership regarding areas requiring improvement. - Lead or support proactive and reactive clinical compliance activities, including risk assessments, improvement plans, regulatory interpretation, and implementation of needed process changes. - Serve as the senior clinical compliance manager responsible for management and performance during expected and unexpected regulatory visits, including but not limited to The Joint Commission, DPH, DMH, and CMS. - Oversee submission of required documentation and reports to relevant accrediting and regulatory bodies, including DPH, DMH, TJC, BORIM, and MedSUN, and complete submissions directly when front-line support is not available. - Liaise with system and site teams, clinicians, corporate compliance, and the Office of General Counsel regarding compliance issues, regulatory requirements, site visits, and areas of overlap. Data, Analytics, Reporting, and Dashboards - Partner with MGB data and analytics teams to ensure reporting to CMS, other regulatory bodies, private payer contracting entities, external benchmarking organizations, and quality/safety reporting programs is timely and accurate. - Understand data provided by system teams and use knowledge of local practices and culture to identify opportunities for improvement, emerging risks, and areas requiring local or system-level attention. - Advise in the development of local and system-level dashboards related to quality performance, clinical compliance, patient safety, and improvement priorities. - Analyze trends and emerging risks, communicate findings to local teams and system leaders, and support improvement planning based on available data. - Prepare reports and presentations as needed for site leadership, system leadership, regulatory bodies, committees, and other stakeholders. Collaboration and Local Leadership - Partner with the local ACMO and clinical teams to implement system goals, site-level improvements, and accountability processes. - Liaise with infection prevention and control teams to monitor performance, respond to data, and support actions to reduce risk of infections to patients. - Maintain strong organizational relationships and work effectively within a matrixed healthcare environment. - Provide strong bidirectional communication between the system and site, including distribution of pertinent data, analytics, priorities, concerns, and operational feedback. - Ensure recommended improvements are implemented and partner with local leadership to support accountability. Staff Management and Department Operations - Manage, supervise, and support assigned quality, safety, risk, and/or compliance staff, including recruitment, interviewing, training, orientation, remediation, and performance evaluation. - Establish development plans for staff and support ongoing professional growth, role clarity, and accountability. - Manage departmental operations and budget responsibilities as assigned, including fiscal planning and budgetary recommendations. - Oversee local training and educational programs related to quality, safety, risk, and clinical compliance as needed. - Perform all other duties as assigned and requested. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Qualifications Education - Bachelor’s degree required in a related field. - Master’s degree preferred in Nursing, Public Health, Business Administration, Public Administration, Health Services Administration, Patient Safety Leadership, or a related field. Experience - Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality, clinical compliance, patient safety, risk management, performance improvement, or a related healthcare leadership function required. - Minimum of 3–5 years of experience managing teams required. - Experience working in a large, matrixed healthcare organization preferred. Skills and Competencies - Strong leadership, collaboration, and relationship-building skills in a matrixed healthcare environment. - Demonstrated ability to lead change, support standardization, and implement system strategy at the local level. - Strong verbal and written communication, presentation, project management, and process improvement skills. - Ability to use data, analytics, local knowledge, and performance trends to identify risks, improvement opportunities, and areas requiring escalation. - Ability to effectively and persuasively communicate goals, expectations, accountability processes, and improvement plans to clinical and operational partners. - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 1153 Centre Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $99,465.60 - $144,643.20/Annual Grade 8 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Title: Senior Manager Art Direction (6 mnth Limited Time Duration) Location: Portland, OR, US Workplace: Limited Duration Department: Design Job Description: ROLE DESCRIPTION As an LTD Sr. Manager of Art Direction you should have extensive experience art directing and running photo and video shoots. You are expected to lead creative projects from concept to capture, execution, and final delivery. You will be responsible for answering creative briefs while ensuring alignment with the adidas global brand direction and brand voice. You will focus on creating excellent, compelling, and effective creative executions that deliver against each brief. You will regularly partner closely with copywriters and collaborate with other members of the studio, including project managers, operations, producers, and stakeholders. You are expected to lead creative work across multiple projects as a senior-level individual contributor, providing clear visual direction, strong judgment, and hands-on execution as needed. Depending on the project, you may guide other creatives, approve creative direction, lead stakeholder presentations, and recommend external creative partners. You will regularly be working on multiple complex projects simultaneously. As this is an 6 month LTD role, it is expected that you are already capable of fully performing the requirements of this job on day one. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Creative Direction & Execution - Lead the creation and delivery of design, art direction, and video for campaigns, projects, and toolkits from concept to execution. - Enforce brand standards and provide clear, actionable creative feedback to internal partners and collaborators. - Own the creative output of assigned photoshoots and productions. - Push creative ambition beyond simply answering a brief. - Anticipate stakeholder needs and propose creative solutions that will address them as well as the specific needs of a brief. - Lead brainstorms and concept development with the Lead Copywriter to build a strong messaging framework tied to project visuals. - Propose visual direction per project, including graphic direction, typography, lighting, location, angle, talent, grading. - Propose potential Lead Creative Partners (photographers, videographers, directors) and provide justification. - Propose production details including location, casting, props, styling, treatment of shoot. - Delegate design needs as necessary for concept, presentations, or execution. - Ultimately responsible for each round of presentation. - Provide moodboard imagery (swipe) for concepts and visual direction. - Lead stakeholder presentations and clearly communicate creative rationale, direction, and recommendations. Art Direction/ On-Set - Lead creation of shot list and/or Storyboard (with lead copywriter as needed). - Lead photoshoots on set or support creative director. - Work closely with the photographer to align on the flow of the day, ensure required shots are captured, and adjust as needed on set. - Direct talent/athletes/models on set, in support of Photographer or Creative Director. - Monitor and enforce shot list. Review and approve lighting and framing on set. - Double-check wardrobe and styling to ensure alignment with the approved creative direction. - Carefully monitor output: determine whether you got the shot and can move on. - Be solution-oriented when unexpected challenges arise on set. - Maintain professionalism and composure on set, especially under pressure. Design & Execution - Design a range of assets and visual solutions based on the brief provided. - Deliver high-quality, production-ready assets across digital channels and campaign touchpoints. - Create and refine layouts, comps, mockups, and presentations that clearly communicate creative intent to stakeholders and production partners. - Develop visual systems and design frameworks that create consistency across campaign assets and touchpoints. - Ensure design work is optimized appropriately for platform, placement, audience, and performance goals. - Prepare final files for stakeholders. - Review and provide post-production feedback to creative partners. - Provide retouching feedback and maintain a high bar for visual polish, accuracy, and craft. - Manage revisions across multiple rounds of feedback while maintaining creative integrity and forward momentum. - Adapt campaign creative across formats, placements, and touchpoints while maintaining the strength of the core idea. - Identify executional risks, inconsistencies, or quality issues early and proactively resolve them. - Regularly create final deliverables for briefed projects in Photoshop, InDesign, Figma, or PowerPoint. Briefing & Project Management - Attend brief kickoffs and help establish a clear creative path from the outset. - Reads briefs carefully and identify gaps, risks, dependencies, and open questions in briefs early, and work with the team to resolve them. - Partner closely with project managers, producers, and operations to align creative ambition with timelines, resources, and production realities. - Balance multiple projects at once, prioritizing effectively while maintaining quality and momentum. Leadership - Contribute to cultural initiatives and champion these principles across the team. - Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and comfort with difficult conversations, including giving and receiving candid feedback. - Solicit feedback from all levels within the studio to make informed decisions. KEY RELATIONSHIPS: - Creative Director (Direct Manager) - Sr. Copywriter (Partner) - Project Managers (Partner) - Producers (Partner) - Operations (Partner) - Stakeholders and project briefers (Digital Activation, Retail Marketing, Membership, Planning) - External agencies and vendors REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience - A BA, MA, or BFA degree with focus on design, visual art, and/or related areas - 8+ years of experience in design, art direction and/or creative direction - Extensive knowledge of photography and videography techniques - Experience working within sporting goods industry - Experience in design industry and ability to predict future trends Soft-Skills - Culturally aware and able to communicate effectively with varied audiences. - Strong communication & negotiation skills, comfortable presenting complex topics to stakeholders at various organizational levels both in person and remotely. Hard-Skills - In-depth knowledge of art direction and concept development with a digital-first approach - Expert knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) - Extensive knowledge of Figma, Frame IO, and PowerPoint. - adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. - adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employees are able to enroll in adidas’ 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave. - Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance. Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years. - At adidas we offer a Hybrid work policy which requires attendance in the office Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday each week. For work requiring a high degree of collaboration or an in-person presentation, in-office attendance is required even on Friday. The working location of this position is Portland OR. - Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.