Art Director

JLL•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. About JLL We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 103,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally. Art Directors are energized creatives who are talented at managing stakeholders and design teams. AD’s will lead design teams in concept development and execution of custom material, innovative strategies, and corresponding creative guidelines that adhere to brand equities for new and existing deliverables across our different business lines. Successful candidates must have direct experience in design, creative conception and execution, people management, leadership and relationship management. The Art Director is a key liaison between our internal clients, creative, and marketing teams. This player/coach role is responsible for delivering creative solutions for our clients and improving JLL’s competitive advantage. The Art Director will manage a small team of 3-7 designers and must be able to present design rationale and advocate for the team's work while remaining open to inputs and alternative perspectives with outstanding creative judgement. This leadership role requires strong communication skills and creative direction, as well as advanced time and project management skills. The Art Director is the primary point of contact for stakeholders and places these relationships at the center of their creative solutions. The role will partner virtually with teams located around the country; comfort with virtual working arrangements is required. Art Directors will have a strong understanding of brand development and multichannel marketing concepts along with a steady focus on getting the work done, on time, and looking great. The AD must have a strong team mentality—it’s we, not me—and be able to advocate the larger team purpose. Real estate experience is not essential, however experience working within a corporate environment will be very beneficial. This role reports to the Creative Director and is hybrid with a minimum of 3 days in office.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Art or Design/Visual Communications or similar
A minimum of 8-10 years’ prior design experience, preferably in a corporate environment
Management experience of a small team of individuals, proven leadership in design and/or project management success
Exceptional communication skills to support professional exchanges in brainstorming sessions involving cross-functional and multi-level management teams
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, etc., and the Microsoft Office Suite is mandatory
Strong design and page layout skills are required, along with the ability to create graphic elements from scratch utilizing the best application that will support effective updates
Works effectively in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and consistently demonstrates a high level of organizational skill and customer service
This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Real estate experience is not essential, however experience working within a corporate environment will be very beneficial.

Responsibilities

Leadership / Strategy Has a track record of delivering results and solutions with urgency
Makes timely decisions balancing effectiveness, efficiency, creativity and innovation
Pushes self and others to accomplish objectives and exceed expectations by driving change
Develops underlying implementation plans for new strategies, training programs, and identifies areas and strategies for improvement
Seeks opportunities to increase self and team knowledge and skills
Relationship Management Seeks out and understands the needs, perspectives and motivations of our clients and stakeholders while providing exceptional client service
Follows through with commitments
Actively builds relationships with current stakeholders and works to extend connections and grow visibility of the design team capabilities across the business undefined
People Management Authentic in approach, embraces diversity of ideas and ways of working
Takes ownership for own performance and performance of team
Creates and articulates a compelling vision that establishes priorities and ensures their alignment with goals
Models positive and enthusiastic behavior
Champions employee development in stretch projects for career growth and mobility
Design Executes sophisticated design on high profile and complex creative challenges
Always participates in the creative process—with both clients and the team—from concept to completion. This includes kick-off calls, alignment meetings and art direction of any outside agencies or extended teams.
Leads creative discussions, critiques, brainstorming sessions
Participates in kick-off calls, alignment meeting