Creative Services Leader

Unique Industries, Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. The company describes its workplace as family-oriented and team-focused, with benefits that include 401(k), healthcare plan choices, and paid time off, as well as company picnics and holiday luncheons. The Creative Services Leader works in the Philadelphia Corporate office and leads the development of Unique-branded and private-label product programs for everyday and seasonal products, from concept through final execution. The role oversees product designers, providing creative direction, mentorship, and performance feedback to support high-quality, on-trend product development aligned with brand strategy and market demands.

Requirements

Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop creative talent.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Strong understanding of product design principles in consumer goods, including party goods and seasonal assortments.
Knowledge of print production processes, including offset and flexographic printing.
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
5–7 years of progressive experience in product design within consumer goods, retail, or private-label environments.
At least 3 years of direct leadership experience managing and developing creative teams.
An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with global manufacturing partners and understanding production constraints.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of product designers across multiple levels, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
Provide creative direction and oversee design output to ensure alignment with brand standards and business objectives.
Evaluate team performance and provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.
Support workload planning and resource allocation to ensure deadlines are consistently met.
Contribute directly to concept development and execution as needed during high-volume periods or critical deadlines.
Help drive ideation and creation of innovative product concepts aligned with consumer trends and retail opportunities.
Ensure designs meet product specifications, cost parameters, and manufacturing requirements before production handoff.
Oversee design consistency and quality across programs and final deliverables.
Conduct ongoing trend research across global markets to inform product direction, color, pattern, and material innovation.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.