Manager, Creative

Staples Inc.•Lincolnshire, IL

1d•$96,000 - $138,000

About The Position

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential services, solutions, and award-winning customer support to help our customers – and our people – thrive. When you partner with Quill, as a customer or as an associate, every workday is more rewarding.

Requirements

Strong creative thinker with passion for storytelling and brand building
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong collaboration and organizational skills
High attention to detail and adaptability
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in design or equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience in a creative, branding, or marketing role
Experience across digital, social, email, print, and brand channels
Strong portfolio of multi-channel work
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and Microsoft Office
Strong project management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in retail or eCommerce environments
Photography, video, motion, or AI-assisted creative experience
Experience mentoring junior creatives

Responsibilities

Help shape and execute the creative vision for the Quill brand across digital, print, social, email, packaging, and video
Lead concept development and execution for campaigns, product launches, seasonal initiatives, and brand storytelling
Partner cross-functionally with eCommerce, Merchandising, Promotions, Sales, and Marketing teams
Ensure brand consistency across all customer touchpoints
Present creative concepts to stakeholders and leadership
Mentor designers, copywriters, and freelance partners
Oversee photography, video, and content production
Optimize creative using performance insights and testing
Stay current on design and digital trends
Manage projects to meet deadlines and budgets