Senior Art Director Saucony
Rockford, IL - USA
Job Summary
Were a team that puts excellence first and the experts agree. Recently Fast Company named Saucony one of the Most Innovative Companies in the world specifically honoring our IncrediRUN Foam as a major leap forward in footwear tech. Our reach extends from the track to the street whether its the Speed 5 being named Best Overall by WIRED or our iconic Shadow 5000 winning the Shop TODAY Sneaker Awards we are consistently recognized as the gold standard for both performance and style.
The Senior Art Director is responsible for leading the creative vision ideation and artistic direction of our brand storytelling ensuring the seamless execution of high-quality visual concepts.
Primary Duties:
Conceptualize and develop visually engaging ideas and translate across various media (TV Digital Print Branded Content Social) ensuring that all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality creativity and brand consistency.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with creative team cross-functional partners and external partners collaborating effectively to execute integrated marketing campaigns.
Stay up-to-date of industry trends emerging technologies and design best practices integrating new techniques and approaches into our creative processes to maintain a competitive edge in the advertising landscape.
Present creative concepts and designs internally and incorporate feedback into the development process to ensure project success.
Guides the activities of both internal and external creative partners and ensures projects are delivered on time on budget and in a manner that represents creative excellence.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously setting project timelines allocating resources effectively and ensuring that all deadlines are met while maintaining a focus on delivering exceptional creative work.
Performs duties consistent with the Companys AAP/EEO goals and policies.
Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities Required:
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required.
8-10 years advertising agency experience.
Proven ability to research and translate design trends into graphic concepts.
Proficiency in industry-standard design software including the Adobe Creative Suite with a strong grasp of typography layout and visual communication techniques.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate creative concepts strategies and design decisions effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities with a demonstrated ability to translate client briefs into impactful creative campaigns that drive brand awareness and engagement.
Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent project and time management skills and attention to detail while simultaneously managing multiple projects.
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment.
Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible hybrid work schedule with three days in office and two days remote.
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Wolverine World Wide Inc. (NYSE: WWW) is a global footwear and apparel company driven by a vision toMake. Every Day. Better.Founded in 1883 the Company builds and grows iconic brands includingMerrellSauconyWolverineSweaty BettyChacoHush PuppiesStride RiteHYTEST andBates along with footwear licenses forCatandHarley-Davidson. Headquartered in Rockford Michigan the Companys products are sold in approximately 170 countries and territories worldwide. For more information visit.
In 2025 the Company was recognized by Footwear News as Company of the Year by Forbes as one of Americas Dream Employers Americas Best Employers for Women and Americas Best Employers for Company Culture and by Inspiring Workplaces as one of the Most Inspiring Workplaces Globally.
Wolverine Worldwide is a Certified Great Place To Work.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills which may be required.
Wolverine Worldwide Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates customers and suppliers regardless of race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected characteristic.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
The story of a company that was founded on the simple desire to create good products for good people, whose own footprint can be found in approximately 200 countries and territories throughout the world.