Art Director - Manager

Role

Art Director / Senior Art Director

Level

Manager / Senior Manager

Department

Global Design Studio

Reporting To

Head, Global Design Studio

Location

Chennai, Noida

Qualification

Degree is a must, but having Bachelors degree in Vis. Com., Fine Arts, Graphic Design or related field is an added advantage

Experience

12+ years

Current Shift Timing

11 am 9 pm

Position Summary

Cognizant is seeking a Creative Leader to be responsible for developing and orchestrating complex teams and projects in a dynamic, fast-moving environment to deliver creative that meets the brief and is on brand and on time. An expert with hands-on experience in high-end animated powerpoint presentations and visual design tuned toward B2B lead generation, awareness building of the Cognizant brand, and competitive bid support programmes.

He/she should be looking to channel innovation into every aspect of the creative studio in terms of process, products and services. He/she should be adapt at juggling multiple projects while acting as the leading light for creative excellence; playing the role of a mentor for the creative team as well as connect with marketing specialists to bring designs to fruition.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Strong communicator who thinks creatively, is detail-oriented and is able to deliver well ahead of the set deadlines. You re an effective and accountable leader, people manager and active listener

Understanding design trends within the scope of the digital industry he/she is working in and is able to crosspollinate ideas and best practices

Thrives in a collaborative environment and possess strong problem-solving, decision-making and organizational skills

8+ years work experience having worked/managed high-performing Creative Teams at Tier-1 IT Service Companies

• A critical thinker and goal-setter, who develops new ways of working that align with the organization s larger goals with creative flair and humility

Manage and mentor a team of creative professionals including visualisers, powerpoint specialist and graphic designers

• Act as the initial point of contact and ongoing liaison for Creative Services team with cross-functional stakeholders throughout the organization

Should take a customer-driven approach to creating marketing, brand and sales collaterals and assets

• Responsibility for the full design lifecycle from concept to execution

Delivered highly creative B2B marketing projects to CMOs and Marketing Directors

Strong understanding of bid support basics and how creative can add value to the bid programme

Expert knowledge of both hig-end animationsin in powerpoint and traditional print

Excellent project management skills

Contributes to the creative execution of marketing collaterals by helping to create the overall concept through brainstorming with the creative team

Ensures all collaterals meet the submission deadlines

Convert complex information into graphics, charts, graphs, and other forms of data visualization

Design Tools

Strong knowledge of Adobe Photoshop , InDesign , Illustrator, and other Microsoft tools is essential

Working experience in tools like, AfterEffects and Animate for doing bacis animation and video editing would be an added advantage.

Strong working experience in creating high-end animated Powerpoint presentations

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 350,000 associates around the world.
• We don t just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the worlds leading professional services companies, transforming clients business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

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Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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