Total 4 Director/C-Level Art / Design / Entertainment job vacancies in US-DC Washington DC

The Chief Engineer supports the Deputy Architect and the Architect of the Capitol by managing the operational effectiveness and historic preservation of the buildings comprising the Capitol Complex and other significant off-site facilities, including more than 18.4 million square feet of facilities, 570 acres of grounds and thousands of works of art. 

The position is located in the Office of the Chief Engineer, Architect of the Capitol. The office has primary responsibility for the master planning, building performance audits, retro-commissioning and facility condition assessments. The office also manages the energy and sustainability program, provides project-funded, in-house construction services, supports critical Capitol campus systems and oversees the enterprise asset management and building automation systems.

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative leader with executive leadership experience to oversee the preservation of architectural and artistic elements as well as provide recommendations on design, construction and maintenance of facilities and grounds. In such capacity, the Chief Engineer performs duties such as following:

• Executes delegated agency-wide responsibilities and authorities over the management, execution of project planning, project management and project controls; design services and energy management; enterprise asset management; architectural services functions including historic preservation; Master Planning; Office of Inspector General and Government Accountability Office coordination concerning projects and construction operations; and real estate management.
• Formulates and manages strategic planning requirements for OCE to guide the stewardship of the Capitol complex.
• Manages OCE's human capital, financial and information resources strategically and builds coalitions internally and externally to achieve common goals.
• Provides an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others; facilitates cooperation, teamwork and a safe and secure work environment; supports constructive resolution of conflicts; and attains organizational goals and customer expectations by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems and calculating risks.
• Manages the operational effectiveness and historic preservation of buildings comprising the Capitol complex and off-site facilities.
• Participates in the AOC planning and budgeting process and assists with assessing performance improvement initiatives. 
• Develops and implements procedures and controls to promote effective communication and information flow within the OCE organization. 
• Develops, influences, reviews and interprets various policies and directives pertaining to management of the Office of the Chief Engineer and the Architect.
• Reviews in-house and out-sourced construction, maintenance and repairs affecting jurisdictions.
• Provides oversight and guidance on Congressional priorities and operational concerns; and encourages the development of environmentally sustainable and safe workplace practices.
• Regularly briefs senior leaders, delegations and Oversight committees on all aspects under OCE functional responsibility or as directed or assigned.
• Provides oversight and guidance regarding Congressional priorities and operational concerns.
• Represents the OCE and AOC in managing the relationships and customer service delivery agreements between AOC and stakeholders.

The Chief Engineer is designated as Exempt Personnel and serves at the pleasure of the Architect. The incumbent in this position must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. This position is designated as emergency essential.

Candidates must have proven executive leadership experience in delivering relevant comprehensive operational functions. A demonstrated aspirational leader who can build coalitions internally and externally to achieve strategic goals in a dynamic, operational environment of concurrent and competing priorities is essential. Must also possess the ability to motivate and manage a diverse, multidisciplinary staff.

Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in architecture or engineering from an accredited college or university.

Major duties include but are not limited to the following:

1. Serves as principal advisor to the NIGC on matters relating to the overall management and control of building a diverse workforce, ensuring equal opportunities for applicants and employees and creating an inclusive workplace throughout the NIGC
2. Directs and manages a comprehensive equal employment opportunity program for federal employees throughout the NIGC in compliance with: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act as amended; sections 501 and 505 of Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 as amended; the Equal Pay Act of 1963 as amended; Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 as amended, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission rules and regulations, and all respective NIGC procedures, policies and regulations.
3. Acts as a catalyst for organizational change to build and retain a diverse workforce and establish and sustain a working environment of mutual trust and respect in accordance with NIGC norms, principles and policies.
4. Establishes policy for proper implementation of the various laws and regulations encompassing the diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion programs.
5. Ensures the timely development and submission of the NIGC's annual reports, required affirmative employment plans, reports to Congress on NIGC/EEO programs, etc.
6. Provides for timely processing and adjudication of discrimination complaints filed by federal employees and applicants for employment with NIGC. Recommends decisions for the NIGC Chair on complaints of discrimination and respective corrective measures as necessary to resolve the issues whether or not there is a finding of discrimination.
7. Establishes and oversees the administration of special emphasis programs in accordance with the NIGC Special Emphasis Programs policy.
8. Provides assistance to management and employees to secure and promote a diverse workforce and inclusive working environment such as: advice and direction regarding equal employment practices, recruitment and hiring, consultations pertaining to employee relations, conflict resolution, managing a diverse workforce, cultural competency and communication skills.
9. Oversees work of collateral duty specialists; plans and executes the office budget; and otherwise takes appropriate management action to properly execute the office's mission

 At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. 

Job Title: Sr. Director, Global Creative - UGG

Reports to:  VP, Marketing - UGG

Location:  Goleta, CA or Remote

Interested applicants must reside in one of the following approved states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington

The Role

Reporting to the VP Marketing for the UGG brand, the Senior Director, Global Creative is responsible for Brand visual expression, voice, and its execution across all consumer touchpoints. They are also responsible for  the creative for all campaigns and creative assets across retail, eCommerce, social and media required to support the seasonal marketing calendar. The expectation is to drive innovation, bold creative work, a cohesivive Brand Visual Center and an UGG universe that represents the brand globally. The media assets should drive customer acquisition, conversion, and frequency across channels and within each region.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

Creative Brand Expression

• Define, evolve, own and implement the UGG Brand creative expression and ’ensure that it is executed through all touch points and placements
• Position our brand as a Global Fashion Lifestyle brand for the culture creators and culture changemakers
• Partner with insights to understand how our consumer segments and their content needs are evolving
• Engage key stakeholders on the content strategy and ensure delivery of the UGG visual center, styling ethos and brand visual guidelines
• Elevate the creative expression of the brand to a new level of bold, innovative and distinct expression of the brand and product
• Collaborate with regions, provide guard rails and partner with them on creative work and approvals
• Develop brand standards and visual language that includes logo, brand colors, photography and motion direction and other elements that influence the visual identity and brand voice for UGG.
• Provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance. Ensure that brand guidelines and campaign guidelines are updated regularly
• Enhance storytelling for the brand and products that shares the UGG purpose, principles, values and origin story

Global Campaign Development, Content & Communications Strategy

• Lead the development of the solve process – directly leading and concepting campaign briefs and partnering with agencies to lead the seasonal and evergreen campaign work
• Partner with product marketing and cross functional teams to receive briefs and lead the creative response to the briefs
• Ensure global asset creation in partnership with North America, APAP and EMEA
• Ensure casting is in line with the UGG brand visual direction
• Partner with Brand coms on the solve process – response to creative brief
• Engage cross functional stakeholders in the vision, agree the business case and plan
• Lead all seasonal directives for creative assets
• Lead a close working relationship with the Omni, product marketing, Brand comms and ops teams for Toolkit production.

Digital and social transformation

• Lead the development of an updated creative strategy for the UGG eCommerce 3.0 – to focus on our culture creators and culture changemakers and
• Help reimaging and create online experiences
• Collaborate with social and PR to help align social and PR content within the brand universe

Retail Brand Expression and UGG Universe

• Conceptualize, design, produce and deploy all creative content for retai
• Conceptualize and design the retail Universe details – instore every green assets that should show up in wholesale, DTC retail and pop-up environments
• Create and lead the seasonal retail visual centers  
• Work with cross functional peers to ensure Brand events and retail execution are on Brand
• Create trade marketing materials in support of US Wholesale accounts as well as seasonal dealer catalogs and selling materials

Innovation & Best Practice

• Drive a culture of tech innovation by bringing in new ways to be digital, and educate team and partners on emerging trends and best practices
• Contribute to ongoing development, evaluation and improvement of content creation, communication planning, and digital channel management.
• Drive collaboration across functions, fostering a trusting culture where people listen openly to the ideas of others, look for possibilities, ask for help when needed, and assume accountability for their contributions.
• Keep abreast of best practices in branding, marketing, content and digital communication.

Team and Cross Functional Leadership

• Instill and reinforce the highest standards for collaboration and teamwork within UGG and across the Deckers’ brand portfolio, with the goals of identifying synergies, fostering idea sharing and establishing common goals for profitable growth and continuous innovation
• Foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where all employees feel valued, where differences are embraced, and everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Champion best practices to improve representation and diversity at Deckers.
• Develop, motivate, mentor and retain top talent; engage the UGG team in ways that will facilitate the achievement of UGG’s strategic objectives
• Champion and ensure progressive employee development practices that provide UGG employees with clear roles, clear goals, clear development plans, and visible career paths within Deckers
• Identify and communicate key responsibilities and practices across functions to promote a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork across departments to achieve business results
• Infuse a mindset and practice of accountability, humility, exceptional service, and cooperation

Who You Are

• Thinks creatively and strategically as well as is able to manage execution
• Strong ability in brand campaign development
• Expertise in digital creative disciplines with a strong understanding of social, UX needs and how to optimize creative across channels.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) and presentation software (Keynote, PowerPoint) and competent in MS Office applications. Familiarity with project and asset management tools a plus.
• Experienced in retail marketing/creative
• Excellent communication and presentation skills that can be adapted for audiences across regions and at all levels of the organization
• Ability to anticipate project workload demands and scale resources by hiring freelancers as needed
• Ability to succeed in a matrix organization through influence, partnership and respect for shared and differing objectives.
• Highly motivated self-starter and team player
• Exhibits a high level of personal integrity, empathy, and respect for others

We’d love to hear from people with

• BA Graphic Design or relevant related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 16+ years’ experience in design and creative direction, including managing the photography art direction and cross channel expression for leading consumer brands
• Experience at the most senior creative leadership level in an in-house creative team or agency
• 8+ years practical experience leading a team of multidisciplinary creatives at varying levels of experience
• Fashion footwear and apparel industry preferred

What We'll Give You

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
   

$240,000-$250,000

The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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Job Summary
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks a Director of Academic Administration to join its Academic Affairs group. Academic Affairs supports the work of faculty, departments and students across all divisions. 

The Director of Academic Administration plays a central role in the establishment and application of academic policies, in the seamless operations of academic affairs at all levels, and in the compliance with contractual obligations. Directly reporting to the Provost, the Director ensures that divisional course allocations, staffing, leaves, and all matters related to faculty professional lives occur according to institutional priorities and accreditation requirements, and that they are systemically organized in an effective manner. The Director works collaboratively with other members of the Academic Affairs leadership team to translate curricular requirements into administrative tasks and to operationalize them for various constituencies at the institution. Because of the direct and frequent work with faculty, the Director holds deep knowledge of the collective bargaining agreements and participates in labor-relation conversations, as well as the articulation of various memoranda.

We seek a culturally competent candidate who will thrive in a campus environment and who is committed in all areas they oversee to actively advancing the principles of social equity and inclusion, justice, and equal access to resources and opportunities.

Applications received by February 26, 2024 will have first consideration.

Essential Functions:  
1. Contracts & Compliance
●    Responsible for administrating faculty hiring and for ensuring and maintaining accurate faculty employment and compensation records and ensuring alignment with HR for compliance matters. Issue adjunct contracts and prepare information for payroll. Troubleshoot pay issues independently or in concert with campus partners, as needed.
●    Direct the production and related paper and digital student evaluations of faculty for each term of the academic year including the distribution of communication to faculty, students, and academic leadership. Ensure archiving of paper and digital evaluations and periodic purges of those no longer relevant in accordance with internal processes, including but not limited to the Bargaining Agreement.
●    Serve as a resource for faculty and academic staff negotiations as needed. Serve as a resource relative to faculty issues for various offices on campus in accordance with collective bargaining obligations, institutional policies and processes.

●    May provide documentation for and liaise with internal partners or external legal counsel regarding employment visas and permanent resident status for faculty. 

2. Administrative Systems
●    In collaboration with academic leadership, internal subject matter experts and with knowledge of best practices, review, evaluate and lead process reengineer efforts to simplify, streamline and ensure compliance with a range of operational processes.
●    Coordinate course tables used for year-long curriculum and budget planning. Liaise with departments, divisions, and the office of the Registrar to set up and maintain course information in RISD’s system(s) of record and to produce course announcements.
●    Acquire and maintain a deep understanding of Workday and related academic processes to ensure efficient and accurate workstreams, business processes, and tasks. Partners with ITS and internal subject matter experts to lead and ensure systems function as intended. Identify and recommend opportunities for improvement or efficiency and implement as approved. 
●    Implement faculty promotions, salary reviews, sabbaticals, and other leaves in Workday. Prepare for new academic year by completing testing, auditing, and documentation of processes and actively engaging with HR Partners.
 
3. Training, Orientation, and Education
●    In collaboration with academic leadership, provide group orientations including but not limited to, dossier workshop and contract orientation and a range of other onboarding topics to provide faculty, and academic staff, and leaders with necessary tools that enable successful performance of their duties.   
●    Fact check Faculty, Department Head, and Graduate Student Instructor handbooks annually. Consult with the Associate Provost on content to be updated, removed, and/or developed.

4. Data and Reporting
●    Ensure academic data is available, reportable, shareable with offices on campus charged with data oversight and management. In partnership with the Academic Budget office, provide information for academic planning, including but not limited to faculty searches, etc. 
 
5. Committee on Faculty Appointments
●    With a high degree of confidentiality, oversee and manage the process for RISD’s Committee on Faculty Appointments, including but not limited to the creation of faculty dossier sites and distribution of correspondence following CFA decisions.
 
Required Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Experience with personal computers with word processing, spreadsheet and database software required.

• Ability to use and leverage technology and platforms for information and administrative management in support of problem-solving and decision-making.

• Experience facilitating immigration and visa applications and liaising with immigration counsel and representatives.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise with a variety of constituents – both academic and administrative.

• Strong organizational skills and excellent writing skills.  Ability to help interpret academic projects and research needs and to translate these needs into budgetary systems.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where confidentiality and discretion is required.  

• Knowledgeable with proven experience working with a diverse group of individuals and a demonstrated ability to provide leadership in enhancing an atmosphere promoting diversity and inclusion.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Seven to ten years’ experience administering, interpreting and implementing bargaining unit contracts and academic policies to ensure compliance and consistency with at least three years providing supervision and or guidance to other academic support staff.  

 
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems preferred. 

Union:

No

Work Schedule:

35 hours per week; 12 months per year

Employment Status:

Full-time; Exempt; Regular

Grade:

555EX

Work Modality

Hybrid Eligible

Documents Needed to Apply:

Resume (Required)

Cover Letter (Required)

Salary Grade Structure

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.

The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.

RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.