Vice President of Creative Services

• Champion creative excellence by aligning inspiration with business objectives and brand strategy
• Oversee design concepting, feasibility, and execution to ensure creative integrity through production
• Lead or co-lead client presentations and concept discussions, fostering clarity and confidence in creative direction
• Mentor and empower designers to grow their leadership and presentation capabilities
• Engage regularly in design reviews and critiques to promote quality, collaboration, and innovation
• Evolve Thysse’s brand standards as they apply to environmental and facilities branding
• Oversee Creative Services operations through a lens of collaboration, clarity, and continuous improvement
• Partner with Finance and Business Analytics to strengthen forecasting, estimating accuracy, and profitability
• Support Business Development with creative positioning, proposals, and strategic client partnerships
• Collaborate with production and vendor teams to confirm feasibility, maintain quality, and identify opportunities for efficiency and innovation
• Lead regular cross-department check-ins to review project status, identify bottlenecks, and improve workflow alignment
• Review major estimates, pricing strategies, and vendor partnerships to ensure clarity and value
• Conduct post-project reviews with internal and external partners to identify insights and strengthen client satisfaction
• Build a culture rooted in trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Coach and mentor creative talent to grow both technical and leadership capability
• Define clear roles, expectations, and performance metrics that balance accountability with creative freedom
• Identify training and development opportunities to expand team depth and expertise
• Encourage innovation while maintaining consistency and excellence in design and delivery

• Bachelor’s degree in a creative field preferred
• 10+ years in creative leadership roles with progressive responsibility
• Proven experience blending creative direction with operational and financial oversight
• Strong understanding of project management software, estimating, and invoicing processes
• Experience in environmental or experiential graphic design a plus
• Visionary creative leadership paired with strategic and brand-thinking capability
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and foster collaboration across departments
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Skilled in developing efficient processes and managing complex projects
• Data-informed decision-maker with a focus on quality, timelines, and profitability
• Adaptable, approachable, and comfortable leading through change

Experience in environmental or experiential graphic design a plus