Senior Manager, Creative

TerraCycle

. Execute TerraCycle’s creative vision and strategy .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeTrenton • New Jersey • United StatesSenior💰 $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Adobe graphic design and UI design tools like Figma, with a strong ability to lead creative teams and manage multiple projects effectively. Proven track record in developing visual guidelines and executing high-visibility campaigns across digital and print mediums.

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Adobe Graphic DesignUI Design (Figma)Project ManagementLeadershipMotion Design (After Effects)

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Hard Skills

Graphic DesignUI DesignMotion DesignPrint Process KnowledgeVideo ProductionPhotography ProductionCreative StrategyDesign Brief EvaluationVisual Guidelines DevelopmentCampaign Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailMultitaskingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Creative SuiteFigmaAfter EffectsAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Creative VisionBrand StandardsDigital ContentPrint ContentStakeholder ManagementInternational Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute TerraCycle’s creative vision and strategy
Lead the North American creative team
Own top-tier strategic, executive, and high-external-visibility projects alongside the Creative Director
Pitch concepts to colleagues and managers
Manage and inspire in-house and freelance creatives
Critique ideas against business objectives
Coordinate concurrent projects with internal and marketing stakeholders and department heads
Ensure deadlines are met and sign off on work before presentation
Develop ideas for key-moment campaigns across TerraCycle products and services
Evaluate design briefs and hold stakeholders and creatives accountable for project success
Develop and maintain visual guidelines and brand standards globally
Design graphic content for print and digital, including web and social
Create UI wireframes and designs for priority projects
Use new tools and AI to elevate creative execution
Monitor creative industry innovations and help develop creative professionals
Make informed creative decisions based on commercial considerations
Build relationships across EU and APAC markets to elevate standards and maintain consistency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expert Adobe/graphic design skills in digital with knowledge of UI design tools i.e. Figma
Minimum 5-years’ experience working in a design agency or in-house
Good knowledge of the print process
Experience in motion design and After Effects
Knowledge in video & photography production (desirable)
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Great project management skills with high ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
Organized with an excellent level of attention to details
Applicants should upload their portfolio when applying
International candidates must be eligible to work in their country of employment
TerraCycle does not provide visa sponsorships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D insurance available after 30 days
401(k) plan with company match available after 30 days
22 PTO + 2 VTO + 9 paid holidays per year
Hybrid work schedule
Year-round Flex Fridays
Catered vegetarian lunch available in the office M-F
Casual office environment