Creative Design Manager

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Creative Design Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of creative concepts across multiple channels, including digital, print, and brand initiatives. This role manages and develops a team of designers, ensures alignment with brand and business objectives, and contributes to the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused creative work.

Reporting to the Creative Associate Director, the Creative Manager provides direction to the design team, supports the execution of creative strategy, and ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Direction & Execution

• Lead the development and execution of creative concepts across campaigns, digital, print, and brand initiatives
• Ensure creative output aligns with brand standards, customer expectations, and business objectives
• Provide design direction and contribute hands-on creative work.
• Review and approve creative deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency

People Leadership & Development

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of designers, including assigning work, setting priorities, and monitoring performance
• Provide regular feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and support employee development plans
• Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and talent development in partnership with leadership and Human Resources

Operational Management

• Plan, assign, and monitor project workload to ensure efficient use of team resources
• Manage timelines, priorities, and deliverables across multiple projects
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions to improve efficiency and quality
• Ensure adherence to established processes, workflows, and deadlines

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal stakeholders, including Marketing, Merchandising, and other business functions, to align on project objectives and deliverables
• Communicate project status, priorities, and risks to stakeholders in a timely manner
• Present creative concepts and deliverables to internal stakeholders as needed

Qualifications

Required

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field
• 8+ years of professional design experience
• 3+ years of experience supervising or leading creative professionals
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking

Preferred

• Experience in retail, consumer products, or customer-facing environments
• Experience supporting omnichannel campaigns

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Who We Are

Discover At Home, the Home Décor with endless aisles of must-have styles at prices so low you won't believe it. We are a dynamic, fast-paced retail brand with exciting career opportunities offering growth and a fun job you’ll love. We boast over 240 retail stores across 40 states, multiple distribution centers, and a modern corporate headquarters located in Coppell, TX. We have open positions that value imagination and diversity, giving people the opportunity to explore, grow, and help shape our future.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Home Office

• Must be able to remain stationary at a desktop workspace for extended periods of time.

• Ability to move about an office environment.

Summary Of Benefits

At Home is proud to offer competitive benefits for non-temporary positions, including but not limited to:

Part-Time

• 401(k) W/ Employer Match
• Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• 25% Store Discount (Seasonal TMs Included)

Full-Time – All Prior Benefits PLUS

• Medical Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Volunteer Time

ACCOMMODATIONS

If a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the hiring process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accomodations@athome.com

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NOTICE

When you’re a part of At Home, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit team. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.At Home is committed to knitting diversity and inclusion into the fabric of our culture – we respect, appreciate, and celebrate the experiences and qualities that differentiate everyone on the At Home team.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job and duties. Employees may be assigned additional duties and responsibilities.Employment remains at-will and nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship.