Job Description

SUMMARY The Creative Services Manager will oversee and execute creative aspects of marketing, public relations and branding initiatives for the Limelight Hotels, including design work and production. This role will collaborate with the Limelight Hotels Marketing team as well as the graphic designers from across the company. Stakeholders will include the operations and sales teams from across each hotel. There will be a roll out of a rebrand across the hotels that will need to be led and organized by this individual. The Creative Services Manager will lead the efforts through the use of Graphic Design, Photography, Videography and Project Management to support the guest journey. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS •    Manage creative strategies and tactics for each Limelight Hotel property marketing initiatives with a focus on supporting Sales, Events, Food + Beverage in addition to seasonal offerings including adventures, special events, etc.  •    Analyze media planning and trafficking of local print and digital ad campaigns •    Design digital media assets, advertisements, flyers, posters and other collateral as needed for sales, public relations, human resources and events •    Manage design of needed sales, events and food + beverage promotional pieces •    Manage design of rooms, guest services, housekeeping communication pieces •    Manage design vendors and agencies as needed •    Work with purchasing on identifying vendors able to produce collateral, branded items or promotional pieces •    Work with marketing and PR team to strategize, coordinate and oversee photo and video shoots. Shoot photographs in house when needed for specific design, marketing or PR need •    Lead design and production of marketing projects and brochures from concept to completion using outside agencies or creating internally •    Lead design and production of on-property, branded materials from concept to completion using outside agencies or creating internally •    Manage budget for design and production of marketing materials, special event collateral and work with internal departments to properly budget and expense branded guest supplies, etc.  •    Ensure brand integrity and style guidelines are maintained and adhered to in printed and electronic materials •    Manage distribution and inventory of collateral materials •    Understanding of media planning (print and digital) including analyzing results and ongoing optimization •    Assist marketing team on various projects and tasks when appropriate •    Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans •    Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others •    Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality; Works with integrity and ethically; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals •    Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Synthesizes complex or diverse information •    Project Management - Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget •    Ability to work autonomously - Highly motivated self-starter who is analytical, detail-oriented, and able to manage several projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment 

This role typically pays around $65,000, actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, and all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Qualifications

•    Must be 21 years of age or older  •    Bachelor's Degree required with preferred emphasis in graphic design  •    2+ years of experience interfacing with technology & product teams required  •    3+ years of corporate design experience, marketing focus preferred  •    5+ years of experience with graphic design in a related field required  •    Full proficiency in design programs including Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator •    Proficient in word processing, Power Point, etc. •    Copy writing and editing skills •    Ski resort or related travel and tourism experience a plus

Additional Information

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED  Supervision Given: This position has no supervisor responsibilities  Supervision Received: Works under general supervision of the Director of Marketing. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins.   

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS  •Ability to stand, type and sit at desk/computer for most of the work shift executing repetitive movements •No adverse or hazardous conditions   •Not required, but preferred to be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 lbs. individually or with assistance    

_The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen Skiing Company, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         _

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.  

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit aspensnowmass.com/jobs/benefits

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPENX, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about our policies as it relates to employee safety here