Associate Director - Creative Design IN

Associate Director - Studio Director - IN The Studio Director will oversee the operational and creative workflow of the studio, ensuring seamless production processes and effective team management. This role requires establishing robust tracking systems, managing artist capacity, collaborating with creative leadership on prioritization, and maintaining quality standards for all design deliverables. The Studio Director will serve as a key liaison in TIAA GC operations and strategic planning. Key Responsibilities and Duties Create and maintain an agency-wide job tracking system to monitor project status, timelines, and resource allocation. High degree of proficiency with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat Manage workflow and capacity planning for production artists to optimize productivity and meet deadlines. Traffic projects to TIAA CCs, microsite teams, data teams, and print team resources, ensuring proper coordination and resource allocation Collaborate with the Creative Director to establish and communicate daily and weekly priorities across the studio.  Provide design specifications and guidelines for upload to print files, ensuring accuracy and quality control Lead team development, mentoring, and capacity building initiatives Educational Requirements University (Degree) Preferred Work Experience 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred Career Level 9PL Related Skills Audience-focused Communication, Audience Insights, Builds Visual Materials, Content Development, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Copywriting, Creative Thinking, Customer-Focused Campaign Development, Delivers On-Product Marketing Strategies, Digital Design, Innovation, Marketing Writing Effectiveness, Messaging Effectiveness _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Company Overview TIAA Global Capabilities was established in 2016 with a mission to tap into a vast pool of talent, reduce risk by insourcing key platforms and processes, as well as contribute to innovation with a focus on enhancing our technology stack. TIAA Global Capabilities is focused on building a scalable and sustainable organization , with a focus on technology , operations and expanding into the shared services business space.   Working closely with our U.S. colleagues and other partners, our goal is to reduce risk, improve the efficiency of our technology and processes and develop innovative ideas to increase throughput and productivity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. TIAA does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. Our Culture of Impact At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger. Accessibility Support TIAA offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you are a U.S. applicant and desire a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application please use one of the below options to contact our accessibility support team:  Phone: (800) 842-2755 Email: accessibility.support@tiaa.org Privacy Notices For Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in US (other than California), click here. For Applicants of TIAA, Nuveen and Affiliates residing in California, please click here. For Applicants of TIAA Global Capabilities, click here. For Applicants of Nuveen residing in Europe and APAC, please click here.