Agency Creative Lead- (Remote)

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.Position OverviewThe Agency Creative Lead, plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing our brand's creative vision. This position serves as the primary liaison between our internal creative team and external agency partners, ensuring seamless collaboration, alignment of objectives, and the delivery of high-quality creative solutions that drive business success.***This role will be titled "Lead Assoc Adv/Mktg" within our organization.***ResponsibilitiesLead, manage, and direct external agency teams responsible for producing advertising and marketing campaigns across digital, print, and social media channels for the organization. Oversee the writing, design, and production of a wide variety of creative assets, including banner ads, email campaigns, print collateral, and social content, ensuring campaign continuity and strict adherence to brand standards across all touchpointsDevelop clear, actionable creative briefs that communicate campaign objectives and brand positioning, enabling agencies to deliver targeted, effective workGuide agency concepts to ensure brand consistency, actively review, and provide constructive feedback throughout the creative process to drive high-quality resultsApprove creative assets to uphold brand guidelines, guaranteeing quality, consistency, and alignment with the organization’s standardsEnsure agency work aligns strategically with overall marketing and business goalsStay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to inspire creative innovation and maintain a competitive advantageFoster strong relationships with agency partners and ensure mutual accountabilityEnsure all creative output meets legal, regulatory, and compliance standardsQualifications/EducationBachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field10+ years of experience in creative direction, advertising, or agency management, with at least 3 years in a client/agency liaison roleExceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated artistic ability in developing creative and innovative concepts to differentiate Protective in the marketplaceStrong organizational and project management abilities with keen attention to detailKnowledge of creative development processes and brand management principlesProficiency in relevant creative tools and platforms is a plusAbility to meet deadlines and manage multiple high-visibility, high-urgency projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentStrong communication skills, including the ability to effectively present ideas - both verbally and visuallyKey AttributesStrategic thinker with a passion for creative excellenceCollaborative, diplomatic, and adaptable in fast-paced environmentsSolution-oriented with a proactive approach to overcoming obstaclesInspires teams and partners to exceed expectations#IND123Employee Benefits:We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email eric.hess@protective.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $99,500 to $126,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees.This position also offers additional incentive opportunities through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance.