Creative QA Specialist | Creative & Media Team

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world. 

This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of Austin, TX to be considered.

About You

As the Creative QA Specialist, you will be part of a dedicated team ensuring the flawless delivery of a large amount of creative assets, including static banners, animations, and live-action video content in up to 60 languages (no knowledge of the languages required). Far beyond traditional proofreading, you will review content, visual elements, and audio (such as voiceover and sound), and check for alignment with brand guidelines.

Collaborating closely with other departments on the creative team, this role involves meticulous and repeated review at various stages throughout the life of a multitude of projects, to catch layout issues, grammar and style inconsistencies, as well as brand misalignment across multiple brands. You will also check translation documents for consistency, and verify final deliverables against project briefs.

Ideal candidates have experience in creative quality assurance (preferably in an agency), excellent proofreading skills, familiarity with Chicago and AP grammar styles, and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines. Strong communication skills, solid time management, and a collaborative spirit are essential to success in this role.

What you’ll do

• Performing quality assurance reviews on all digital assets/deliverables, including static banners, social media animation, and presentation decks
• Ensuring that all deliverables are consistent with brand standards and guidelines
• Keeping in close communication with PMs to ensure all deliverables are on track
• Keeping up to date on and adhering to QA best practices across different platforms

What you’ll bring

• 3-5 years of experience, preferably in an agency environment (not required)
• Excellent proofreading skills (required)
• Excellent analytical skills
• Knowledge of Chicago and AP grammar styles
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal skills in both individual and group settings
• Ability to identify layout issues of individual projects and work quickly
• and independently to provide critical feedback when necessary
• Adoption of Creative team’s communication and project management tools

 Additional things that will impress us:

• Experience using a DAM
• Experience with project management tools
• Experience in a performance marketing agency a plus (not required) 

Proficiency in the following programs/tools:

• Dropbox and Google Drive
• Google Suite (Slides, Sheets, Docs)
• Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our  benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary range for this position is $74,300 - $90,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible. 

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. 

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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