Lippincott - Director, Creative Technology

At Lippincott, we are in the business of developing new brands, products, services, and experiences to create meaning in customers’ lives. Our Experience, Innovation, and Engineering (EIE) team plays a pivotal role in working with clients to build creative solutions. On the EIE team at Lippincott our mission is to craft unparalleled digital experiences that not only engage but inspire. Specializing in creating next-level, immersive websites, apps, and pioneering in AI, VR & AR (XR), and spatial computing, we are looking for a visionary Director, Creative Technology, to be a part of our pioneering journey into the future of digital interaction.    

In this role, you will add value as an intuitive problem solver, constantly searching for new and innovative ways to shape a narrative through interactive technologies. You will be unique in your breadth of knowledge across creative tools and development environments. 

You will be an experimenter and an advocate for creating functional and well-built applications. You will work with capability teams across Lippincott’s Design and Strategy practices to solve problems in an impactful way and to envision and ship the best digital experiences. You will lead the development of immersive and engaging websites and applications, deeply experimenting with and inspiring clients using XR and spatial computing technologies. Your work will not only set new benchmarks in digital experiences but also push the boundaries of what is possible for our clients, blending the physical and digital worlds in unprecedented ways.    

Job Description:    

Innovate, ideate, and inspire   

• Experiment with AI XR and spatial computing to create groundbreaking digital experiences that inspire our clients and their audiences  

• Prototype and test new ideas rapidly, iterating based on user feedback to refine and perfect the user experience 

• Stay ahead of the curve on the latest technological advancements and trends in digital interaction, incorporating these insights into our projects to maintain our leadership in the digital innovation space 

• Serve as a thought leader in the company, sharing knowledge and insights on emerging technologies and best practices in immersive digital experience 

Build solutions    

• Lead the development and execution of innovative web projects, ensuring they are immersive, engaging, and push the limits of current web technologies while delivering high-quality, performant, and scalable experiences 

• Provide clear direction and timely feedback to development team members internally (i.e. code reviews, coding guidelines) as well as to external vendor partners to keep work on budget, on schedule, and of the highest quality 

• Collaborate with internal cross-disciplinary teams, including designers, developers, and project managers, to ensure design intent is realized and to provide technical guidance to all levels both internally and with our clients  

• Engage with clients to understand their needs and vision, translating complex technical concepts into compelling narratives that align with their objectives  

• Define functional requirements, provide expert guidance on development via deep subject matter knowledge in full-stack architecture, platform integrations, API and data integration, scalability, maintainability, and performance  
   

 Nurture client relationships  

• Participate in new business engagements as a technical expert  

• Be a trusted client partner with an eye towards identifying opportunities for Lippincott to continuously add value to our clients through extension work   

• Participate in the creation and facilitation of educational client and internal workshops and training sessions  

• Demonstrate excellent presentation and communication skills particularly when describing technical work to a non-technical audience    

Who you are:   

Skills & qualifications   

• At least 8 years of experience in web development with a strong portfolio showcasing immersive, interactive websites and applications 

• At least 6 years of experience managing a team of contractors or vendors 

• Expertise in programming languages such as JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and familiarity with frameworks like Vue, React, and Angular    

• Strong skills and hands-on experience with XR and spatial computing technologies such as Unity and Apple ARKit 

• Solid understanding of 3D modeling and animation, with proficiency in software such as Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max 

• Solid understanding of deployment pipelines, and how to work with a DevOps team 

• Experience with website CMS platforms such WordPress, Drupal, or similar  

• SEO expertise is highly valued, but not required 

• Experience setting up and managing projects using tools such as Jira 

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, digital media, interaction design, or a related field is preferred  

• Outstanding communication skills, capable of presenting ideas and prototypes effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders 

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to lead projects from conception to completion under tight deadlines 

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and creativity in dealing with challenges related to production and business. 

• A passion for building brand experiences with bespoke solutions and websites 

• A love of technology and culture, as well as an interest in sharing your insights and knowledge with your teammates 

• Eagerness to rapidly build expertise on new businesses and industry verticals 

• Proactive, comfortable with ambiguity, and flexible in the face of shifting client needs due to the rapidly changing nature of the technology space 

• Strong appreciation for the power of technology, fast culture and social media, and the role technology plays in elevating design and experience innovation 

• A commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of the latest technological advancements and trends  

About Lippincott

We have a passion for solving our clients’ toughest challenges with a proven combination of strategic rigor and design excellence. A pioneer since 1943, we have shaped some of the world’s most iconic brands and experiences.

We recognize the benefits of flexibility but also value the interactions that happen when we come together. In our hybrid working model, the expectation is that employees will be spending at least half of their time (50%) in their local office each month.

Who We Are, Together…

We embody key values that drive our culture. We demand better, reach higher, and expect more of ourselves and our colleagues. We demonstrate gratitude, offer support, and embrace optimism every day. We celebrate debate, discussion, disagreement, and feedback, with an open mind to new ways of thinking and doing. We act with passion, intention, and goodwill while building on and elevating everyone’s contributions and sharing in our collective success.

We want our people to feel heard, respected and valued through our words and actions – goals we can only achieve with a sustained commitment to inclusion, diversity and belonging. We seek the best and brightest ideas from a diverse representation of backgrounds and experiences because we know that’s what it takes to continuously push the boundaries, solve our clients’ most complex challenges, and foster an inspiring culture of rigorous creativity. We celebrate and leverage our differences and our commonalities so everyone feels safe, supported and encouraged to be wide open, to say “yes, and!” and to demand better of ourselves and one another. We aspire to be positive role models for inclusion at an individual level, corporate level, and societal level.

The applicable base pay for this role ranges from $130,000- $150,000 The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position will be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health benefits, 401K savings as well as employee assistance programs.

Lippincott is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions at Lippincott are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, national origin, age, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in locations where we operate. We are committed to promoting a workplace of which we can all be proud. ## Lippincott