Creative Manager
Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.
art direction
brand toolkit
asset design
brand standards
team coaching
external coordination
● Work with individuals across a variety of teams to develop creative solutions for our company, partners, and clients
● Coordinate with external agencies, freelancers, or production partners as needed
● Coach and mentor graphic designers and other marketing teammates
● Provide art direction on photoshoots, construction jobsites and other shoots
● Ensure all creative assets align with the company's strategic goals and vision
● Provide best practices and encourage creativity with all marketing team members, staying abreast of and applying design trends
● Develop and maintain a centralized brand toolkit and asset library for internal and external use
● Design a wide range of creative assets and offer creative insights on a variety of internal and external initiatives and campaigns – including social media, email campaigns, direct mail, branded merchandise, event materials, infographics, motion graphics and more
● Manage and maintain company brand standards, ensuring graphic elements are consistently applied across all internal and external mediums
● Attend company events and represent the firm at industry events as needed
adobe suite
wordpress
premiere pro
after effects
bachelor's
5+ years
● You have routinely worked with third-party vendors and have experience preparing creative files for web and large-format printing
● You have 5+ years of graphic design experience
● You have a strong creative portfolio showcasing expertise in branding, design systems, and campaign-worthy work across various media
● You have management and/or mentorship experience
● You can navigate Adobe PremierPro, Adobe After Effects, and WordPress
● We use Monday.com (project management), WordPress (website), and Open Asset (digital asset management), so it would be fantastic if you already know those tech tools.
● ¿Hablas español? We routinely translate our copy into Spanish. If you can write or QC Spanish content, that would be outstanding!
● You thrive in both an independent and collaborative environment
● You are an absolute rockstar in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
● You have familiarity with video production, motion graphics, and web design
● You hold a Bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, visual communications, or a related discipline
We're currently searching for a Creative Manager to join our marketing team. This role bridges high-level brand governance with day-to-day creative execution, requiring a keen eye for design, application of digital and traditional media, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across a diverse business ecosystem.
● You dabble in video editing and motion graphics and/or have experience collaborating with video editors to create impactful motion graphics
● You understand marketing funnels, digital platforms, and content strategy
Benefits● Casual and professional work environment
● Paid overtime
● 401(k) and financial health education
● Paid training and continuing education
● Know about civil construction, too? Double bonus!
● Paid time off (PTO)
● Wellness program
Location: This team member will work out of the Kansas City, MO office located in the River Market district. Other office locations would be considered. Some regional travel may be required, including a few overnight stays here and there. ESS offers a comprehensive and competitive package including access to top-notch tech tools and flex time.
● Referral bonus program
● Leadership and training programs
● Know a little about the A/E/C industry already? Bonus!
● Comprehensive health benefits and insurance
● Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
● Apprenticeship programs
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1972
Company Origins
The company was founded in 1972 with a single piece of equipment.
100%
Employee-Owned Company
The company has been fully employee-owned since 1999, fostering a culture of ownership and excellence.
- Evolved into a super-regional heavy civil contractor operating across multiple Midwestern states.
- Executes complex infrastructure work—excavation, grading, bridge construction, paving, underground utilities—for public and private clients.
- Maintains a massive fleet of heavy equipment and leverages advanced techniques like stringless paving and hydro excavation.
- Serves a broad client base including federal agencies, state DOTs, municipalities, railroads, airports, developers—and the U.S. military.
- Typically undertakes fast-track, turnkey civil projects, completing hundreds of jobs annually.
- Standout innovation: applies chemical rock fracturing and bridge-sliding methods to tackle challenging sites.
- People-first approach drives the pursuit of best-in-class experiences with employee ownership at its core.
- A commitment to changing lives through employee ownership and transforming communities through infrastructure development.
- Long-term relationships are built and invested in, with accountability as key partners among employees, clients, and local communities.
- Inspired by employee ownership, leaders and innovators are dedicated to delivering excellence in every project.
- Safety, quality, and speed of delivery are central priorities, with a focus on advancing what is achievable through collaboration.
- Operate ESS Green Infrastructure affiliate to own and manage a wetland and stream mitigation bank for offsetting environmental impacts and ensuring compliance.
- In‑house environmental experts provide permitting guidance, wetland/stream restoration, and mitigation construction to deliver strategic value.
2,335 Participants
ESOP Participants
This represents the total number of employees participating in the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) across ESS and affiliates.
63% Field Wealth Creation
Millionaires Club Representation
A significant portion of the millionaire employee-owners are actively engaged in field roles, demonstrating the company's commitment to wealth creation opportunities for field employees.
