Creative Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Creative Director who is able to interpret business requirements and client briefs quickly and translate them into elegant, creative solutions. Often working to tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects, the Creative Director must be skilled at overseeing a creative team (including but not limited to visualizers, copywriters, content strategists, motion graphic artists, and designers). The Creative Director must be exceptional at pitching creative concepts to clients and company stakeholders, as well as communicating ideas and creating concepts for other team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Solutions:
  • Distill abstract business concepts and client needs into refined, elegant creative solutions.
  • Take responsibility for the creative vision and the standard of output across the team.
• Leadership & Supervision:
  • Lead, hire, develop, and inspire the creative team while managing multiple projects from conception to completion.
  • Oversee the consistency of all creative outputs/visuals with the overall brand identity.
  • Provide leadership, supervision, and people management across the creative team to ensure high-quality execution.
• Client Interaction & Presentations:
  • Confidently pitch ideas and present creative visions to clients.
  • Communicate effectively with both clients and internal team members, ensuring client requirements are met.
• Collaboration & Project Management:
  • Lead multiple projects and ensure timely delivery in collaboration with other team members and stakeholders.
  • Champion new ideas and take risks while asking the right questions to improve overall creativity.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Education:
  • A fine arts degree (preferred) or an undergraduate degree in graphic design, visual communication, typography, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience:
  • Five or more years of creative direction experience, especially in digital product solutions.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with award-winning experience in creative direction.
• Skills & Expertise:
  • Ability to work with clients to understand detailed requirements and create a creative vision that matches their briefs.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading and developing creative teams.
  • Fluency in art history, design, photography, and visual arts, with a strong understanding of current social, cultural, and political trends.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate creative visions, concepts, and ideas to stakeholders and clients.
  • Ability to synthesize abstract ideas into concrete design implications and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with receiving feedback and constructive criticism, with a willingness to adjust based on input.