Creative Director

Job Title: Creative Director

Hybrid: Washington based applicants only

Location: Seattle, Washington

Reports To: Managing Director

Compensation: $145,000 - $185,000

Job Type: Full time (FTE)

We are Design Citizen; a human-centered talent agency working with organizations to create innovative, inclusive, and sustainable business solutions through design.

Our creative agency client is looking for a Creative Director who will lead the creative team in developing impactful and innovative concepts that align with brand identity. Ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about elevating the craft of ideation, creative execution, and innovation. The role requires leadership in brainstorming sessions, mentoring direct reports, and managing creative strategy and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Creative Team in producing compelling, cohesive concepts that align with brand voice.
• Oversee the end-to-end execution of creative projects across advertising, video, and campaigns.
• Continuously monitor global trends in culture, entertainment, and technology to inspire creative direction.
• Stay informed about the latest industry advancements and technological innovations.
• Provide logical and creative justification for all design and concept choices.
• Lead brainstorming sessions and encourage team contribution to creative ideation.
• Collaborate effectively across departments and with multidisciplinary teams.
• Draft and align creative briefs and strategic plans with internal teams.
• Conduct creative briefing sessions with strategists and cross-functional leads.
• Manage multiple deadlines simultaneously with a keen attention to detail.
• Deliver projects aligned with strategic objectives, budget constraints, and timelines.
• Confidently present creative work to internal teams and clients.
• Direct and oversee multiple creative teams across various projects.
• Mentor and develop team members, holding regular 1:1s and guiding their career growth.
• Attend on-site shoots to ensure the creative vision is realized in production.
• Independently handle client relationships and provide strategic creative direction.
• Cultivate strong client relationships to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Independently manage large-scale campaigns and resolve challenges efficiently.
• Actively contribute to building a positive team culture and navigating organizational changes.

Qualifications:

• 8-10+ years of experience in a creative agency environment.
• 3-5+ years managing creative teams.
• Strong conceptual thinker with a distinct point of view on creative solutions.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud suite.
• Deep understanding of what drives successful marketing and advertising creative.
• Excellent communicator with a talent for visual and verbal presentations.
• Skilled writer capable of developing content and presentation decks for diverse audiences.
• Inspirational leader who is passionate about mentoring and guiding creative teams.
• Proven success in leading teams through impactful activations.

At Design Citizen, we believe that equitable and inclusive design can only be achieved through diverse teams that strive to represent our national fabric. We are a proud Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability.

To learn more about us visit our site here:

https://www.designcitizen.com/