Creative Director - Thinkingbox

Thinkingbox•Vancouver, BC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Thinkingbox is seeking a hands-on Creative Director to join their Toronto team. This role will lead the development of integrated digital and experiential campaigns. The ideal candidate is a strong creative leader passionate about design, storytelling, and craft, who excels at shaping ideas from concept through execution. The Creative Director will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of designers, writers, strategists, and producers to create impactful, cross-channel work for both physical and digital spaces. Responsibilities include defining the creative vision, elevating the work, and ensuring all output is thoughtful, innovative, and executed to the highest standard.

Requirements

8+ years in a creative role
At least 3 years leading creative teams in an agency environment
Strong background in design with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant tools
Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation
Deep understanding of branding, storytelling, and user-centered design principles
Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative ideas and strategies to clients and internal stakeholders
Familiarity with the latest trends in digital marketing, experiential campaigns, and emerging technologies

Nice To Haves

Experience in digital design, experiential design, and motion graphics is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of designers and writers to deliver exceptional creative work.
Set the creative vision for projects and ensure alignment with client goals, brand standards, and strategic objectives.
Work closely with the Executive Creative Director and other Creative Directors to ensure creative cohesion across all projects.
Actively contribute to design work, creating concepts, visuals, and prototypes for digital and experiential campaigns.
Maintain a high standard of design and execution while staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Provide feedback and guidance to your team to refine and elevate their work.
Partner with the strategy team to develop insights-driven creative solutions that address client challenges.
Collaborate with production, development, and account teams to ensure seamless project execution from concept to delivery.
Present ideas and campaigns to clients, effectively communicating the creative vision and strategic rationale behind the work.
Oversee the creative process for digital and experiential projects, including websites, apps, AR/VR experiences, installations, activations, and more.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets.
Troubleshoot creative challenges and ensure work exceeds client expectations.