Director, Creative Business Lead

Visa•San Francisco, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a visionary Global Brand Creative leader to help shape the future of creativity at Visa. This is not just another role—it’s an opportunity to be part of building one of the most forward-thinking global creative internal teams in the industry, driving work that inspires, connects, and defines culture for one of the most iconic brands in the world. You’ll join a passionate, ambitious, and collaborative global team united by a single mission - to make Visa the best way to pay and be paid—through creativity that moves people and transforms business. We’re looking for a business leader with both creative instinct and strategic depth—someone who can see the big picture while diving into the craft that makes ideas resonate. You might come from an agency background or an in-house creative studio, but what defines you is your ability to lead teams and ideas that win hearts, minds, and awards. You’ve helped shape campaigns that didn’t just sell products but shaped culture, inspired conversations, and set new standards for what great creative can do. In this role, you’ll drive Visa’s most high-profile global brand campaigns—from global sponsorships like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games, to the brand platforms that define Visa’s story across the world. You’ll guide the entire creative journey—from insight to idea to execution—ensuring every asset delivers both creative brilliance and strategic clarity. You’ll collaborate closely with some of the best creative minds—internally and externally—across strategy, production, and design to bring work to life at a global scale. We’re looking for someone who’s restlessly curious, always scanning culture and technology for what’s next. You’ll build, mentor, and inspire a team that thrives on innovation—pushing creative boundaries while maintaining an unwavering standard of excellence. And you’ll do it all with openness, collaboration, and genuine joy in the work. If you are an account/ brand business creative leader who believes in the power of ideas to influence culture, who thrives in dynamic, fast-moving environments, and who wants to help build something extraordinary from the inside out—Visa’s Global Creative Studio is where you belong.

Requirements

10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD
Experience in brand marketing, creative strategy, or account leadership within a top agency or in-house creative studio
Proven track record of leading large-scale integrated campaigns across digital, social, film,
Deep understanding of the global-to-local campaign development process, with strong knowledge of regional adaptation, creative toolkits, and rollout best practices
Expertise in managing agency relationships, creative workflows, production timelines, and cross-functional integration
Passionate about culture, storytelling, and creativity that delivers both emotional and business value
Comfortable operating between strategic oversight and hands-on execution
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills. Able to align and inspire teams around a shared creative vision

Nice To Haves

12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD
International / Global fluency and experience across other markets is a strong plus
Passion and knowledge on Sports and innovative platforms (music, sports, video games)
Experience leading campaigns that have driven outsized business results and won recognition in the industry.
Excellent people leader with proven ability to manage teams, the work, and influence outcomes in highly matrixed organizations with multiple stakeholders.
Ability to peruse, lead and manage senior stakeholders and big corporate models.

Responsibilities

Global Campaign Leadership Lead the full creative development process for Visa’s global brand campaigns and sponsorship activations—from business brief to global rollout.
Translate business goals into compelling creative strategies and integrated marketing campaigns that drive awareness, cultural relevance, and commercial impact.
Serve as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for assigned programs, defining RACIs, KPIs, and ensuring flawless execution across all phases - briefing, ideation, testing, production, toolkit development, deployment, and optimization.
Represent the Global Brand Creative team in all sponsorship forums, leading cross-functional alignment and collaboration.
Sponsorship & Innovation Programs Oversee the creative direction and execution of Visa’s marquee global sponsorships and innovation initiatives—including the FIFA World Cup 2026, Emerging platforms/Partnerships, and the Olympic Games.
Drive the development of creative assets and toolkits that maintain global brand consistency while allowing regional adaptation.
Partner closely with sponsorship, experiential, PR, social, and influencer teams to deliver integrated, culture-driven campaigns that engage audiences worldwide.
Cross-Functional Partnership & Integration Collaborate with key partners across Brand Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Media, Sponsorships, Legal, Finance, and Production to orchestrate 360° campaign development.
Guide internal and external creative teams, agencies, and production partners to ensure creative excellence, strategic clarity, and operational efficiency.
Build trusted, productive relationships with regional and global leadership, acting as a connector across disciplines.
Operational & Financial Management Lead AOP planning, RFPs, and all program-related financial processes, including budgets, scopes of work, and vendor management.
Ensure campaigns are delivered on brief, on time, and within budget while maintaining Visa’s global creative standards.
Manage end-to-end toolkit delivery, ensuring scalability, adaptability, and consistency across markets.
Creative Excellence & Leadership Help us developing a new team in housing capabilities for VISA, this includes new processes, best in class workstreams, vision and structure for the future of a modern Brand development and Agency Ecosystem.
Lead by example by putting the craft into concepting, creating, rolling up your sleeves to do the work when necessary and inspiring others with clear guidance in art direction.
Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and creative excellence across all initiatives.
Serve as a strategic advisor and creative partner to senior leadership, driving bold ideas that elevate Visa’s brand positioning globally.
Inspire and mentor teams to push boundaries, stay ahead of trends, and craft work that moves culture forward.