Director, Creative

DEPT®•New York, NY

6h•$138,400 - $175,600•Remote

About The Position

As Director, Creative, you are the visionary leader driving high-concept, brand-defining creative across all touchpoints. This role centers on brand strategy, the end-to-end development and execution of integrated campaigns, and breakthrough content development. You will relentlessly elevate client challenges into industry-leading solutions, nurturing a world-class team and ensuring the work not only meets but shapes cultural relevance and delivers exceptional business value. A key priority for this role is championing the "AI-forward" mindset—integrating emerging AI tools into our creative workflows to push the boundaries of what is possible. As a key member of the Creative Department, you will collaborate closely with craft leadership to ensure the integrity of our world-class work, drive successful client relationships, and contribute to the growth and expansion of the team.

Requirements

8+ years in agency or startup environments, with a proven track record of navigating complex organizations.
Exceptional ability to inspire diverse teams, foster a positive culture, and mentor others through strategic vision and empathy.
Mastery of visual design, branding, content, and typography, balanced with a deep curiosity for emerging technologies and diverse creative challenges.
Expert presenter and public speaker capable of articulating technical and strategic concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
Skilled at building long-term partnerships with clients, vendors, and internal teams through high-level interpersonal skills.
AI Initiative: Deep experience in adapting and implementing AI tools within creative workflows to drive efficiency and innovation.
Proactive, self-motivated strategist who remains optimistic and decisive under tight deadlines and in changing environments.
High attention to detail regarding process efficiency, goal setting, and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Technical Familiarity: Proficiency or hands-on experience with Weavy, Gemini, and Jasper is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

Translate business goals and brand strategy into actionable design principles and world-class digital experiences.
Lead cross-functional teams with empathy, fostering a culture of mentorship, high standards, and creative experimentation.
Drive workshops and presentations for high-level stakeholders, aligning complex goals with clear experience outcomes.
Oversee large-scale projects—from branding and content to websites—ensuring they exceed expectations, hit budgets, and meet deadlines.
Partner with strategy and product teams to streamline workflows and influence executive decision-making.
Nurture world-class design talent and provide strategic insights for hiring and growth.
Leverage an entrepreneurial spirit and cultural trends to deliver innovative, results-driven creative execution.
Solve problems proactively in low-process environments, maintaining a clear point of view and a commitment to craft.