Creative Director – Partnerships, Collectibles

Crocs, Inc.

Creative Director at Crocs, Inc. leading creative direction for partnerships and collectibles with collaborative storytelling.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeBroomfield • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $155,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define the creative direction for partnerships and collectibles, ensuring collaboration feels balanced and brand-right
Develop concepts that harmonize two brands, creating something new
Oversee creative across campaigns, film, photography, packaging, e-commerce, and retail environments
Translate partnership strategy into compelling narratives driving cultural relevance and consumer excitement
Shape how collaborations come to life through packaging, collectibles, and in-hand experiences
Guide a multidisciplinary team across art direction, design, and copy, setting a high bar for both thinking and execution
Collaborate with Marketing, Product, Merchandising, and external collaborators to align creative with business and cultural opportunity
Ensure all outputs reflect a high level of quality, cohesion, and attention to detail
Manage multiple partners, timelines, and expectations while maintaining creative clarity
Communicate ideas and creative direction confidently to internal leadership and external partners
Bring awareness of trends, collaborators, and cultural movements to identify meaningful partnership opportunities
Stay curious and open to innovation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
At least 10+ years of experience in creative roles across brand, agency, or in-house teams
At least 3+ years leading and developing creative teams
Strong experience in brand collaborations, partnerships, or cultural marketing
Proven ability to lead work across campaigns, packaging, retail, and digital touchpoints
Expert-level art direction, design, and or copywriting skills
Strong storytelling and concept development abilities
Experience working with external partners, collaborators, and talent
Ability to manage complex projects with multiple collaborators
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to craft across all outputs
Understanding of consumer insights, trends, and cultural dynamics.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision coverage
life and AD&D insurance
short and long-term disability coverage
paid time off
employee assistance programs
participation in a 401k program with company match
flexible schedule

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Hard Skills & Tools

art directiondesigncopywritingstorytellingconcept developmentcampaign managementpackaging designretail marketingdigital marketingcultural marketing

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationleadershipattention to detailproject managementcreative directioninnovationtrend awarenessteam developmentpresentation skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree