Director, Creative

DEPT®

Director driving high-concept, brand-defining creative across touchpoints at DEPT®. Leading integrated campaigns and ensuring industry-leading solutions for clients.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeRemote • California, Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $138,400 - $175,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
401k plan, plus matching
PTO
Paid Company Holidays
Parental Leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

visual designbrandingcontenttypographyAI tools implementationcreative executionproject managementworkflow optimizationstrategic visionproblem-solving

Soft Skills

empathymentorshipinspirationpositive culturepublic speakinginterpersonal skillsself-motivationoptimismdecisivenessattention to detail