Creative Director

ARTISAN; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative staffing agency is seeking a Creative Director to provide strategic direction across various marketing and creative projects in a regulated industry. This contract role requires strong leadership, creativity, and a deep understanding of design principles to drive successful outcomes while managing a talented team. The candidate should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and be proficient in leading creative teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a creative leadership role.
• Expertise in branding, campaign development, and creative execution.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage the creative team from concept to completion of projects.
• Collaborate with account services to meet client needs.
• Lead cross-functional creative efforts spanning design and marketing.

Skills

Leadership

Creative Vision

Collaboration

Strategic Mindset

Design Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, communications

Job description

You’re ready for your next big opportunity, but where do you start searching for digital, creative, and marketing jobs? You’ve come to the right place. We’re a creative staffing agency that wants the best for you and your career. For starters, our entire team of experts will always have your back.

Creative Director Contract Remote Ref #: 49685 Industry: Marketing and Advertising

Our Client is seeking a Creative Director to provide strategic leadership and hands-on direction across a broad range of marketing and creative projects in a regulated industry. This role is ideal for someone with a strong design background, sharp strategic instincts, and a passion for delivering creative that performs. The ideal candidate brings dynamic leadership, deep industry experience, and an ability to collaborate across functions while inspiring teams and clients alike.

You Will:

• Manage the creative team from concept to completion of projects, offering strong leadership and a clear creative vision
• Collaborate closely with account services partners to ensure client needs are met and creative goals align with business strategy
• Lead cross-functional creative efforts spanning design, multimedia, production, and marketing within the overarching strategic vision
• Apply a strategic mindset to projects, delivering creative work that is visually compelling and performance-driven
• Maintain hands-on knowledge of design tools, platforms, and creative applications while mentoring team members
• Participate in strategy meetings to evaluate client goals and help grow client relationships
• Build trusted client relationships and represent the agency as a thought leader in external meetings and creative presentations
• Provide creative direction aligned with each client’s goals and objectives
• Oversee project timelines and assignments across the creative team to ensure high-quality execution and resource alignment
• Lead brainstorming sessions to develop creative campaigns tailored to client needs
• Define project scopes, estimate hours, and develop proposals as needed
• Drive and participate in client presentations and new business pitches, leading the creative team with confidence
• Champion innovation and consistently bring new ideas and creative energy to the team
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Creative Director to deliver world-class creative and influence the long-term vision
• Proactively identify new opportunities, set your own direction, and take initiative to move projects forward without waiting for instruction
• Perform other duties as assigned

Our Client is seeking a Creative Director to provide strategic leadership and hands-on direction across a broad range of marketing and creative projects in a regulated industry. This role is ideal for someone with a strong design background, sharp strategic instincts, and a passion for delivering creative that performs. The ideal candidate brings dynamic leadership, deep industry experience, and an ability to collaborate across functions while inspiring teams and clients alike.

You Will:

• Manage the creative team from concept to completion of projects, offering strong leadership and a clear creative vision
• Collaborate closely with account services partners to ensure client needs are met and creative goals align with business strategy
• Lead cross-functional creative efforts spanning design, multimedia, production, and marketing within the overarching strategic vision
• Apply a strategic mindset to projects, delivering creative work that is visually compelling and performance-driven
• Maintain hands-on knowledge of design tools, platforms, and creative applications while mentoring team members
• Participate in strategy meetings to evaluate client goals and help grow client relationships
• Build trusted client relationships and represent the agency as a thought leader in external meetings and creative presentations
• Provide creative direction aligned with each client’s goals and objectives
• Oversee project timelines and assignments across the creative team to ensure high-quality execution and resource alignment
• Lead brainstorming sessions to develop creative campaigns tailored to client needs
• Define project scopes, estimate hours, and develop proposals as needed
• Drive and participate in client presentations and new business pitches, leading the creative team with confidence
• Champion innovation and consistently bring new ideas and creative energy to the team
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Creative Director to deliver world-class creative and influence the long-term vision
• Proactively identify new opportunities, set your own direction, and take initiative to move projects forward without waiting for instruction
• Perform other duties as assigned

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in a creative leadership role
• A bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, communications, or a related field
• Proven ability to lead a team of creatives and drive successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment
• A strong foundation in design with expertise in branding, campaign development, and creative execution across media
• Experience translating marketing objectives into compelling copy and visual design solutions
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to team success as well as agency-wide goals
• A deep understanding of the campaign lifecycle, ensuring work stays on schedule and meets client expectations
• A background in direct response advertising and performance marketing with demonstrated results
• Knowledge of financial services or corporate marketing environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a calm, organized approach
• Experience supervising creative teams, including direct management of 2–3 reports
• Working knowledge of communications disciplines including advertising, media, PR, print and digital design, web strategy, and project management

Logistics:

• Start Date/Duration: Starting ASAP
• Hours/Week: Overflow & Special Projects (Sporadic Freelance Work, <10 Hours per Week)
• Onsite/Offsite: Remote working roughly ET or CT hours (*Must be based in the US)
• Laptop/Software Requirements: Working on your own Laptop & Software
• Background Check: Yes
• Salary/Rate : $50-$60/Hour

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