Creative Director

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Executive health benefits

Budget for professional development

Opportunity to shape branding and futu

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead creative initiatives in East London. You will shape the overall vision, guide designers, content creators, and strategists, and elevate the brand’s aesthetic and impact.

The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on oversight, requiring a strong portfolio and deep understanding of visual storytelling across media. Hybrid work and executive-level responsibility are core features.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in a creative role, with at least 5 years in a leadership position (Creative Director/Art Director).
• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative work across media, Arts & Entertainment.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of design principles, branding, digital media, and content strategy.

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the creative vision and strategy for all projects and campaigns.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Oversee the development of creative concepts from ideation to final execution.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all creative deliverables.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and executive teams to align output with business objectives.
• Present creative work to stakeholders and justify design decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Presentation skills

Branding

Content strategy

Design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and inspiring Creative Director to lead their creative initiatives within the Arts & Entertainment sector in East London . You will be responsible for shaping the overall creative vision and direction, guiding teams of designers, content creators, and strategists to produce exceptional work. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to blend strategic leadership with hands-on creative oversight. The ideal candidate possesses a strong portfolio, a deep understanding of visual storytelling, and the ability to translate complex concepts into compelling creative outputs that resonate with target audiences. You will be instrumental in defining and elevating the brand's aesthetic and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the creative vision and strategy for all projects and campaigns.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Oversee the development of creative concepts, from initial ideation through to final execution.
• Ensure brand consistency and quality across all creative deliverables.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and executive teams to align creative output with business objectives.
• Present creative work to stakeholders and articulate the rationale behind design decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in a creative role, with at least 5 years in a leadership position (e.g., Creative Director, Art Director).
• A strong portfolio showcasing innovative and successful creative work across various media, particularly in Arts & Entertainment.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of design principles, branding, digital media, and content strategy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, teams, and deadlines effectively in a hybrid work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.
• Hybrid work model for optimal flexibility and productivity.
• Comprehensive executive-level health benefits.
• Generous budget for professional development and industry events.
• Opportunity to shape the creative future of a leading entertainment organization.