Executive Creative Director

Blackbird Recruiting; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackbird Recruiting is seeking a Creative Director to lead the visual direction for our fast-growing ecommerce brand in Montvale, NJ. You will own the creative pipeline from concepting to delivering assets for Amazon, website, and social channels.

You will guide brand look, direct shoots, oversee edits, and collaborate with marketing on campaigns, ensuring high-quality visuals that drive sales. This role is on-site in Montvale.

Qualifications

• Experience in creative direction and eCommerce content creation.
• Knowledge of Amazon listings, A+ content, and marketplace visuals.
• Ability to guide photographers, editors and designers.
• Strong communication and project management skills in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative vision for product imagery and brand visuals.
• Coordinate between Amazon operations and the photographer for marketplace needs.
• Plan and direct product photo shoots including angles and lighting.
• Oversee editing, retouching, and asset delivery for various channels.
• Build and maintain brand guidelines and visual standards.
• Review Amazon listings to optimize visuals for CTR and conversions.
• Collaborate with marketing on campaigns and seasonal launches.
• Manage creative timelines, workflows, and quality control.
• Stay updated on Amazon trends and best practices.
• Ensure output is high-quality and aligned with brand strategy.

Skills

Creative direction

Product photography

eCommerce content creation

Leadership

Project management

Tools

Photoshop

Lightroom

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Creative Director

Salary: $70,000–$100,000

Location: Montvale, NJ (On‑site)

We’re looking for a Creative Director to lead the visual direction of our fast‑growing eCommerce brand. This role sits right between our Amazon operations team and our photographer/content studio, ensuring every product is presented with clean, modern, high‑impact visuals that drive sales.

About the Role

As our Creative Director, you’ll own the full creative pipeline: concepting, directing shoots, overseeing edits, and delivering polished assets for Amazon, our website, and social channels. You’ll guide the look and feel of our brand and make sure every product tells the right story.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative vision for product imagery, brand visuals, and digital content
• Act as the connector between Amazon operations and the photographer, ensuring all shoots meet marketplace needs
• Plan and direct product photo shoots, including angles, lighting, styling, and brand consistency
• Oversee editing, retouching, and final asset delivery for Amazon listings, A+ content, website, and social
• Build and maintain brand guidelines, style direction, and visual standards
• Review Amazon listings and optimize visuals for clarity, click‑through, and conversion
• Collaborate with marketing on campaigns, seasonal launches, and promotional content
• Manage creative timelines, workflows, and quality control
• Stay updated on Amazon trends, competitive visuals, and best practices
• Ensure all creative output is high‑quality, modern, and aligned with brand strategy

Requirements

• Experience in creative direction, product photography, or eCommerce content creation
• Experience with Amazon listings, A+ content, and marketplace visual standards
• Strong ability to guide photographers, editors, and designers
• Hands‑on skills with Photoshop, Lightroom, or similar tools
• Sharp eye for composition, lighting, branding, and consumer behavior
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume eCommerce environment