In-Studio Creative Design Manager

H.E.B.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

H-E-B is seeking a visionary Manager of Creative Design to champion our brand identity and drive innovation across all marketing and non-digital print touchpoints. You will lead a team of designers, set compelling concepts, and serve as the guardian of our brand, pushing boundaries while mentoring top talent.

We want a player-coach who nurtures growth, provides candid feedback, and ensures quality and customer-focused results.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in graphic design with brand identity and art direction.
• Leadership or management experience.
• Mentorship and feedback skills.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud and print production.

Responsibilities

• Drive art direction and concepts for brand across print and physical touchpoints.
• Coach and cultivate creativity within the design team.
• Provide honest, growth-oriented feedback to accelerate professional development.
• Protect and evolve brand consistency across platforms.
• Collaborate with marketing strategy, content, studio, and production teams.

Skills

Graphic design

Brand identity

Leadership

Mentorship

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Responsibilities

About the Role

We are looking for a visionary and hands‑on Manager of Creative Design t o champion our brand identity and drive creative innovation across all marketing and non-digital, print, and physical touchpoints.

In this role, you won't just manage projects-you will lead a team of creative designers, shape compelling concepts, and serve as the ultimate guardian of our brand. We are looking for a player‑coach who loves to push creative boundaries, mentor top‑tier talent, and provide honest, growth‑oriented feedback that inspires designers to do the best work of their careers.

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources-People-drove the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

What You'll Do:

• Drive Art Direction & Concepts: Act as the creative compass for our brand, leading high‑level concept development and art direction for print, promotional, store collateral, and physical experiences.
• Coach, Push, and Cultivate Creativity: Foster a thriving, forward‑thinking team culture. Challenge your designers to take calculated risks, explore fresh visual narratives, and continuously elevate their craft.
• Give Honest, Growth‑Oriented Feedback: Provide transparent, constructive, and encouraging feedback that accelerates professional growth, sharpens strategic thinking, and builds creative confidence.
• Protect & Evolve the Brand: Brand steward, ensuring absolute visual integrity and consistency across every platform while finding smart ways to keep the brand modern and relevant.
• Collaboration: Partnering seamlessly with different teams in marketing, including strategy, content, copywriters, studio, and production teams, to deliver exceptional work on time.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: 5+ years of graphic design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing high-end brand identity, art direction, and non-digital/print campaigns; previous leadership or management experience required.
• Conceptual & Artistic Mastery: A proven track record of translating high‑level strategy into striking, thumb‑stopping visual concepts.
• A Passion for Mentorship: A natural coach who takes pride in developing talent, nurturing creativity, and giving clear, actionable feedback.
• Technical Fluency: Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and a solid understanding of pre-press, print production specs, and material finishes.