Manager, Creative Content Producer - Temp

Torrid; California; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrid is seeking a Manager, Creative Content Producer - Temp to lead brand storytelling and ensure a cohesive creative vision across all content. You will oversee seasonal storytelling, translate product and marketing priorities into omnichannel content, and collaborate with Marketing, Merchandising, Creative, and Photo teams from concept to final execution.

The role requires 5+ years in photo art direction, team leadership, and expert Adobe Creative Suite skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in photo art direction and brand storytelling.
• Experience managing creative teams.
• Experience in content strategy, integrated marketing, or campaign planning in retail/fashion.
• Strong understanding of omnichannel content development across on-model, still-life, and editorial photography.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• A portfolio demonstrating expertise in art direction, campaign development, and brand storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop seasonal storytelling strategies aligned with product investments, brand direction and marketing priorities.
• Create and maintain omnichannel content plans outlining key initiatives, creative direction and deliverables.
• Research and curate visual references to guide on-model photography and editorial content.
• Develop content strategies and briefs for campaigns and initiatives.
• Present creative concepts to Creative and Photo teams and ensure alignment from concept to delivery.
• Oversee art direction for editorial flat lays and maintain a cohesive visual aesthetic.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists and partners for cohesive execution across photography and content.
• Oversee asset development from briefing through final delivery and reviews.
• Manage campaign timelines, deliverables and milestones across seasonal initiatives.

Skills

Art direction

Campaign development

Brand storytelling

Team management

Omnichannel content

Communication

Presentation

Project management

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Manager, Creative Content Producer - Temp

At Torrid, we're committed to cultivating a welcoming, inclusive and diverse culture driven by a focus on open dialogue, empowerment, recruiting, training, development and retention. We believe inclusion of diverse backgrounds and perspectives is fundamental to our success.

Start Date: ASAP

Assignment Length: 3 months with potential to extend

Hybrid Schedule

Please note: This will be a W-2 In-house contract role

The Manager, Creative Content Producer - Temp at Torrid is responsible for developing cohesive brand storytelling and ensuring a consistent creative vision across all content. This role leads the development and execution of seasonal storytelling strategies, translating key product and marketing priorities into compelling omnichannel content. Working closely with Marketing, Merchandising, Creative, and Photo teams, this position ensures creative alignment from concept through final execution.

What You'll Do:

• Develop seasonal storytelling strategies aligned with key product investments, brand direction, and marketing priorities.
• Create and maintain omnichannel content plans outlining key initiatives, creative direction, and deliverables.
• Research and curate creative inspiration and visual references to guide on-model photography, editorial flat lays, and campaign content.
• Develop content strategies and creative briefs for seasonal campaigns, special projects, and integrated marketing initiatives.
• Present creative concepts and content direction to Creative and Photo teams, including campaign, editorial, product detail page (PDP), and flat-lay photography.
• Lead art direction for editorial flat lays, developing concepts that complement on-model and editorial photography while maintaining a consistent visual aesthetic.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and creative partners to ensure cohesive execution across all photography and content.
• Oversee creative asset development from briefing through final delivery, including reviews, approvals, and cross-functional alignment.
• Manage campaign timelines, deliverables, and key milestones while maintaining visibility across multiple seasonal initiatives.
• Supervise the Creative Content Coordinator, providing direction on daily responsibilities, seasonal editorial presentations, and flat-lay shot lists.

What You'll Need:

• 5+ years of experience in photo art direction, with a strong background in campaign development and brand storytelling.
• Previous experience managing creative teams.
• Experience in content strategy, integrated marketing, or campaign planning, preferably within retail, fashion, or a consumer brand.
• Strong understanding of omnichannel content development and creative execution across on-model, still-life, and editorial photography.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• A portfolio demonstrating expertise in art direction, campaign development, and brand storytelling.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Merchandising, Creative, and Photography.
• Strong communication, presentation, project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple photo shoots, competing priorities, and overlapping seasonal timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience coordinating creative talent, including photographers, models, stylists, and hair and makeup artists.
• Highly self-motivated, with exceptional attention to detail, a refined creative aesthetic, and strong visual judgment.
• Deep understanding of Millennial (Gen Y) and Gen Z audiences, including relevant fashion, cultural, and consumer trends.

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