Senior Manager, Creative - Associate Creative Director, Brand Campaigns (Design & Art Direction)

Walmart; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager, Creative to lead innovative campaigns across multiple channels. This pivotal role involves collaborating with marketing teams and external agencies to create compelling brand narratives that resonate with customers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in art direction, exceptional leadership skills, and a keen eye for detail. Join a dynamic creative studio that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to push creative boundaries and make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health coverage

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Paid leave

Opportunities for professional growth

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in advertising agency art direction.
• Exceptional portfolio with big campaign ideas across various channels.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ideate and execute 360 campaign creative across all channels.
• Manage projects and develop mid and junior creatives.
• Stay informed about industry trends to inform creative decisions.

Skills

Art Direction

Creative Leadership

Communication Skills

Project Management

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Google Slides

Slack

Figma

Job description

Senior Manager, Creative - Associate Creative Director, Brand Campaigns (Design & Art Direction)

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Position Summary

The Associate Creative Director (Design & Art Direction) Campaigns supports the Walmart Creative Studio from concept through execution for marketing, brand, and seasonal campaigns across multiple channels including 360 full funnel paid, social, digital, email, site, print, and in-store. The candidate must be a strategic problem solver, conceptual thinker, organized, detail-oriented, and possess outstanding creative judgment while pushing creative boundaries.

This role partners with an ACD (Concept & Copy) and works alongside the Creative Director to align marketing strategy with campaign execution. Focus areas include Service (Express Delivery & Subscriptions), Grocery, Health & Wellness, and Mobile App campaigns. The candidate will also lead external agency collaborations, providing leadership and creative expertise.

About Walmart Creative Studio

Walmart Creative Studio (WCS) is Walmart’s in-house creative agency, developing innovative omnichannel brand design systems that meet customer needs and support business objectives. We focus on customer experience, insight-driven strategies, and integrated solutions to enhance Walmart’s relevance and brand presence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ideate, create, and execute 360 campaign creative across all channels, collaborating with marketing, operations, and external agencies.
2. Build trust and relationships within a large, matrixed organization.
3. Develop creative leadership and marketing pitch decks for team alignment.
4. Manage projects and the development of mid and junior creatives.
5. Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies to inform creative decisions.
6. Maintain high standards of quality throughout the creative process.
7. Oversee production shoots as needed.
8. Design assets and campaigns as required.
9. Manage team and high-profile projects from inception to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, advertising, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in advertising agency art direction, with at least 2 years in management.
• Exceptional portfolio with big campaign ideas across various channels.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Slides, Slack, Figma.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent presentation and organizational skills.

Reporting

Reports to Creative Director, Campaigns.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits, including health coverage, 401(k), stock purchase plan, paid leave, and more.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a global leader.
• Dynamic, collaborative work environment focused on innovation and creativity.

Additional Information

The salary range is $108,000 - $216,000 annually, with potential bonuses and additional compensation such as stock options. Minimum qualifications include a relevant bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of related experience. Preferred qualifications include experience with digital content management, retail management, and agency collaboration.