Creative Director

Summary

Join iPullRank as their Creative Director and lead the creative vision for digital marketing campaigns. You will oversee a team of designers, animators, and content creators, collaborating with other departments to deliver impactful work for clients. This hybrid or remote role demands creative leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on involvement. The position offers a competitive salary ($135-155K), comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic agency working with major brands. You'll be responsible for developing creative strategies, leading brainstorming sessions, mentoring the creative team, and staying updated on industry trends. Success in this role requires strong leadership, communication, and design skills.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Creative Director or similar leadership role in a digital marketing agency
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a range of creative work across digital platforms, including social media, web, email, and video
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing strategies, and consumer behavior
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a creative team
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and familiarity with project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, ClickUp)
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to handle constructive criticism and adapt creative strategies based on feedback
• Demonstrated ability to elicit information from clients to inform effective creative execution
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the creative strategy for all client campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand goals and target audiences
• Lead brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas and concepts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, account management, and production, to deliver cohesive campaigns
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback to the creative team to foster professional growth and maintain high-quality output
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor strategies to keep our agency at the forefront of digital marketing innovation
• Present creative concepts and campaign strategies to clients, effectively communicating the vision and rationale
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met without compromising quality
• Oversee the hiring and guide the development of creative team members as needed
• Manage third party and freelance creative resources in the creation of video, visual, and audio content assets

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with infographics, interactive content, video production, and motion graphics
• Knowledge of UX/UI design principles
• Familiarity with data-driven marketing and analytics tools
• Experience working with diverse industries and brands
• Experience working with in-person and remote production teams
• Passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of how to connect with audiences on an emotional level
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to creative challenges

Benefits

• Competitive salaries commensurate with experience
• 100% Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 3 weeks of vacation
• Paid sick days and holidays