Creative Director

S&C

$154K — $205K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or related field
  • 10+ years in creative direction or senior design roles
  • Strong portfolio showcasing creative leadership and brand stewardship
  • Deep understanding of brand systems and compliance requirements
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and design tools
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the lead creative voice for compelling visual concepts
  • Inspire teams to push creative boundaries while maintaining brand identity
  • Provide feedback to elevate design quality and effectiveness
  • Introduce innovative concepts for campaigns and branding initiatives
  • Review and approve creative assets for brand consistency and compliance
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with strategic objectives
  • Champion the evolution of the brand's visual identity

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule (Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm)
  • Commitment to competitive and equitable compensation
  • Participation in the annual incentive plan (AIP) subject to eligibility
Full Job Description
Job Description

Hours
  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) Hybrid

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $154,968 - $205,332.60. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Creative Director!

The Creative Director will be a visionary and brand-driven role, leading the creative quality and brand integrity of all marketing and communications designed materials. This role plays a pivotal role in providing creative design direction, inspiring fresh ideas, and vetting all design work to ensure alignment with brand standards and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Creative Direction & Ideation
  • Serve as the lead creative voice, guiding the development of compelling visual concepts and storytelling across all channels
  • Inspire and challenge internal teams and external partners to push creative boundaries while staying true to brand identity
  • Provide clear, actionable creative direction and feedback to elevate design quality and effectiveness
  • Introduce innovative design concepts for campaigns, product promotion, and branding initiatives
  • Explore and propose new formats and approaches to keep creative output fresh, relevant, and engaging

Design Quality & Brand Compliance
  • Review and approve creative assets (digital, print, video, etc.) for brand consistency, design excellence, and compliance
  • Ensure all content adheres to established brand guidelines, tone, and visual identity
  • Collaborate with legal, regulatory, and communications teams to ensure creative work meets compliance standards
  • Maintain a consistent brand look and feel across all platforms and projects

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with sales and marketing communication, and all digital and communications teams to align creative work with strategic objectives
  • Act as a brand ambassador, educating stakeholders on proper brand usage across designs and creative best practices
  • Work closely with external agencies and freelancers to educate teams on S&C's brand standards and hold them accountable to ensure creative output meets expectations and standards
  • Responsible for working with stakeholders to maintain clear project timelines and meet preset deadlines

Creative Strategy & Innovation
  • Champion the evolution of the brand's visual identity and creative expression
  • Stay ahead of design trends, technologies, and industry standards to continuously incorporate fresh ideas and inform creative decisions
  • Develop and manage budgets to support creative strategy and brand initiatives

Additional Functions

  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  • Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required
  • Communicate effectively and respectfully with others
  • Other responsibilities as assigned

What you'll Need To Succeed:
  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in creative direction or senior design roles
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating creative leadership, brand stewardship, and design excellence
  • Deep understanding of brand systems, design principles, and compliance requirements
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools
  • Strategic thinker with a passion for visual storytelling and brand integrity
  • Collaborative and confident communicator
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
  • Exceptional communication and presentation abilities
  • Advanced problem-solving skills
  • A deep understanding of brand strategy and marketing principles
  • Experience with cross-functional team collaboration
  • Persuasive and negotiation skills


No fixed deadline

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