Explore Creative Director Jobs

Creative Directors shape how organizations communicate, look, and connect with their audiences. They set the creative vision and guide teams across branding, advertising, design, content, and digital experiences. Explore vetted Creative Director opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Creative Director Do?

Creative Directors turn business goals and audience insights into compelling creative strategies. They develop concepts, oversee visual and verbal direction, present recommendations to stakeholders, and help ensure that campaigns and experiences are consistent across channels. Depending on the organization, they may lead designers, writers, art directors, producers, and agency partners.

Common Creative Director Roles

Creative Director titles can reflect a particular discipline or industry. Opportunities may include Brand Creative Director, Art Director, Advertising Creative Director, Digital Creative Director, UX Creative Director, and Executive Creative Director. Responsibilities and team scope vary by company, so review each listing for its focus and leadership expectations.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often seek a strong portfolio, strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and the ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams. Clear communication, presentation skills, collaboration, and experience managing projects from brief through delivery are also valuable. Familiarity with relevant design tools, media, and production workflows may be required for specific roles.

Find Your Next Creative Leadership Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Creative Director jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, and work arrangement, and look for roles aligned with your creative strengths and leadership experience.

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$145K - $185K *

Take ownership of a dynamic portfolio, driving new business within Army Aviation. Build relationships, shape solutions, and lead contract execution while managing risks and ensuring customer satisfact...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the strategic direction of client marketing programs by developing and executing integrated strategies, leading client conversations, and translating data into actionable insights that drive mea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure for game development by implementing automation, enhancing reliability, and supporting live-service games. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless deployment and compli...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion a team of product managers to drive innovative software solutions. Shape product direction, enhance customer understanding, and elevate product quality while fostering leadership and collabor...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $125K *

Drive product strategy and outcomes in a senior role, focusing on educational equity and data-driven impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape product direction, prioritize initiatives...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $312K *

Drive your career forward by shaping strategic insights in clinical development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance proposal strategies and ensure data-driven decision-making for high...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $115K *

Drive successful client implementations by managing projects from inception to deployment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely, on-budget delivery while interfacing with stakeholders and v...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in scaling our TikTok Shop and Trybe Program, overseeing P&L, creator strategies, and LIVE commerce. Drive growth through strategic planning and community engagement, ensuring high-per...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$253K - $342K *

Join a team that's redefining pricing and packaging strategies to drive customer value and profitable growth. Lead cross-functional collaboration and influence key decisions that shape the future of m...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K *

Take ownership of product health and growth by directing AI coding agents, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful changes while maintaining document...

Eugene, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $115K *

Transform creator-driven ideas into high-quality deliverables by managing influencer campaigns, coordinating production workflows, and ensuring compliance across multiple platforms. Collaborate with c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of higher education by leading transformative AI initiatives. Engage with academic leaders, drive multi-year institutional strategies, and ensure successful adoption and value realiza...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $392K *

Unlock potential by leading finance transformation initiatives that leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics. Drive a multi-year roadmap, modernize workflows, and shape a high-performing financ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $175K *

Empower teams by leading innovative technology solutions through Agile project management. Drive strategic initiatives, manage remote teams, and facilitate technical discussions to ensure successful p...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Grow your career with a strategic role focused on partnership development and revenue generation. You will design and manage diverse referral strategies across multiple brands, driving qualified traff...

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $279K *

Drive your career with impactful design leadership, managing a team to simplify payroll for small businesses. Shape user experiences by partnering across teams and defining a long-term UX vision, ensu...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $210K *

Lead partnership development and activation, driving strategic collaborations that enhance brand visibility and engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure partnerships deliver measurable val...

Long Beach, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving sales strategy and growth in the Southeast. Lead key accounts, identify new business opportunities, and collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional solutions while achiev...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$133K - $186K *

Elevate your career by driving developer engagement and community growth through impactful content and strategic partnerships. Collaborate with engineers to enhance product visibility and foster meani...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative projects in print and packaging. Drive cross-functional collaboration to standardize processes and enhance color management, ensuring seamless technology integra...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$250K - $300K *

Empower the future of AI in commerce media by leading strategy and execution across AI Labs and Data Science. Drive customer engagement, scale capabilities, and enhance product impact while building a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $148K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex enterprise projects, ensuring timely execution and high-quality standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet client objectives and enhance project managem...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of AI in product operations by driving productivity, adoption, and commercialization. Collaborate across teams to establish governance and accountability, ensuring AI initiatives deli...

Myrtle Point, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $177K *

Innovate integrated marketing strategies to enhance customer engagement and loyalty. Lead cross-channel campaigns that align with business goals, ensuring a seamless customer journey from acquisition...

Seattle, WARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K *

Transform the client experience by leading a comprehensive customer success strategy. Drive satisfaction, retention, and growth while collaborating across teams to enhance every stage of the client jo...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Creative Director do?question toggle

    A Creative Director sets creative direction and guides teams producing work such as brand identities, advertising campaigns, content, and digital experiences. The role typically combines strategy, concept development, feedback, and stakeholder collaboration.

  • What qualifications are common for Creative Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value a strong creative portfolio, relevant experience, strategic judgment, communication skills, and a record of leading projects or creative teams. Some roles also ask for expertise in a specific discipline or industry.

  • What types of Creative Director jobs are available?question toggle

    Positions may focus on branding, advertising, art direction, digital products, UX, content, or a particular industry. Titles and responsibilities differ by organization, so review each job description carefully.

  • How much do Creative Directors earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so explore current listings to compare opportunities and posted salary information.

  • Where can I find Creative Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Creative Director listings on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and find roles that match your experience and career goals.