Executive Creative Director Jobs

Executive Creative Directors shape how organizations express their ideas, products, and brands. They set creative vision, guide high-performing teams, and connect compelling work to business goals. Explore vetted Executive Creative Director opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does an Executive Creative Director Do?

Executive Creative Directors lead creative strategy and execution across campaigns, brand identities, digital experiences, and other customer-facing work. They establish standards, mentor creative leaders, collaborate with executives and clients, and ensure that concepts are both distinctive and effective. The scope of the role varies by organization, from leading an agency’s creative department to overseeing in-house creative across a global brand.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek extensive creative leadership experience, a strong portfolio, and the ability to turn business objectives into memorable work. Common qualifications include strategic thinking, concept development, team building, presentation and communication skills, and experience managing budgets and timelines. Familiarity with relevant channels—such as digital, social, advertising, and brand design—can also be valuable.

Executive Creative Director Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, company size, location, and the role’s responsibilities. Executive Creative Director positions are senior leadership roles, and many opportunities offer compensation of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for salary details, benefits, and expectations.

Find Executive Creative Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify roles that fit your experience and career goals. Compare openings across industries, review position requirements, and find Executive Creative Director jobs with compensation of at least $100,000.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$100K - $125K *

Lead creative strategy and direction, collaborating with teams to develop impactful brand campaigns. Drive insights from research, enhance client relationships, and contribute to new business initiati...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$135K *

Transform creative vision into impactful campaigns that elevate brand identity. Lead a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across multiple channels while fostering innovation and collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in innovating video production strategies, managing a dynamic team while driving creative concepts and workflows. Embrace AI technologies to enhance output and streamline processes, en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$189K - $220K *

Lead the development of innovative digital communications solutions, integrating AI and optimizing user engagement. Collaborate across teams to enhance digital platforms and drive measurable business...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale AV systems projects in sports venues. Oversee design, deployment, and commissioning while managing teams and ensuring project objectives are met. Collaborate wi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of advanced AV systems for large-scale sports projects. Oversee project execution, manage teams, and ensure successful deployment of technology solutions while maintaining communicat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative creative strategies that elevate performance marketing. Lead the development of original concepts and frameworks, leveraging insights and AI to enhance team capabilities and deliver i...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance creative strategy in a founding role, driving innovative performance marketing through original concepts and data-driven insights. Collaborate across teams to elevate creative quality and esta...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative creative strategies that elevate performance marketing. Collaborate across teams to develop impactful video and static ads, leveraging insights and AI to drive results and establish...

Los Angeles, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead creative excellence as an Associate Creative Director, Art, inspiring your team while managing client relationships and delivering innovative healthcare solutions. Collaborate across disciplines...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of brand strategy by leading a dynamic team to enhance brand identity, drive engagement, and align marketing initiatives with business growth. Collaborate across functions to ensure a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential in a senior role that shapes creative strategy for performance marketing. Drive innovative concepts, analyze data, and build frameworks that elevate team capabilities and client...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing content deployment across diverse media channels, ensuring strategic alignment and performance-driven results. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance creative...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining brand marketing by crafting innovative strategies that drive business growth and engage consumers across diverse channels. Collaborate with clients to shape impactful bra...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $170K *

Accelerate your career by driving new business and expanding client relationships in a dynamic sales environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage innovative solutions and achieve m...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$113K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting data solutions for enterprise customers, modernizing legacy systems across Analytics, Content, and Commerce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data inte...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Lead packaging innovation and creative strategy across brands, fostering design excellence and operational efficiency. Oversee development from concept through production, mentoring teams, and ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$71K - $96K *

Lead the charge in delivering integrated marketing initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and strong client relationships. Oversee project execution across multiple channels while managing resou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Elevate the Cricut Creative Labs initiative by leading business strategy, analytics, and marketing. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to drive growth and deliver innovative tools for dive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive innovative, patient-centered solutions by merging design and strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient experiences through empathetic understanding and strategic recom...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Support strategic growth by leading client accounts, fostering executive relationships, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $230K *

Advance your career by leading cross-channel production for a global brand. Collaborate with creative teams, manage resources, and drive innovative solutions to ensure successful project delivery in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in creative excellence, guiding a talented team to elevate brand campaigns across multiple channels while driving client success and fostering innovative ideas that resonate in the mar...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$149K - $239K *

Accelerate your career by leading growth strategies for key clients, driving new business opportunities, and collaborating across teams to achieve measurable revenue growth in the healthcare sector...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in creating innovative and engaging brand campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute creative concepts, balancing hands-on design with strategic directio...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Executive Creative Director do?question toggle

    An Executive Creative Director sets creative direction, leads creative teams, and oversees work such as campaigns, brand strategy, and digital experiences. The role brings creative quality together with organizational and client objectives.

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

    Employers commonly look for substantial creative experience, a strong portfolio, leadership and mentoring ability, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills. Specific requirements vary by employer and industry.

  • How much do Executive Creative Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can Executive Creative Directors work?question toggle

    Executive Creative Directors work at advertising and design agencies, in-house brand and marketing departments, media companies, technology firms, and other organizations with significant creative needs.

  • How can I find Executive Creative Director jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Executive Creative Director openings, review each role’s qualifications and compensation information, and apply to positions that match your skills and career goals.