Director, Creative

Role Overview

As Director, Creative at DEPT®, you will lead high-concept, brand-defining creative across all touchpoints. The role focuses on brand strategy, end-to-end integrated campaign development and execution, and breakthrough content development, while championing an AI-forward creative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Translate business goals and brand strategy into actionable design principles and world-class digital experiences.
• Lead cross-functional teams with empathy, building a culture of mentorship, high standards, and creative experimentation.
• Drive workshops and presentations for senior stakeholders, aligning complex goals to clear experience outcomes.
• Oversee large-scale projects across branding, content, and websites, ensuring quality, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.
• Partner with strategy and product teams to streamline workflows and influence executive decisions.
• Nurture and grow world-class design talent, including strategic input on hiring and team expansion.
• Use entrepreneurial thinking and cultural trends to deliver innovative, results-driven creative.
• Solve problems proactively in lower-process environments while maintaining strong craft and a clear point of view.

Requirements

• 8+ years in agency or startup environments with experience navigating complex organizations.
• Proven ability to inspire diverse teams, foster a positive culture, and mentor others.
• Mastery of visual design, branding, content, and typography.
• Strong ability to present publicly and articulate technical and strategic concepts to stakeholders.
• Ability to build long-term partnerships with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Deep experience adapting and implementing AI tools within creative workflows to improve efficiency and innovation.
• Technical familiarity with Weavy, Gemini, and Jasper is a significant plus.
• Proactive strategist who remains optimistic and decisive under tight deadlines.

Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience with Weavy, Gemini, and Jasper.

Benefits (Snapshot)

• Healthcare, dental, and vision
• 401(k) with matching
• PTO, paid company holidays, parental leave