We're looking for a creative director who can drive creative excellence across video, still, and integrated campaigns, balancing fresh thinking with solid fundamentals. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of progressive agency or production experience, a focus on beauty, luxury, and fashion, and a portfolio that showcases both edgy creativity and strategic thinking.
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive agency or production experience
- Experience in beauty, luxury, and fashion; additional experience in retail, consumer tech, food & beverage, or automotive a plus
- Award-winning work across digital, traditional, experiential, and emerging media
- Deep expertise in brand strategy, consumer insights, and creative effectiveness
- Leadership & Team
- Lead and develop creative teams (5+ people) by example
- Experience managing freelance networks and creative production resources
- Strong understanding of production workflows and resource management
- Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro)
- Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and composition
- Knowledge of video production and post-production workflows
- Familiarity with emerging creative tools and platforms, including AI-powered creative tools
- Business Acumen
- Proven ability to win competitive pitches and retain major clients
- Experience contributing to agency growth and profitability
- Balance creative vision with client objectives and production economics
- Presence & Communication
- Exceptional presentation skills that inspire clients and teams
- High energy, collaborative work style
- Local to NYC, available for fast-paced in-office collaboration
- Cultural fluency across traditional and digital creative landscapes
Benefits
- Major medical, dental and vision insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- Employee discounts