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Creative Director, Design

Kettle
Location
San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland OR, Austin TX
Posted
9 days ago
Department
Visual Design
Salary
$200k - 240k
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • At least 8+ years of experience in digital design, art direction, or creative direction
  • Proven ability to lead from concept through execution across digital experiences
  • Exceptional visual and conceptual design skills
  • Experience working closely with Copy and other creative disciplines
  • Excellent client collaboration and presentation skills
  • Proven experience mentoring designers
What the job really is

The Creative Director, Design at Kettle will oversee interactive projects for a major client, focusing on shaping the design perspective and enhancing brand storytelling across digital platforms. This role involves collaboration with various teams, mentoring designers, and executing creative work while ensuring high-quality standards. The position requires a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on design execution, with a strong emphasis on innovation and client engagement.

Benefits
  • Target range of base compensation is $200k - 240k
Things to weigh
  • Onsite work required 5 days a week for 2-3 months at a time for specific projects
  • Role involves both leadership and hands-on execution
  • Heavy emphasis on client collaboration and trust-building with senior stakeholders
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