Apex Systems is hiring: Associate Creative Director, Skincare in San Francisco

Overview

Position: Associate Creative Director (ACD), Skincare – Contract (Maternity Leave Coverage). Location: Remote or Hybrid (San Francisco-based preferred). Candidates must be able to work remotely, be available for in-office collaboration if hybrid, and travel for on-set production as needed. Duration: Oct 2025 – April 2026. Commitment: Full-time Contract.

Role Overview

Our clients Marketing team is a fast-paced, collaborative group of creatives and strategists focused on growing the skincare category through innovative, client-centric campaigns. We translate business goals and category priorities into compelling creative that spans paid media, social, digital, in-store, and brand partnerships. We champion inclusive storytelling, visual excellence, and strategic thinking to deepen client connection and reinforce authority in skincare. Our team thrives on agility, curiosity, and partnership—and we’re always pushing to deliver bold ideas that drive engagement and results.

Responsibilities

• Own the creative strategy, concepting, and execution of skincare campaigns across all channels (paid, social, digital, in-store)


• Lead cross-functional campaign alignment and present creative work to executive stakeholders


• Mentor and manage team of art directors and designers, providing clear direction, actionable feedback, and developmental support


• Oversee photo and video shoots, ensuring alignment with campaign vision (on-set direction experience required)


• Review and approve work across all campaign phases to uphold creative excellence and brand standards


• Collaborate with Editorial, Production, Visual Merch, and Marketing to drive alignment and deliver best-in-class 360 campaign work


• Monitor team capacity and delegate work strategically based on project needs and individual strengths


• Champion innovation and collaboration, promoting a culture of curiosity and creative problem solving


• Support business goals with thoughtful, strategic, and effective creative solutions

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in creative direction, with a strong background in beauty, fashion, or lifestyle


• Proven experience leading large-scale 360 campaigns and directing photo/video shoots


• Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking and compelling design


• Experienced in people management and cross-functional collaboration


• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite; Figma experience a plus


• Strong communicator with excellent presentation and feedback skills


• Experience working in a fast-paced, matrixed organization


• Ability to think on your feet, problem-solve quickly, and adapt with agility in evolving situations

EEO & Company Information

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of ASGN Incorporated. NYSE: ASGN. 4400 Cox Road, Suite 200, Glen Allen, Virginia 23060.

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