Creative Director Job at C2 Graphics Productivity Solutions in Elkhorn

Overview

C2’s client, a turnkey retail design and manufacturing organization specializing in retail environments, fulfillment, and warehousing, seeks a full-time Creative Director (direct hire or contract-to-hire) to bring strong brand and retail design expertise to their team. This role will shape branded retail environments and support both creative and engineering functions. The Creative Director will be responsible for leading design vision while mentoring team members and ensuring top-quality execution.

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Either direct hire or 6-month contract-to-hire, full-time (8 hours/day)

Location: Onsite in Elkhorn, WI with potential hybrid flexibility

Compensation: $50–$65/hour as a W2 employee of C2, with a target conversion salary of $100,000–$130,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Benefits: All C2 talent working 30+ hours/week for 30 days are eligible for medical, dental, optional vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, and PTO accrual

Technology: C2 talent are expected to provide their own hardware/software unless otherwise specified

Job Description

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, hands-on creative team within a retail-focused organization. The client works across big-box, boutique, and chain retail spaces, offering design, manufacturing, and fulfillment solutions. You’ll partner with engineers, designers, and production artists to create immersive branded retail environments while mentoring others and shaping creative direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall creative direction for retail-focused design projects, ensuring concepts are innovative, brand-aligned, and production-ready
• Develop 2D renderings, mood boards, and presentations to communicate design vision and inspire client buy-in
• Create compelling 3D retail renderings and space layouts (a plus, but not required)
• Translate client needs and business objectives into strategic, visually compelling solutions
• Mentor, guide, and inspire the creative team (senior designer, remote designer, production artists) to foster collaboration and professional growth
• Partner with engineering and production teams to ensure designs are feasible, cost-effective, and high quality
• Lead and participate in client-facing meetings, presentations, and reviews as a trusted creative advisor
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deliverables meet brand standards, deadlines, and quality expectations
• Stay current on retail and brand design trends and apply them to elevate client projects
• Act as a hands-on designer when needed, setting the tone for excellence

Qualifications

Required:

• 7–10 years of creative/design leadership experience (portfolio strength valued equally to years)
• Strong background in brand and interior retail design
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop required)
• Hands-on, collaborative leader with a strong creative eye
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills

Preferred:

• 3D rendering software skills (preferred, not required)

All candidates must be located and authorized to work in the United States. C2 does not sponsor work visas. No C2C.

Details

• Senioriy level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Art/Creative, Strategy/Planning, and Design
• Industries: Manufacturing and Design Services

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