Patreon is hiring: Art Director — Creator Storytelling & Brand Leadership in San

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Patreon is a media and community platform where over 300,000 creators give their biggest fans access to exclusive work and experiences. We offer creators a variety of ways to engage with their fans and build a lasting business, including paid memberships, free memberships, community chats, live video, and selling directly to fans with one‑time purchases.

Ultimately our goal is simple: fund the creative class. Our mission is supported by 10 billion+ dollars generated by creators since we launched, 100 million+ free memberships for fans, and 25 million+ paid memberships on Patreon today.

This role is based in New York or San Francisco and requires working in‑office two days per week on a hybrid work model.

About The Team

The Marketing team at Patreon operates as a traditional marketing organization and an internal creative agency. We lead the development and expression of the Patreon brand—driving awareness, affinity, and growth among creators and fans. Our work spans brand strategy, creator marketing, creative direction, video production, social media, events, and public relations. Together we craft campaigns and experiences that celebrate creativity, highlight the power of direct fan support, and showcase diverse voices that make Patreon unique.

About The Role

We’re looking for an Art Director who can bring fresh, strategic, creator‑centric storytelling to life. This role blends high‑level concepting with hands‑on design and execution. You’ll lead across campaigns, social content, creator stories, product launches, and brand moments that celebrate and amplify the diverse creators who use Patreon.

Responsibilities

• Concept and develop ideas that celebrate creators and bring Patreon's brand to life across integrated campaigns, digital content, video, events, and partnerships.
• Translate high‑level strategy into compelling creative directions, mood boards, visual systems, and executions.
• Lead and collaborate closely with designers, copywriters, producers, photographers, and external creative partners to deliver work at the highest level.
• Direct photo / video shoots that highlight creators and showcase Patreon's brand values.
• Ensure visual consistency across channels—from social and web to events and brand identity.
• Iterate quickly and experiment with new formats, styles, and storytelling approaches that connect with creator audiences.
• Champion the voice and perspective of creators inside and outside the company.

About You

• 6+ years of experience in design, art direction, creative direction, or similar roles—agency or in‑house.
• A portfolio that demonstrates strong concepting skills, systems thinking, visual storytelling, and graphic design craft.
• Experience directing photography and/or video content.
• Ability to lead creative from ideation through production, including hands‑on design when needed.
• Comfort working across both big‑brand campaigns and fast‑moving content production.
• Passion for supporting creator communities and amplifying diverse artistic expression.
• Collaborative spirit and strong communication skills—someone who elevates work through feedback and partnership.

Nice to Have

• Experience working in tech, entertainment, or creator‑focused brands.
• Motion graphics / animation skills.
• Knowledge of social native formats and visual trends.

Location & Compensation

San Francisco, CA – $147,000.00 – $205,000.00 (2 weeks ago).

EEO & Benefits

Patreon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please let us know via email at accommodations@patreon.

Patreon offers a competitive benefits package that includes salary, equity plans, healthcare, flexible time off, company holidays, recharge days, commuter benefits, lifestyle stipends, learning and development stipends, patronage, parental leave, and a 401(k) plan with matching.

Patreon operates under a hybrid work model, where employees based in office locations are expected to come into the office two days per week, excluding sick time and paid leave. Candidates hired into remote‑eligible roles are not expected to meet the same requirements.

In compliance with New York and California pay transparency laws, we are sharing the expected salary range for this role. The posted salary range is dependent on the location and the level. For remote employees located outside CA and NY, salary may vary based on local market conditions. Patreon reserves the right to modify or update compensation and benefits at any time.

Our team is passionate about making this mission and our core values come to life every day in our work. We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds because workplace diversity and inclusion is critical to our ability to serve creators worldwide. If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t match with every bullet point outlined above, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. If you’re a creator at heart, are energized by our mission, and share our company values, we’d love to hear from you.