Creative Director Job at 24 Seven Talent in Baltimore

Senior Manager of Talent Solutions @ McKinley Marketing Partners, a 24 Seven Company | a senior creative and marketing recruiter Our client is seeking a Creative Director who can translate a big‑picture creative vision into meaningful, day‑to‑day work across brand design, visual storytelling, and digital experiences. This is a role for a creative leader with strong taste and cultural awareness; someone who inspires confident ideas, sharpens execution, and helps teams create work that feels both bold and intentional. This position can be in DC or NYC for a hybrid 2‑days a week in‑office schedule. Responsibilities Interpret and activate the creative vision set by senior leadership, ensuring alignment between strategic ambition and daily execution. Lead the creative process from concept through delivery, ensuring work reflects originality, clarity, and a distinct point of view. Champion creative risk‑taking and diverse storytelling, elevating both aesthetic and emotional impact across brands and platforms. Balance innovation with strategic purpose to deliver work that is both bold and on brand. Participate in high‑profile pitches and new business opportunities. Manage client projects from pitch to delivery across multiple clients. Oversee Design and Visual Media teams, setting high standards for taste, craft, and conceptual rigor. Partner closely with Account, Strategy, and Deployment leads to develop integrated, cross‑disciplinary concepts and deliverables. Serve as a trusted creative partner to clients. Maintain creative consistency and quality across all deliverables—digital, experiential, and visual—resulting in imaginative, relevant, and market‑leading work. Translate feedback into clear direction, guiding teams toward refined, impactful solutions. Provide leadership and mentorship across teams, including day‑to‑day oversight of Associate Creative Directors and Visual Media leadership. Requirements 10–15 years of experience in creative leadership roles within agencies, studios, or brand environments. Proven ability to direct and inspire multidisciplinary teams across design, interactive, photography, and video. A strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking, refined aesthetics, and storytelling range. Mastery of key creative tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) and a deep understanding of digital‑first production. Exceptional communication, pitching, and presentation skills. Entrepreneurial mindset, cultural curiosity, and a collaborative spirit. Experience in real estate and/or hospitality is a plus. Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Design, Project Management, and Advertising Industries Marketing Services and Advertising Services Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) #J-18808-Ljbffr