The Commerce Bank of Washington
Creative Director of Design - CA, WA, UT
The Commerce Bank of Washington, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Creative Director of Design - CA, WA, UT
For more than 150 years, Zions Bancorporation has built on the dedication and talent of our people, earning recognition as one of the “Best Banks to Work For.” Today, we’re shaping the future of banking—leveraging innovation, strengthening local relationships, and delivering exceptional value across our collection of great banks in the West. Our expanding marketing team is building something transformative: a dynamic, in-house Creative Studio that will redefine how we tell our story and connect with customers. Under the leadership of our new CMO, we’re creating a modern, collaborative hub for bold ideas and breakthrough campaigns that elevate a bank known for exceptional service and deep community roots. This is your opportunity to lead creative for one of the fastest-growing areas of marketing—affiliate partnerships—and set a new standard for performance-driven design. Our Creative Directors work with leadership to develop and drive the strategic creative approach to and execution of marketing programs across eight bank brands. You will create compelling, conversion-focused work that strengthens partnerships and drives measurable results. You will provide leadership across a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with growth and performance marketing teams, and deliver innovative creative that balances brand integrity with business goals. A key responsibility will be building and inspiring the team, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering work that strengthens customer trust and positions Zions Bancorporation and its affiliates as leaders in financial marketing. We’re looking for a
Creative Director of Design
to own the creative vision for multi-channel marketing programs, ensuring compelling, conversion-focused work that strengthens partnerships and drives measurable results. In this role, you will lead a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with growth and performance marketing teams, and deliver innovative creative that balances brand integrity with business objectives. A key focus will be building and inspiring the team, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering work that strengthens customer trust and positions Zions as a leader in financial marketing. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Act as a leader in the creative visioning, stewardship, and execution of marketing programs, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives Develop high-performing creative assets for affiliate channels, across print, digital, motion, and physical experiences Collaborate with performance marketing teams to optimize creative for ROI and conversion Leadership & Team Development Inspire and manage the work of a multi-talented team of designers, copywriters, and marketers focused on affiliate initiatives This is initially an individual contributor role but may gain direct reports as the Creative Studio grows Establish creative workflows that enhance efficiency and productivity Brand Consistency Elevate and ensure quality and brand integrity across all touchpoints Balance innovative approaches with regulatory requirements and financial industry standards Use performance data and testing insights to refine creative strategies Track and forecast marketing trends, technologies, and best practices Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and production vendors to ensure quality and cost efficiency QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Design and minimum 8 years of experience in graphic design, interactive, advertising, media, and/or related fields. A combination of education and experience may meet job requirements. Strong demonstrated capabilities in forward thinking graphic design, with experience across print and digital media Strong visual, written, and oral presentation skills Experience coaching team members and freelancers Capability to direct spatial ideas into conceptual drawings and lead design decisions through documentation, production, fabrication, and construction Creating and evangelizing standards and campaign plans BENEFITS & COMPENSATION Along with competitive benefits starting on day one—including 12 bank holidays, profit sharing, and a company-matched 401(k)—you’ll have the chance to grow your career while creating work that truly matters to our customers and communities. This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $115,000 - $175,000 annually depending on job-related factors such as level of experience and location. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance start day one Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire Employee Ambassador preferred banking products LOCATION OPTIONS Salt Lake City, UT Seattle, WA Please note: This is an in-office position that will sit at a local corporate hub 5 days a week. This is not a hybrid role. Ready to bring your vision to life? Share your application and portfolio today. This position will be open until filled. All candidates, including those with criminal histories will be considered for employment. However, a background check adjudicated consistently with the FDIC Section 19 regulation will be completed on any candidate who accepts a conditional job offer from the Company. Because the Company is a financial institution, the FDIC guidelines apply to all positions within the company and as such any and all job duties have a direct relationship to a candidate’s criminal history and that criminal history would need to align with the FDIC Section 19 regulations. Zions Bancorporation, National Association prohibits illegal discrimination and reaffirms its policy of providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), by extending equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. It is the Company’s policy not to discriminate because of a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members. Also, Zions will safeguard the fair and equitable treatment of protected veteran spouses and family members with regard to all employment actions and prohibit harassment of applicants and employees because of their relationship or association with a protected veteran. Applicants Requesting Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting us at careers@zionsbancorp.com or 801/844-7618. Please email your resume/cover letter, indicate what position you are interested in and include "Accommodation needed" in the subject line to ensure your information is routed to the appropriate contact. Click here to view applicable Federal, State and/or local employment law posters. Create and manage profiles for future opportunities. The Commerce Bank a division of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Member FDIC
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For more than 150 years, Zions Bancorporation has built on the dedication and talent of our people, earning recognition as one of the “Best Banks to Work For.” Today, we’re shaping the future of banking—leveraging innovation, strengthening local relationships, and delivering exceptional value across our collection of great banks in the West. Our expanding marketing team is building something transformative: a dynamic, in-house Creative Studio that will redefine how we tell our story and connect with customers. Under the leadership of our new CMO, we’re creating a modern, collaborative hub for bold ideas and breakthrough campaigns that elevate a bank known for exceptional service and deep community roots. This is your opportunity to lead creative for one of the fastest-growing areas of marketing—affiliate partnerships—and set a new standard for performance-driven design. Our Creative Directors work with leadership to develop and drive the strategic creative approach to and execution of marketing programs across eight bank brands. You will create compelling, conversion-focused work that strengthens partnerships and drives measurable results. You will provide leadership across a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with growth and performance marketing teams, and deliver innovative creative that balances brand integrity with business goals. A key responsibility will be building and inspiring the team, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering work that strengthens customer trust and positions Zions Bancorporation and its affiliates as leaders in financial marketing. We’re looking for a
Creative Director of Design
to own the creative vision for multi-channel marketing programs, ensuring compelling, conversion-focused work that strengthens partnerships and drives measurable results. In this role, you will lead a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with growth and performance marketing teams, and deliver innovative creative that balances brand integrity with business objectives. A key focus will be building and inspiring the team, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering work that strengthens customer trust and positions Zions as a leader in financial marketing. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Act as a leader in the creative visioning, stewardship, and execution of marketing programs, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives Develop high-performing creative assets for affiliate channels, across print, digital, motion, and physical experiences Collaborate with performance marketing teams to optimize creative for ROI and conversion Leadership & Team Development Inspire and manage the work of a multi-talented team of designers, copywriters, and marketers focused on affiliate initiatives This is initially an individual contributor role but may gain direct reports as the Creative Studio grows Establish creative workflows that enhance efficiency and productivity Brand Consistency Elevate and ensure quality and brand integrity across all touchpoints Balance innovative approaches with regulatory requirements and financial industry standards Use performance data and testing insights to refine creative strategies Track and forecast marketing trends, technologies, and best practices Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and production vendors to ensure quality and cost efficiency QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Design and minimum 8 years of experience in graphic design, interactive, advertising, media, and/or related fields. A combination of education and experience may meet job requirements. Strong demonstrated capabilities in forward thinking graphic design, with experience across print and digital media Strong visual, written, and oral presentation skills Experience coaching team members and freelancers Capability to direct spatial ideas into conceptual drawings and lead design decisions through documentation, production, fabrication, and construction Creating and evangelizing standards and campaign plans BENEFITS & COMPENSATION Along with competitive benefits starting on day one—including 12 bank holidays, profit sharing, and a company-matched 401(k)—you’ll have the chance to grow your career while creating work that truly matters to our customers and communities. This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $115,000 - $175,000 annually depending on job-related factors such as level of experience and location. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance start day one Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire Employee Ambassador preferred banking products LOCATION OPTIONS Salt Lake City, UT Seattle, WA Please note: This is an in-office position that will sit at a local corporate hub 5 days a week. This is not a hybrid role. Ready to bring your vision to life? Share your application and portfolio today. This position will be open until filled. All candidates, including those with criminal histories will be considered for employment. However, a background check adjudicated consistently with the FDIC Section 19 regulation will be completed on any candidate who accepts a conditional job offer from the Company. Because the Company is a financial institution, the FDIC guidelines apply to all positions within the company and as such any and all job duties have a direct relationship to a candidate’s criminal history and that criminal history would need to align with the FDIC Section 19 regulations. Zions Bancorporation, National Association prohibits illegal discrimination and reaffirms its policy of providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), by extending equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. It is the Company’s policy not to discriminate because of a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members. Also, Zions will safeguard the fair and equitable treatment of protected veteran spouses and family members with regard to all employment actions and prohibit harassment of applicants and employees because of their relationship or association with a protected veteran. Applicants Requesting Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting us at careers@zionsbancorp.com or 801/844-7618. Please email your resume/cover letter, indicate what position you are interested in and include "Accommodation needed" in the subject line to ensure your information is routed to the appropriate contact. Click here to view applicable Federal, State and/or local employment law posters. Create and manage profiles for future opportunities. The Commerce Bank a division of Zions Bancorporation, N.A. Member FDIC
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