Creative Director
Brick Executive Search, Chicago, IL, United States
Brick Executive Search is partnering with a Fast Fashion , womens , specialty retailer who is seeking a Creative visionary to lead the Brand Story across its multi platforms.
About the Role Seeking a fashion-focused Marketing Creative Director to shape and define the brand through compelling, trend-aware creative execution. This role is responsible for translating ho the retailer is as a brand into a cohesive visual language across digital, e-commerce, marketing, and in-store experiences. The Creative Director must have a strong point of view, deep awareness of the fashion landscape, and the ability to create a seamless, elevated visual experience that differentiates us from competitors.
Key Responsibilities
Define and evolve the brand’s visual identity, ensuring it clearly communicates the retailer is and what sets them apart in the fashion marketplace
Stay deeply informed on fashion trends, cultural shifts, and the competitive landscape, using insights to guide creative direction and innovation
Concept and art direct seasonal campaigns, photoshoots, and brand moments that align with trend relevance and brand positioning
Lead creative direction across e-commerce, site content, email, social, paid media, and in-store visuals, ensuring a cohesive omnichannel experience
Develop clear creative frameworks, mood boards, shot lists, and visual guidelines that unify all touchpoints
Partner closely with Marketing, Merchandising, and Production to align creative with product priorities and business goals
Direct and oversee photo and video shoots, ensuring styling, composition, and execution reflect brand standards and trend direction
Review and approve creative assets to maintain a high level of aesthetic, accuracy, and consistency
Manage timelines and workflows to ensure creative is delivered efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment
Provide leadership, mentorship, and clear creative feedback to designers and creative partners
Qualifications
5+ years of experience as a Creative Director, preferably in fashion, retail, or e-commerce
Strong portfolio demonstrating fashion-forward creative, brand storytelling, and omnichannel execution
Deep understanding of current and emerging fashion trends and how they translate into commercial creative
Proven ability to analyze and respond to the competitive landscape with differentiated creative direction
Experience art directing photo and video shoots (studio and on-location)
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Strong visual instincts paired with strategic thinking
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Nice to Have
Experience working across both digital and brick-and-mortar retail
Knowledge of performance creative, social-first content, and trend-driven storytelling
Familiarity with motion, video, or experiential retail visuals
Why You’ll Love This Role
High-impact role with ownership over brand look and feel
Opportunity to define and evolve a fashion brand’s creative identity
Collaborative, fast-moving environment with real influence on customer experience
Space to innovate, push trends forward, and set creative standards
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About the Role Seeking a fashion-focused Marketing Creative Director to shape and define the brand through compelling, trend-aware creative execution. This role is responsible for translating ho the retailer is as a brand into a cohesive visual language across digital, e-commerce, marketing, and in-store experiences. The Creative Director must have a strong point of view, deep awareness of the fashion landscape, and the ability to create a seamless, elevated visual experience that differentiates us from competitors.
Key Responsibilities
Define and evolve the brand’s visual identity, ensuring it clearly communicates the retailer is and what sets them apart in the fashion marketplace
Stay deeply informed on fashion trends, cultural shifts, and the competitive landscape, using insights to guide creative direction and innovation
Concept and art direct seasonal campaigns, photoshoots, and brand moments that align with trend relevance and brand positioning
Lead creative direction across e-commerce, site content, email, social, paid media, and in-store visuals, ensuring a cohesive omnichannel experience
Develop clear creative frameworks, mood boards, shot lists, and visual guidelines that unify all touchpoints
Partner closely with Marketing, Merchandising, and Production to align creative with product priorities and business goals
Direct and oversee photo and video shoots, ensuring styling, composition, and execution reflect brand standards and trend direction
Review and approve creative assets to maintain a high level of aesthetic, accuracy, and consistency
Manage timelines and workflows to ensure creative is delivered efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment
Provide leadership, mentorship, and clear creative feedback to designers and creative partners
Qualifications
5+ years of experience as a Creative Director, preferably in fashion, retail, or e-commerce
Strong portfolio demonstrating fashion-forward creative, brand storytelling, and omnichannel execution
Deep understanding of current and emerging fashion trends and how they translate into commercial creative
Proven ability to analyze and respond to the competitive landscape with differentiated creative direction
Experience art directing photo and video shoots (studio and on-location)
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Strong visual instincts paired with strategic thinking
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Nice to Have
Experience working across both digital and brick-and-mortar retail
Knowledge of performance creative, social-first content, and trend-driven storytelling
Familiarity with motion, video, or experiential retail visuals
Why You’ll Love This Role
High-impact role with ownership over brand look and feel
Opportunity to define and evolve a fashion brand’s creative identity
Collaborative, fast-moving environment with real influence on customer experience
Space to innovate, push trends forward, and set creative standards
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