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Creative Director

The Apex Agency, Irvine, CA, United States


Creative Director Apex designs world-class marketing, training, and event solutions for some of the most admired brands in the world, including Lexus, McLaren, Robinson Helicopter Company, Acura, Honda, Toyota, Volvo, and The Peninsula. See more of our work at theapexagency.com.

At Apex, we push boundaries and deliver extraordinary results. We’re looking for smart, creative, highly motivated people who want to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role We’re seeking a

Creative Director

to lead the creative vision for immersive eLearning experiences developed for major automotive brands. In this role, you will oversee the end-to-end creative direction of digital learning programs—including course visuals, video, motion design, and interactive elements—ensuring a cohesive, engaging, and brand-aligned learner experience.

You’ll partner closely with instructional designers, strategists, and production teams to translate learning objectives into compelling creative solutions. The ideal candidate is both a visionary thinker and a hands-on creative leader who can bring ideas to life in ways that are not only visually striking, but also effective in driving learning and engagement.

You’re our kind of person if you… Think strategically and creatively, translating learning goals into engaging visual and interactive experiences Have experience leading creative for digital content, eLearning, or interactive media Bring a strong point of view on design, storytelling, motion, and user experience Lead and inspire creative teams while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment Thrive in concept development and can articulate ideas clearly to both internal teams and clients Balance innovation with usability, accessibility, and learning effectiveness Have a strong portfolio showcasing digital, motion, and/or interactive work Stay ahead of design, technology, and eLearning trends Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across disciplines

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll do… Lead creative direction for eLearning courses and digital training experiences Develop and oversee concepts for visuals, video, motion, and interactive components Ensure alignment between creative execution, brand standards, and learning objectives Collaborate closely with instructional designers to bring content to life in engaging ways Guide and mentor designers, motion artists, and other creative team members Present creative concepts and rationale to internal stakeholders and clients Oversee the creative process from concept through final production Partner with producers and developers to ensure high-quality execution across platforms Contribute to the evolution of Apex’s digital and learning-focused creative capabilities

Required: Instructional design and eLearning expertise Interactive design, UX/UI, and digital product expertise

Bonus (Not Required) Automotive brand experience