Monks is hiring: Chief Creative Officer in Los Angeles

Chief Creative Officer (CCO)
At .monks, we believe creativity is not just a department—it's the centerpiece of everything we make. We’re on the hunt for a Chief Creative Officer (CCO) who brings bold vision, undeniable presence, and a proven creative pedigree to help shape what’s next in advertising, storytelling, and brand experiences.

Who You Are

A true creative leader—with a proven track record as a chief creative officer, executive creative leader or equivalent at top‑tier creative agencies or brand‑side leadership roles.

Known and respected in the industry, with press‑worthy campaigns and award‑winning work (Cannes Lions, D&AD, AdAge, etc.), but more importantly, someone who creates work people feel—measured, insight‑driven, and strategic.

Charismatic and compelling—you walk into a room and people lean in. You can sell an idea, command a presentation, and make clients and creatives feel seen and inspired.

A culture builder—the kind of leader that encourages collaboration and open‑mindedness while always bringing a perspective. You’re human‑first, not ego‑first. You shape inclusive teams, mentor talent, and know how to create environments where the best work gets made.

Comfortable moving from brand to digital to experiential, always putting creativity at the center, grounded in insight and driven by impact.

Able to translate client feedback into opportunity, not compromise. You’re a creative translator as much as a visionary.

What You’ll Bring

15+ years in creative leadership roles, with 5+ years as CCO or equivalent.

A portfolio of culturally significant work and big brand campaigns that have moved business and earned accolades.

Experience across brand, digital, social, content, and experiential—demonstrating breadth and depth of thinking.

Strong business acumen, with an understanding of how to build creative that works as hard as it inspires.

A people‑first approach that builds trust and confidence in rooms of clients, colleagues, and collaborators.

Bonus if you’ve helped shape creative departments at a high‑growth or global agency.

The Role

Lead and elevate the creative vision for .monks in North America.

Inspire and mentor multi‑disciplinary creative teams, ensuring work is bold, strategic, and beautifully executed.

Partner closely with leadership across disciplines—strategy, production, account, and operations—to shape pitch‑winning ideas and transformative campaigns.

Be an active face of .monks creatively—presenting work, pitching, and representing us publicly.

Help architect the next era of .monks: creative at the center, collaboration at its core.

Benefits

Excellent, full‑coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Generous PTO and 15 company‑wide holidays.

401k with company contribution.

Paid parental leave.

Work‑life balance with an emphasis on personal well‑being.

Career growth in a disruptor space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network.

A globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more.

Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth.

Salary Range
Salary Range: $360,000—$400,000 USD

Equal‑Opportunity Employer
Monks is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds, and we celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.

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In Summary: Chief Creative Officer (CCO) will lead and elevate the creative vision for .monks in North America . Experience across brand, digital, social, content, and experiential . Strong business acumen, with an understanding of how to build creative that works as hard as it inspires .

En Español: En .monks creemos que la creatividad no es solo un departamento, sino el centro de todo lo que hacemos. Estamos buscando a un Director Creativo (CCO) que traiga una visión audaz, presencia innegable y un pedigrí creativo comprobado para ayudar a dar forma al futuro en publicidad, narración y experiencias de marca. Quien eres Un verdadero líder creativo con un historial probado como director creativo, jefe ejecutivo o equivalente en agencias creativas de primer nivel o puestos de liderazgo de perspectiva. Conocido y respetado en la industria, con campañas prestigiosas y trabajos premiados (Cannes Lions, D&AD, AdAge, etc.), pero más importante aún, alguien que crea trabajo siempre se siente comprometido, impulsado por la perspicacia y los conocimientos estratégicos. Una cartera de trabajos culturalmente significativos y campañas de grandes marcas que han movido el negocio y ganado reconocimientos. Experiencia a través de la marca, digital, social, contenido y experiencia demostrando amplitud y profundidad del pensamiento. Un conocimiento empresarial fuerte, con una comprensión de cómo construir creatividad que funciona tan duro como inspira. Un enfoque de primera persona que construye confianza y colaboración en las habitaciones médicas de clientes, colegas y colaboradores. Bonos si has ayudado a dar forma a los departamentos creativos en una agencia de alto crecimiento o global. La Role Range Incluye confianza e eleva el centro creativo para emprendedores en América del Norte. Damos la bienvenida y alentamos a los solicitantes cualificados de todos los orígenes, y celebramos la diversidad y nos comprometemos a construir un equipo que refleje las comunidades a las que servimos. #J-18808-Ljbffr