About the Role
We are makers. We create because we are curious, and we believe that the best way to prove an idea works is to make it real.
As the Creative Director, Web , you are the visionary behind Google’s digital front door. You operate at the intersection of brand storytelling and cutting‑edge web technology. This is not a role for utility‑focused product designers; it is a role for a digital storyteller who understands how to turn a website into an immersive brand experience.
You will drive the creative vision for high‑visibility marketing sites, product launch pages, and interactive digital experiences. You are obsessed with pixel perfection, steeped in emerging web trends (WebGL, micro‑interactions, motion), and capable of translating the Google brand into digital environments that are as functional as they are magical. You will set the vision, guide the team, and get your hands dirty in the design files to ensure every pixel meets the “Google Grade.”
Web Vision & Digital Storytelling
- Lead the creation of flashy, high‑impact marketing websites and digital experiences, bridging the gap between heavy interaction design and strategic marketing.
- Understand the product and the user deeply and connect the two through intuitive UI and magical UX that feels distinctly Google—simple, human, and useful, with a layer of delight.
- Stay on the bleeding edge of what is possible in a browser, championing new web technologies and motion design to create experiences that feel alive, responsive, and innovative.
Craft, Quality & Google Grade
- Maintain an uncompromising standard of visual excellence; guard the Google Grade on the web, ensuring hierarchy, typography, and layout are flawless across all viewports.
- Lead by doing—jump into Figma to refine a component, direct a motion study, or push a concept further.
- Ensure flashy experiences can scale and align with broader Google web governance where necessary.
Client Partnership & Strategy
- Present digital work clearly, articulating the why behind complex interaction models and design choices to clients across Marketing and Product, turning skeptics into believers.
- Partner with strategists to ensure web experiences meet business KPIs without sacrificing creativity, balancing cool with conversion.
AI & Innovation
- Explore how AI can enhance web design workflows, from generating layout variations to creating assets for prototypes, using AI to accelerate pixel‑perfect results.
About You
- 10+ years of digital design experience, with heavy emphasis on marketing websites, microsites, and interactive storytelling; at least 3+ years in a leadership role.
- A portfolio demonstrating high‑end web design (A rich UI, fluid UX, and strong motion sensibilities.
- Deep expertise in UI/UX principles and site architecture; understand modern front‑end development capabilities (HTML/CSS/JS/WebGL) to communicate with developers.
- Expert‑level proficiency in Figma and familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite; knowledge of prototyping tools such as Protopie, Principle is a plus.
- Proven client presence with the ability to command a room and present creative work with confidence and strategic clarity.
- Resilience, curiosity, and a maker mindset that believes details are the design.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Creative Excellence: Deliver web work that sets a new standard for the brand and garners industry recognition such as FWA, A Webby.
- Engagement: Drive higher dwell time, interaction rates, and convey product magic.Team Leadership: Cultivate a team of designers excited to push boundaries and grow under your mentorship.
- Client Trust: Establish yourself as the go‑to expert for digital web innovation within the client organization.
Benefits & Compensation
- 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 emphasis on personal well‑being.
- Career growth in a disruptor space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network.
- Globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups.
- Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth.
Salary Range: $160,000—$175,000 USD
Return to Office Policy
This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within commuting distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week, subject to the company’s then‑current RTO policy.
EEO & Inclusion Statement
We believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds who are excited to contribute to our mission.
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