Creative Director, AI/Experiential

About the Team The Trust at The Wall Street Journal.
About the Role This Creative Director leads end-to-end creative development for The Trust at The Wall Street Journal, driving work from concept through execution. The role focuses on integrating cutting‑edge AI capabilities into premium content and real‑world brand experiences, while also expanding our live content programs and events.
Responsibilities Own and articulate the creative vision for AI‑informed content and experiential programs from strategy through live execution.
Direct the overarching creative strategy and execution, leveraging AI tools and experiences to drive innovation, efficiency, and high‑quality design.
Anticipate issues and develop tailored solutions to solve complex creative challenges, ensuring projects are delivered on time and adhere to brand standards.
Communicate with diverse stakeholders and influence decisions by partnering with cross‑functional teams to seamlessly integrate AI technologies into the creative process.
Lead cross‑functional teams across editorial, product, design, and client services to develop innovative formats, immersive storytelling, and interactive brand moments.
Integrate AI‑assisted workflows (prompting, rapid prototyping, generative tools) into the creative process to enhance speed, insight, and originality.
Ensure all work reflects the premium standards, cultural authority, and brand integrity of WSJ.
Present concepts confidently to senior stakeholders and clients, translating complex ideas into compelling narratives.
Oversee production and experiential delivery, maintaining high craft and measurable business impact.
Qualifications 12+ years of creative direction experience across experiential, brand, or integrated marketing environments.
Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams and large‑scale experiential initiatives.
Fluency in AI‑enabled creative tools and workflows (e.g., generative content, rapid prototyping, data‑informed personalization).
Strong strategic thinking paired with exceptional storytelling and presentation skills.
Portfolio showcasing premium craft, cultural fluency, and results‑driven campaigns.
Ability to operate at both conceptual and executional levels in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
Benefits Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Education Benefits
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Family Care Benefits
Commuter Transit Program
Subscription Discounts
Employee Referral Program
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Compensation Base Pay Range: $165,000 - $205,000
Business Area Dow Jones - Media Sales
Job Category Editorial/Journalism
Union Status Non‑Union

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