Director, Brand – Creative Studio

Role Overview

• Develop and execute the company's comprehensive visual and creative strategy, creating a distinctive brand identity that aligns with business objectives
• Design and implement multi-faceted creative systems to solidify the company's leadership position in the on-demand pay and financial wellness sectors
• Partner with marketing and product leaders to transform complex financial concepts into compelling, world-class visual stories that resonate with B2B and B2C audiences
• Reshape the internal creative studio from a traditional service department into a strategic partner that influences organization-wide initiatives
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of designers, copywriters, videographers, and photographers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and strategic execution
• Modernize studio operations by embracing and implementing newer technologies, including AI-driven workflows, to improve project management and creative efficiency
• Serve as the strategic creative partner to the C-suite, providing creative counsel and elevating the brand’s presence through high-impact visual assets
• Oversee the production of high-quality creative content, including brand campaigns, video production, photography, and digital design assets
• Collaborate with the Events and Communications teams to develop powerful visual narratives and presentations for high-profile industry appearances and keynotes
• Partner with the Corporate Communications and Public Policy teams to develop integrated creative strategies that reach all internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as the lead creative liaison for partners and clients, driving joint creative ventures, co-branded assets, and high-fidelity marketing collateral
• Ensure a 360-degree approach to brand consistency across every touchpoint of the organization

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in creative direction or studio management, with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Design, Communications, or a related field
• Extensive experience with industry-standard design suites and a proven ability to integrate AI and modern project management tools into a creative workflow
• A portfolio demonstrating the ability to evolve a brand and secure high-impact results is non-negotiable
• Strong verbal and written skills, with the ability to "sell" creative concepts to executive leadership and cross-functional partners
• A strategic thinker with a hands-on, proactive approach; able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Exceptional health, vision, and dental care
• Opportunity for equity ownership
• Life and AD&D, short
• and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Fun company outings and events
• Unlimited PTO
• 401K with company match