Posted 24 days ago
Creative Director
Drive Digital MarketingSan Clemente, CAFull-Time
Salary
$110,000 – $165,000
Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Workplace
Onsite
Experience
8+ years
minimum required
Applicants
0
applied so far
About the Role
Drive Digital is seeking a visionary and commercially minded Creative Director to lead the development of compelling, high-performing creative for automotive brands, dealerships, and industry partners. This leader will shape the agency's creative vision, inspire a multidisciplinary team, and ensure every campaign delivers outstanding brand experiences and measurable business results. The Creative Director will establish and maintain creative standards across the agency, translate client business objectives into distinctive campaign concepts, and lead development of brand identities, digital advertising, video, social media, and websites. They will serve as a senior creative partner to clients, presenting concepts and articulating strategic rationale, while leading creative development for new business pitches and major campaigns. This role also involves leading, mentoring, and developing a team of designers, copywriters, and video producers, fostering a collaborative culture, and establishing efficient creative workflows. The Creative Director will partner closely with account management, strategy, media, and technology teams to deliver cohesive client solutions. Additionally, this leader will champion the responsible use of AI and emerging creative technologies to improve ideation, production, personalization, and efficiency, while exploring new digital formats and interactive experiences that differentiate Drive Digital and its clients.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
8+ years of experience in advertising, digital marketing, brand design, or a related creative discipline
3+ years of experience leading creative teams or serving in a senior creative leadership role
A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional creative thinking, integrated campaigns, and measurable business impact
Experience developing creative across digital advertising, social media, video, web, and brand platforms
Strong understanding of performance marketing, customer journeys, and how creative influences business outcomes
Excellent presentation, communication, and client relationship skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders in a fast-paced agency environment
Proficiency with industry-standard creative tools and familiarity with emerging AI-enabled creative workflows
Preferred to Stand Out
Automotive industry experience, including work with dealerships, OEMs, automotive technology companies, or related brands
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