Creative Director

El Segundo, CA (On-site)

$125K/yr – $150K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job Summary

Own and shepherd integrated campaigns from concept to delivery, partnering with account teams to shape strategy, drive craft, and mentor the in-house creative group.

  • Lead concept and copy across integrated campaigns
  • Present work to senior clients and adapt quickly

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead concept and copy across integrated campaigns spanning broadcast, digital, social, experiential, print, retail, and emerging platforms, while providing art direction and design guidance to the broader team.
  • Own projects holistically from brief to concept to final delivery—scoping the creative approach, driving the work forward independently, and ensuring excellence in craft, originality, and execution.
  • Serve as a creative strategist: partner with the account team on client planning, bring creative recommendations to the table, and propose ways to extend concepts across audiences—including dealer-level programs for automotive clients.
  • Present work and creative rationale confidently to senior clients; take in feedback openly and constructively, and adapt or rework ideas quickly when client direction shifts.
  • Communicate with clarity and presence in every setting—in-person presentations, multi-stakeholder video calls, and written client communication alike.
  • Translate business objectives and audience insights into clear creative direction that drives smart, effective, and distinctive work.
  • Develop, mentor, and inspire the in-house creative team through direct, timely feedback that strengthens creative thinking and raises performance.
  • Ensure creative consistency across all channels and touchpoints so the brand experience feels cohesive, intentional, and premium.
  • Stay current on cultural insights, platform changes, and category trends, with a strong point of view on what matters, particularly for automotive audiences.
  • Model Sweet Spot’s values through high ownership, a solutions mindset, and a willingness to do whatever it takes to help the team and our clients win.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of creative experience in an integrated agency environment, with a track record of leading creative from concept through delivery.
  • Exceptional conceptual and copywriting skills, with a portfolio that shows ideas driven by language and storytelling as much as visuals.
  • Dual fluency in copy and art: able to lead copy directly while credibly directing design, motion, and production partners.
  • Proven creative-strategist instincts—comfortable working alongside account teams to shape recommendations and grow client engagements, not just execute briefs.
  • Entrepreneurially wired: self-directed, resourceful, and effective with minimal structure, process, or oversight.
  • A true collaborator—low ego, generous with the team, and receptive to client feedback; someone who integrates into a close-knit shop rather than steamrolling it.
  • Confident, credible client-facing presence with excellent presentation and communication skills, in person and on camera.
  • Hands-on leadership style: able to direct, mentor, and jump in to solve problems or elevate work when needed.
  • Automotive experience strongly preferred (consumer + dealer audiences), but not required.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Sweet Spot Media

Sweet Spot Media is a full-service agency dedicated to pushing the limits of advertising and marketing. No matter the medium, the message or the placement, we’re here to make sure you are heard. And followed. And liked. And shared. Whatever your marketing needs, we know how to hit the Sweet Spot.

Founded in 2012
El Segundo, California, USA
20 employees

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