Creative Director - Marketing and Communications at Art Center College of Design | Pasadena, CA | $120K/yr – $126K/yr

Creative Director - Marketing and Communications

Pasadena, CA (Unknown)

$120K/yr – $126K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

Job Summary

Lead and oversee ArtCenter’s creative function, translating institutional goals into compelling brand and campaign work across digital, print, and environmental channels.

Drive brand systems, visual identities, and governance
Guide multi-channel campaigns and creative production with internal teams and external partners

Job Description

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Advertising, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field from an accredited college or institution
Minimum of 8 years of professional creative experience, including at least 5 years leading creative projects, campaigns, or teams
Demonstrated success in leading creative functions within complex organizations, agencies, nonprofits, or corporate environments
Strong portfolio showcasing brand development, integrated marketing campaigns, visual storytelling, and measurable organizational or business impact
Demonstrated expertise in concept development, visual design, art direction, and creative execution across multiple channels, including digital, print, social media, video, and environmental design
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and other industry-standard creative tools, with the ability to execute work at a professional level
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools
Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining brand systems, visual identity standards, and creative governance processes
Proven ability to translate organizational goals, audience insights, and marketing objectives into compelling creative solutions
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on creative production and project execution

Preferred

Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or institution
Experience in higher education, enrollment marketing, advancement, fundraising, or other mission-driven organizations
Experience working in both agency and in-house creative environments
Experience leading brand refreshes, major institutional campaigns, or organizational transformation initiatives
Working knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices for digital and print communications

Salaries

Posted range

$120K/yr – $126K/yr

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