Creative Director

Tempe, AZ (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive brand strategy and creative leadership for a lean, growth-focused SaaS/agency business, owning brand identity, cross-functional alignment, and scalable creative workflow.

  • Own brand strategy, creative execution, and cross-functional GTM alignment
  • Must-have: 8–12+ years in brand or design leadership with SaaS experience
  • Standout: Experience leading contractors and influencing exec-level stakeholders in a lean growth environment

Job Description

Responsibilities
  • lead brand strategy and creative execution across the company
  • single-threaded owner of brand identity, positioning, and creative quality
  • ensure our SaaS platform, Agency services, and go-to-market efforts are cohesive, differentiated, and performance-driven
  • lead brand and creative strategy, present to executive leadership, manage external partners, and stay close to execution when needed
  • operate without a large internal team and requires strong contractor management and cross-functional influence
  • Lead concept development for campaigns, launches, and key initiatives
  • Oversee creative from brief to final delivery
  • Review and approve design, copy, and creative assets
  • Manage external designers, writers, and creative contractors effectively
  • Build scalable creative workflows that support growth
  • Ensure consistency across website, campaigns, sales enablement, product marketing, and client-facing materials
  • Translate business objectives, product positioning, and technical concepts into compelling creative direction
  • Balance long-term brand equity with short-term conversion and performance marketing goals
  • Partner with Marketing, Product, Sales, and Agency teams to align creative with GTM priorities
  • Present brand strategy, campaign concepts, and creative direction to executive teams
  • Clarify and differentiate our SaaS positioning in a competitive market
  • Develop and enforce brand guidelines (visual and messaging)
Requirements
  • 8–12+ years in brand, creative strategy, or design leadership
  • Proven experience leading brand strategy in SaaS or performance-driven digital environments
  • Deep understanding of SaaS positioning and performance marketing
  • Demonstrated ability to balance brand-building with measurable growth outcomes
  • Experience presenting to executive leadership and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
  • Strong portfolio showing conceptual thinking and execution excellence
  • Proven success managing contractors or distributed creative teams
  • Comfortable operating in a lean, high-growth environment without a large internal team
  • Excellent communication, executive presence, and strategic thinking
  • Auto parts or automotive ecommerce experience is a plus.
  • AI Fluency & Modern Tooling: Use AI-powered systems to improve decision-making, productivity, and quality of work
  • Using AI tools responsibly to accelerate research, analysis, documentation, and problem-solving
  • Exercising strong judgment around data privacy, accuracy, and ethical use
  • Continuously learning and adapting as AI capabilities evolve
  • Proven examples of using AI to improve outcomes in prior roles is expected.
Benefits
  • comprehensive employment package including competitive compensation, career development, benefits, 401K match, parental leave, and many more valuable perks.
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RevolutionParts

RevolutionParts, based in Phoenix, Arizona, accelerates parts and accessories sales across major automotive brands in North America. The company’s core focus is on delivering an enterprise-ready platform that enhances parts retail and wholesale sales. The RevolutionParts platform powers over $625M in annual sales and reaches millions of unique buyers globally.Founded in 2014, the organization is a pivotal player in the online auto parts sector, delivering robust eCommerce solutions. The platform is designed to streamline online parts sales and distribution operations, allowing sellers to reach a wide range of customers through multiple channels. These selling channels include a dealership website, dedicated web stores, and marketplaces like Amazon and eBay. RevolutionParts platform offers a broad suite of features that help streamline shipping, reduce obsolescence, cut operating costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. Beyond its software solutions, the company is deeply committed to its customers' success, providing dedicated onboarding services and ongoing support. Furthermore, customers can access specialized parts marketing services that help expand their reach and increase sales, demonstrating the company's dedication to its prosperity. RevolutionParts is more than just a parts eCommerce provider; it is a strategic partner for auto parts sellers looking to expand their online presence. With a suite of tools and unwavering support, RevolutionParts is dedicated to helping sellers thrive in a competitive market. As the company continues to grow and evolve, it remains committed to innovation and customer satisfaction, removing the friction between buying and selling parts. For more information on how RevolutionParts can help you sell more parts and accessories, visit www.revolutionparts.com.

Founded in 2013
Tempe, Arizona, USA
148 employees (28 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
200.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
19.6%
Direct
67.5%
Referral
12.1%
Social
0.5%
Paid
0.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~148

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
25 (17% of company)