Job Description
Are you a visionary storyteller ready to shape the future of global brand identity? Vanguard Media Collective is seeking an elite Creative Lead to helm our visual strategy department in Los Angeles. You will bridge the gap between high-concept artistic expression and measurable business growth, leading a multidisciplinary team of designers, motion artists, and copywriters.
This is a pivotal role for a creative professional who thrives in a fast-paced agency environment and possesses a deep understanding of current cultural trends in digital media.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-channel visual strategies that align with client brand pillars and marketing goals.
- Lead and mentor a creative team of designers, videographers, and content strategists.
- Oversee the entire creative production lifecycle, from initial ideation and storyboarding to final asset delivery.
- Collaborate closely with account management to translate complex business challenges into compelling visual narratives.
- Maintain brand consistency across all digital, print, and experiential touchpoints.
- Analyze creative performance metrics to optimize visual content and increase audience engagement.
- Direct high-profile photo and video shoots while ensuring the highest standards of production quality.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Communication, or equivalent professional experience.
- 6+ years of agency-side experience with a strong portfolio showcasing brand development.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro).
- Exceptional leadership skills with a proven track record of managing cross-functional creative teams.
- Deep understanding of typography, color theory, and modern digital design systems.
- Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate creative concepts to executive-level stakeholders.
- Experience in managing production budgets and timelines efficiently.