Creative Director (onsite)

Our fintech client is seeking a seasoned creative leader for a 7-month interim engagement covering a parental leave. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a highly visible role, providing strategic direction and hands-on creative leadership for a high-performing, self-sufficient team.

About the role

This position is onsite 3 days a week in New York City. The ideal candidate will bring a polished executive presence, exceptional creative instincts, and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to both internal stakeholders and external agency partners while championing best-in-class creative execution across the organization.

• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 7-Month Contract
• Hours: 40 hours/week
• Industry: Fintech

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and creative oversight for a high-performing in-house creative team.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop designers through thoughtful guidance, regular design reviews, and professional development opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted sounding board for the creative team, helping elevate ideas and execution.
• Lead executive-level conversations and represent the creative team's vision with key stakeholders across the business.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with third-party agency partners to ensure exceptional creative output.
• Oversee team operations and workflows to foster a collaborative, efficient, and growth-oriented environment.
• Develop and implement innovative creative strategies that align with business objectives, brand standards, and industry trends.
• Lead the end-to-end creative process from concept development through final execution.
• Ensure all creative deliverables are engaging, on-brand, and resonate with the intended audience.
• Champion consistency, clarity, and creative excellence across all channels and customer touchpoints.
• Maintain and evolve the organization's visual identity while ensuring the highest standards of brand integrity.
• Partner with Product Marketing, UX, and Studio teams to deliver impactful, user-centered creative solutions across digital platforms.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in creative leadership roles, with a proven track record of producing exceptional work for global brands.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence stakeholders, lead teams, and effectively manage third-party agency relationships.
• Expertise in video production, digital design, and UX/UI principles.
• Strong conceptual thinking and strategic design development skills, with the ability and willingness to remain hands-on when needed.
• Deep understanding of brand strategy and its impact on creative development, audience perception, and business outcomes.
• Demonstrated success leading and mentoring creative teams in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience using Workfront or similar project management tools.
• Ability to balance high-level strategic leadership with day-to-day creative execution.

Notes

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. You must be currently authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa (e.g., H-1B, TN, or O visa). STEM/OPT programs are not supported. You must be physically located in and perform the work in the United States.