Sr Director, Brand & Creative
About Petco
We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years. From their favorite meals and toys to trusted supplies and expert support, we're here to help. With 29,000+ employees and over 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, we're committed to nurturing the pet-human bond.
Job Summary
As the Sr Director of Brand Creative, you will be responsible for shaping the creative direction of Petco’s master brand. You will lead a skilled team of creative professionals, collaborating with our clients and internal stakeholders to deliver innovative, visually striking, and effective branding solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership: Provide visionary leadership for the Petco brand and the Creative Services team, defining the creative direction, and promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure creative strategies align with business objectives.
Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a primary contact for creative services. Understand client objectives and translate them into creative strategies that drive results and exceed expectations.
Creative Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute creative strategies across all platforms and media types. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technology to continually enhance creative offerings.
Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of creative professionals, supporting their growth and development. Manage the department's workflow to meet deadlines and allocate resources effectively.
Quality Control: Ensure all creative deliverables meet high-quality standards, consistency, and brand guidelines. Oversee the review process to ensure accuracy and excellence in all creative materials.
Budget Management: Develop and manage the Creative Services budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation to meet project needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Design, or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
Proven track record of at least 12 years in a leadership role within a creative agency or marketing environment.
Demonstrated experience in retail, digital advertising, or media services is highly desirable.
Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate client goals into creative solutions.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
A deep understanding of design principles, copywriting, multimedia production, and emerging creative technologies.
Proficiency with industry-standard software and tools.
Strong project management skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
An innovative mindset with a passion for staying current with industry trends.
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.