Creative Director in Phoenix, AZ

Creative Director Job Description

The creative director guides all creative projects and leads a team responsible for the overall quality of work produced by the creative department. This creative leader manages projects from concept to completion and translates marketing objectives into creative strategies. A strong design or copywriting background is preferred for this role. Five to eight years of experience and advanced leadership, communication, project management and problem-solving skills may also be required. Employers may lean toward candidates who have held or managed a range of diverse creative positions and possess a strong understanding of the business side of design.

Typical creative director duties:

Leading and directing the creative staff in the production of all advertising and marketing collateral

Ensuring that visual communication standards are met across various media

Meeting with clients or upper management to explain campaign strategies and solutions

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Salary for Creative Director in Phoenix, AZ

111925 - 179850

25th percentile

111925

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

144650

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

179850

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

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25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

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78375

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60775

74525

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