Creative Director Job at DesignX Community (Portland)

Creative Director

DesignX Community

Location:
United States , Portland

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Job Description:

The Stumptown Creative Director is a hands-on visionary, leading the creative expression of our iconic brand. This role is responsible for driving brand relevance, consumer engagement, and business growth through integrated campaigns, marketing materials, and brand activations. Oversee the creative process from concept to completion—ensuring alignment with business objectives, brand identity, and consumer trends. In partnership with marketing leadership and cross-functional teams, guide the evolution of the Stumptown brand while leading and mentoring a high-performing in-house creative team.

Job Responsibility:

Drive brand relevance, consumer engagement, and business growth through the creation and execution of campaigns, marketing materials, and activations
Translate business objectives into clear creative strategies
Oversee the creative process from concept to completion, ensuring that all design elements have a consistent voice, tone and visual direction
Collaborate with the Head of Marketing, sales channel leads, and cross-functional partners to develop integrated campaigns
Continue to evolve the brand, staying true to our heritage and values while remaining relevant with current and emerging audiences
Manage and lead creative reviews and presentations
Lead and supervise the work of the creative team, ensuring high standards of design and brand consistency
Together with the Marketing Coordinator, establish and manage creative timelines
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture that encourages innovation, growth, and excellence
Act as a connector and problem-solver across departments
Hands-on design in addition to leadership
Stay current with industry trends, innovation, our consumer and competitors
Oversee the creative budget
Make recommendations on resource allocation to deliver project goals
Manage, mentor and develop the two members of the in-house design team
Provide direction to external agencies, freelance copy writers and designers as needed

Requirements:

7+ years of experience in a creative or design role
At least 3 years in a Creative Director, Art Director, or similar leadership position
Bachelor's degree in art, graphic design, marketing, or a related field
A strong portfolio that includes brand development work (e.g., brand books, style guides), multichannel campaigns, and measurable business results
Highly skilled in the full Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop and Indesign) and Figma
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success collaborating cross-functionally across teams
Exceptional communication and presentation skills and the ability to effectively convey creative ideas and concepts
Deep understanding of multichannel marketing, creative KPIs, and performance metrics
Strong planning and organizational skills
proactive problem solver
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver on deadlines
adaptable to change
Experience collaborating on projects with internal and external partners with lean budgets during periods of aggressive growth
Ability and desire to work with a diverse population with an eye for equity and inclusion
Repetitive use of computer
Frequent written and verbal communication with co-workers and external partners
Required to climb stairs and lift up to 20 pounds

What we offer:

Competitive salary and bonus structure
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flex Spending Accounts
Company-paid and supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Hospital, Critical Illness and Long Term Disability insurance
Paid New Parent Leave
Short-Term Disability insurance or paid leave programs
9 paid holidays (plus 1 personal holiday)
Vacation
Sick leave benefits
Paid HumansKind (Volunteer) hours
Employee discount
401(k) savings plan with employer match

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 11, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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