Chief Creative Officer

We’re on the hunt for a Chief Creative Officer (CCO) who brings bold vision, undeniable presence, and a proven creative pedigree to help shape what’s next in advertising, storytelling, and brand experiences. This is an opportunity to lead a globally recognized, culturally‑driven creative force at the forefront of marketing and innovation. Who You Are A true creative leader—with a proven track record as a chief creative officer, executive creative leader, or equivalent at top‑tier agencies or brand‑side leadership roles. Known and respected in the industry, with press‑worthy campaigns and award‑winning work (Cannes Lions, D&AD, AdAge, etc.) and a history of creating work that feels measured, insight‑driven, and strategic. Charismatic and compelling—you walk into a room and people lean in. You can sell an idea, command a presentation, and make clients and creatives feel seen and inspired. A culture builder—encouraging collaboration, open‑mindedness, and a human‑first mindset, while shaping inclusive teams and mentoring talent. Comfortable moving from brand to digital to experiential, always putting creativity at the center, grounded in insight and driven by impact. Capable of translating client feedback into opportunity rather than compromise—a creative translator and visionary. What You’ll Bring 15+ years in creative leadership roles, with 5+ years as CCO or equivalent. A portfolio of culturally significant work and large‑brand campaigns that have moved business and earned accolades. Experience across brand, digital, social, content, and experiential—demonstrating breadth and depth of thinking. Strong business acumen—understanding how to build creative that works as hard as it inspires. A people‑first approach that builds trust and confidence in client, colleague, and collaborator relationships. Bonus: experience shaping creative departments at a high‑growth or global agency. The Role Lead and elevate the creative vision for .monks in North America. Inspire and mentor multi‑disciplinary creative teams, ensuring work is bold, strategic, and beautifully executed. Partner closely with leadership across strategy, production, account, and operations to shape pitch‑winning ideas and transformative campaigns. Act as an active face of .monks creatively—presenting work, pitching, and representing the firm publicly. Help architect the next era of .monks: creative at the center, collaboration at its core. Monks is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves. The firm embraces diversity of perspectives and actively works to mitigate bias in hiring. Benefits Excellent, full‑coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance. Generous PTO and 15 company‑wide holidays. 401(k) with company contribution. Paid parental leave. Work‑life balance with an emphasis on personal well‑being. Career growth in a disruptor space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network. A globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, and Cultura.Monks. Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. Salary Range: $360,000—$400,000 USD. Return to Office: If you reside within commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details will align with the company’s then‑current RTO policy, which is subject to change. #J-18808-Ljbffr