Creative Director

New York, NY (Hybrid) | Full-Time | $150,000–$180,000 base About the Role We're looking for a Creative Director to shape the visual identity of a fast-growing fashion housewares brand based in NYC. You'll lead creative direction across packaging, photography, and digital content — turning everyday home objects into desirable, fashion-forward statements across every screen and shelf. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who can set a bold creative vision and roll up their sleeves to execute it with a lean, fast‑moving team. You'll partner closely with our in‑house packaging team (design and production already covered) to make sure every box, label, and unboxing moment feels unmistakably on‑brand. What You'll Do Define and evolve the brand's creative vision across packaging, photography, and digital/social content Art direct photo and video shoots from concept to final delivery — casting, styling, sets, and post‑production Partner with our packaging team to guide creative direction on structure, materials, and finishes, ensuring packaging aligns with the broader brand world Lead the visual strategy for the brand's digital presence — website, social, email, and paid campaigns Build and mentor a small internal creative team, plus manage external photographers, stylists, and agencies Own the brand's visual identity system (typography, color, imagery, packaging aesthetics) and keep it consistent across every touchpoint Collaborate with marketing and e‑commerce to translate creative concepts into high‑converting digital campaigns Stay ahead of trends in fashion, interiors, and lifestyle content to keep the brand culturally relevant What We're Looking For 8+ years in creative direction, with experience in fashion, lifestyle, or home/housewares brands A portfolio that shows strong art direction across packaging, photography, and digital content Proven experience leading photoshoots and managing creative teams and vendors Sharp eye for detail, color, composition, and brand consistency Comfortable balancing big‑picture vision with tight production timelines and budgets Strong collaborator who thrives in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment Based in or willing to relocate to the NYC area Why Join Us Shape the visual identity of a brand at a pivotal growth stage Work alongside a robust, established packaging team — you set the vision, they help bring it to life Small, senior team — high ownership, low bureaucracy Competitive salary + benefits + creative autonomy Hybrid schedule based in our NYC studio #J-18808-Ljbffr