Creative Director

ABOUT THE SHADE STORE At The Shade Store, we have handcrafted the finest Shades, Blinds and Drapery for 75 years.
We believe designing beautiful custom window treatments should be an effortless experience, so we offer outstanding services to help our customers every step of the way, from inspiration to installation.
WHY WORK AT THE SHADE STORE We set out to create a company culture that is enjoyable, rewarding, and where there is continuous upward mobility and growth opportunity.
If you work hard, give the company your all, use good judgment, and have a positive attitude then the sky’s the limit.
In return, there are numerous perks and benefits including: Competitive compensation Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits Generous Paid Time Off inclusive of holidays and flexible floating holidays 401k retirement plan with company matching THE POSITION: The Creative Director will be a visionary leader responsible for driving the creative direction and strategy of The Shade Store.
Reporting directly to the CMO, you will play a pivotal role in elevating our brand presence, ensuring creative excellence across all channels.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the creative vision at the highest level while leading the team to enhance the organization’s visual identity in alignment with overall company objectives.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and articulate a compelling creative vision aligned with the company’s objectives Lead the creative team in translating business goals into innovative and impactful visual and conceptual solutions Oversee the evolution of our brand identity, ensuring consistency across all creative assets and touchpoints Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate brand messaging and design into various aspects of the business Lead the conceptualization and execution of integrated marketing campaigns, ensuring they align with brand guidelines and resonate with our target audience Collaborate closely with marketing and other teams to bring creative concepts to life across diverse channels Work closely with key stakeholders to align creative strategies with overarching business objectives Manage the creative budget effectively, allocating resources to maximize impact and achieve strategic goals Stay informed of industry trends, technologies and best practices to enhance the team’s creative capabilities REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Design or another related field 8-10 years of experience as a Creative Director or in a senior leadership role.
Strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative projects and campaigns Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing creative teams In-depth knowledge of design principles, brand development, and marketing strategies Demonstrated ability to develop and implement creative strategies that align with luxury brand positioning and company goals Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts to cross-functional teams to drive results Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills Proficient in industry-standard design and project management tools THE SHADE STORE offer is contingent upon: Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States for The Shade Store, which will be confirmed by E-Verify within three business days of your hire date The salary range for this position is $275k-$300k commensurate with experience.
The Shade Store provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.