Creative Director, Communications & Engagement, Gap Inc.

Gap - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Francisco, CA

Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers

About the position

The Creative Director, Communications & Engagement at Gap Inc. is a pivotal role focused on storytelling and creativity to enhance the corporate brand's perception. This leader will collaborate closely with executive leadership to elevate creative excellence and empower their team. The position requires a seasoned creative leader with extensive experience in developing impactful campaigns across various media, while also serving as a mentor and source of inspiration for the creative team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ideation process and visualize campaign concepts through sketching, storyboarding, design, copywriting, wireframing, and/or prototyping.
• Concept and oversee end-to-end creative development to ensure quality and style align with brand guidelines and campaign objectives.
• Own the end-to-end creative workflow, including process, tools, and stakeholder engagement.
• Inspire great design within the team and influence others to drive efficient decision-making.
• Manage and prioritize creative resources (internal and freelance) to meet competing needs from various stakeholders in partnership with a Creative Producer.
• Partner with Communication teams to merge creative needs with strategic insight.
• Oversee the development of creative assets for paid and owned platforms, including website, Intranet, and social media campaign assets.
• Oversee all video and photo concepting and production in partnership with the Creative Producer.
• Design targeted on-brand employee experiences in partnership with Talent Management.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure delivery of on-time, high-quality deliverables.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in creative roles across physical and digital experience design.
• Minimum of 5+ years managing a studio team of diverse creative talent.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience in a Creative Director position.
• Impressive portfolio showcasing best-in-class solutions.
• Ability to lead creative ideation and execution end-to-end.
• Experience in collecting and synthesizing input from stakeholders to create differentiating solutions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in motion, animation, and sound design, UX/UI design, multimedia.
• Strong storytelling and presentation skills.

Benefits

• 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• Competitive Paid Time Off plan.
• Up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of choice.
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of base pay.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.