Creative Director

$190,900 - $266,700/Yr

Bio-Rad Laboratories - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Senior

Los Angeles, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Creative Director at Bio-Rad Creative Studio is a visionary leader responsible for elevating the brand through exceptional creative strategic thinking and storytelling. This role requires inspiring teams to push creative boundaries while aligning high-quality work with organizational strategies and project goals. The Creative Director will foster strong relationships with teams and clients, collaborate with peers and leadership, and confidently present and defend ideas to drive remarkable business outcomes across various channels.

Responsibilities

• Inspire innovative thinking and efficient project strategies.
• Support and foster team development.
• Acknowledge and celebrate team contributions.
• Clearly articulate and communicate shared goals and vision.
• Lead with passion and a focus on high performance and execution.
• Build a culture of engagement and commitment within the team.
• Offer clear, constructive feedback and creative direction.
• Uphold and enforce quality control standards.
• Lead conceptual creative development while ensuring brand consistency.
• Defend creative approaches that align with project goals.
• Track and report on successes and areas for improvement.
• Mentor the team on creative processes and brand messaging.
• Develop creative strategies that meet business objectives.
• Champion new ideas and guide them through the organization.
• Enhance team performance by providing learning and development opportunities.
• Define clear expectations and create pathways for career advancement.
• Mentor team members to foster both professional and personal growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; MFA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years professional experience as an art director or copywriter.
• Minimum 5 years management experience in leading creative teams.
• Portfolio required.
• In-house agency experience desired; external agency experience preferred.
• Demonstrated creative conceptualization skills.
• Healthcare/Biotech experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Expertise in creative disciplines such as design, copywriting, and video production.
• Skilled in using industry-standard software and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of brand development and multichannel B2B marketing.
• Proactive in identifying problems and ensuring effective communication.
• Keen attention to detail with strong delegation capabilities.
• Strong influence and negotiation skills.
• Solid understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive medical plans for you and your family.
• Free HSA funds.
• New fertility offering with stipend.
• Group life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401k plus profit sharing.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Upgraded mental health platform.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Education benefits.
• Student debt relief program.
• Pet insurance.
• Wellness challenges and support.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERG's).