Old Navy Senior Creative Director, Art Direction

OverviewOld Navy Senior Creative Director, Art Direction – BoF CareersAbout Old NavyForget what you know about old-school industry rules. When you work at Old Navy, you're choosing a different path. From day one, we've been on a mission to democratize fashion and make shopping fun again. Our teams make style accessible to everyone, creating high-quality, must-have fashion essentials for the whole family, with love, season after season.We opened our first store in 1994 in San Francisco and have been on a roll ever since. We cultivate a community of playful personalities that thrive in a fast-paced environment where our employees can be their most authentic selves. Here, we're family.The RoleAs the Senior Creative Director at Old Navy, you will be the strategic creative leader responsible for developing and executing compelling visual storytelling across all brand touchpoints. In this role, you will translate marketing strategy into innovative, culturally relevant creative campaigns that elevate the Old Navy brand, inspire customers, and drive business results. You'll lead a team of Creative Directors, Art Directors, and Designers while partnering closely with Marketing, Merchandising, Styling, and other cross-functional leaders. Your creative vision will shape how our brand comes to life through photography, design, digital content, and in-store experiences, ensuring a consistent and distinctive brand presence that resonates with our target audience.ResponsibilitiesLead the conceptualization and development of seasonal campaign concepts and integrated marketing initiativesServe as the ultimate approver and accountable leader for campaign creative from concept to execution to deliveryPartner with senior leadership to align creative vision with business objectives and marketing strategiesOversee and approve creative briefs, campaign concepts, and execution plansApprove and be accountable for brand and product imagery (campaign, open primaries, signage) for site, email, in-store and paid mediaApprove photographer selection, on-set mood/direction, locations, studio sets, and hair/makeup overall directionDrive innovative approaches to visual storytelling, photography, design, and brand expressionMentor and develop Creative Directors and other creative talentBuild and lead high-performing creative teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellenceOversee resource planning and prioritization across multiple projects and seasonsProvide clear direction, feedback, and inspiration to creative team membersCollaborate with partner teams (Editorial, Styling, Digital, Marketing) to ensure integrated executionUphold and evolve the Old Navy brand identity and positioningBalance creative vision with commercial objectives to deliver work that is distinctive and effectiveStay ahead of cultural, design, and industry trends to inform creative strategyWho You Are15+ years of creative experience with at least 8-10 years in leadership roles at major consumer brandsProven track record developing innovative, market-leading campaigns that drive business resultsExceptional portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, creative vision, and versatilityDeep expertise in creative direction, photography, art direction, and integrated marketingExperience leading multidisciplinary creative teams across various channels and touchpointsStrong understanding of retail, fashion, and consumer marketingOutstanding communication, presentation, and storytelling abilitiesStrategic mindset with the ability to translate business objectives into creative solutionsCollaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire and influence at all levelsExperience partnering effectively with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Merchandising, and DigitalBachelor's degree in Design, Fine Arts, Communications, or related creative fieldBenefits At Old NavyMerchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay.Employee stock purchase plan.Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.See more of the benefits we offer.Salary Range: $195,800 - $269,300 USD. Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08