Creative Director

Job Title: Creative Director

Location: San Antonio

Type: Full-Time | Department: Creative

About Us:

The Wood Agency is an award-winning creative agency that thrives on transforming big ideas into powerful, impactful campaigns. We specialize in helping brands tell their stories in unique and innovative ways across all platforms. We're a dynamic, fast-paced team that values creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering outstanding results for our clients.

The Role:

We’re looking for a visionary Creative Director with a keen eye for design and an appetite for innovation. As our new creative leader, you’ll be the visionary behind high-impact, digital-first campaigns, and engaging brand experiences while delivering results. You will guide the creative direction of multiple client projects, collaborating with designers, copywriters, strategists, and clients to create memorable, engaging campaigns that push boundaries and deliver results.

You’ll work closely with clients, creatives, and strategists to turn ideas into interactive, user-friendly masterpieces that live across campaigns through print, broadcast, websites, social media, and everything in between.

If you're a bold thinker, a leader who thrives in an innovative environment, and someone who can turn big ideas into real-world impact, we'd love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead with Vision: You’ll guide and inspire a talented creative team across multiple disciplines, including design, copywriting, digital strategy, and video production.
• Campaign Strategy: Collaborate with clients and account teams to develop compelling, results-driven creative strategies that align with client objectives.
• Digital Mastermind: From pixel-perfect websites to eye-catching digital ads, you’ll bring bold ideas to life across multiple digital channels. You know what works online and how to make it shine.
• Concept to Execution: Oversee the creation of innovative, award-worthy concepts for integrated marketing campaigns, digital, social, print, and broadcast media. You’ll ensure that every pixel, interaction, and copy choice is spot-on.
• Collaborate Like a Pro: Foster a collaborative and productive environment that encourages new ideas and creative thinking. Mentor and guide junior creatives, providing constructive feedback and career development.
• Keep Us Fresh: You’ll be our go-to for the latest trends in branding, web design, digital storytelling, consumer insights, and emerging tech. We want you to push the envelope on what’s possible to keep our work fresh, relevant, and ahead of the curve.
• Client Rock Star: You’ll be the face of creative for our clients, presenting ideas, explaining your concepts, and winning them over with your strategic vision and creative confidence.
• Mentor & Inspire: Lead a team of talented creatives and elevate their work by offering guidance, feedback, and support – all while keeping the vibe fun, fresh, and collaborative.

What You Need:

• Experience: 5 years of creative leadership experience with a strong portfolio showcasing killer range of diverse creative work, including jaw-dropping video production expertise. Proven track record of leading successful campaigns across various media channels.
• Creative Visionary: You’re not just looking for what’s “good” – you’re chasing what’s next. You push boundaries, experiment, and make bold creative choices that pay off.
• Digital Savvy: You live and breathe the digital world – websites, apps, interactive experiences, social media, and all the tools that make digital magic happen.
• Leadership Skills: You’re a born leader who knows how to inspire and manage a team of creatives. You’ll foster a culture of creativity and collaboration while keeping things fun.
• Client Whisperer: You can translate client needs into creative solutions, and confidently pitch your ideas with a persuasive and engaging presentation style.
• Tech-Savvy: You’re comfortable with the tools of the trade – Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, and the like. Plus, you have a solid understanding of design principles and web technologies.
• Team Player: You’ll be working with cross-functional teams, so being a great collaborator is key. You’re cool under pressure and can juggle multiple projects while keeping the creative spirit alive.
• Passion for Trends: You’re always keeping an eye on digital trends, design innovations, and emerging tech – and you know how to apply them to make our work stand out.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO and holiday schedule
• Professional development opportunities and a culture of learning
• A team that knows how to balance hard work with play (and a few virtual happy hours!)

How to Apply:

Think you're the one? We want to hear from you! Send us your resume, portfolio, and a quick note on why you’re the perfect fit for the role. Be sure to showcase any relevant case studies or projects that showcase your leadership and creative work. All the work that makes you proud – we want to see the magic you can create.