What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Creative Director (Gaming) position at Thinkingbox?
Who We Are
Hi! We’re Thinkingbox, a brand experience agency shaping the future through craft and curiosity. Our team brings together unique perspectives in design, technology, and strategy to push boundaries and create innovative work for our clients. We’re a curious bunch that loves to think big, learn continuously, and collaborate. We love our culture and the natural collaboration that happens in and around our offices, from hanging out with our office dogs to fun weekly events, we maintain a vibrant work environment. However, for 4 weeks a year we encourage our people to explore the world. Try working from another office or even the beaches of Mexico and expand your worldview, then bring that experience back to the team.
The Opportunity
We’re searching for a Group Creative Director with a design-first approach and deep expertise in gaming to lead and shape the creative direction for a portfolio of gaming-focused clients. Based in Los Angeles, the GCD will oversee multiple creative teams, ensuring they consistently deliver exceptional work that resonates with gaming audiences. As a senior leader, you’ll push boundaries, foster innovation, and help expand Thinkingbox’s creative impact in the gaming space.
What You'll Be Doing
- Oversee Creative Vision: Lead the creative strategy and vision across multiple gaming accounts and projects, from ideation to execution, ensuring work meets the highest standards of creativity and design.
- Multi-Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of Creative Directors, Art Directors, Designers, Writers, and Strategists, fostering a culture of collaboration and creative excellence.
- Design Leadership: Ensure all creative output is design-forward and aligned with client goals, guiding teams to produce visually compelling and strategically sound work.
- Client Partnership: Act as a trusted creative partner to senior-level client stakeholders, advocating for innovative ideas and solutions while balancing business objectives.
- Cross-Platform Innovation: Lead creative development for campaigns spanning digital, social, experiential, and interactive media, with an emphasis on creating engaging content for gaming communities.
- Strategic Growth: Partner with the new business team to pitch and win new projects within the gaming sector, providing thought leadership and big-picture creative concepts.
- Trendspotting & Inspiration: Stay ahead of design and gaming industry trends, emerging platforms, and technologies to inform and inspire teams and clients.
What You Bring
- 10 years of experience in senior creative roles, including 5 years in a Creative Director or Group Creative Director capacity, with a focus on gaming or interactive experiences.
- Design Expertise: A proven background in design, art direction, or creative production, with a portfolio showcasing high-impact visual campaigns and digital experiences.
- Gaming Knowledge: Experience working with or for gaming companies, studios, or brands. A deep understanding of gaming culture, player behaviors, and platform-specific engagement.
- Creative Leadership: Demonstrated success in managing and mentoring large creative teams across multiple projects, ensuring cohesion and consistent delivery of best-in-class work.
- Strategic Thinker: Ability to balance creative vision with strategic business objectives and drive creative solutions that deliver results for both the client and the agency.
- Client Engagement: Excellent presentation and client management skills, with experience leading high-stakes pitches and presentations.
- Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Strong ability to collaborate with production, strategy, and tech teams to bring big ideas to life.
- Passion for Gaming: Genuine enthusiasm for gaming and creating experiences that excite and engage audiences.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with emerging tech, including AR, VR, or interactive storytelling.
- Experience with esports, gaming influencers, and content creation for platforms like Twitch or YouTube Gaming.
- Understanding of game development tools like Unreal Engine or Unity.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Opportunity to work on high-profile gaming campaigns and brands
- Leadership role with room for creative freedom and innovation
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Professional development opportunities
Additional Info
- This role is in office Monday to Friday
- Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick days
- Regular culture and team-building events
- Employee recognition and incentive programs
- Seasonal celebrations and gatherings
- Branded company swag
- Access to industry events and learning opportunities
- Dog-friendly offices
- Unlimited coffee, drinks, and snacks
- Flexible work and travel options
- Comprehensive extended health benefits
Equal Opportunity
At Thinkingbox, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels included, valued, and heard. We believe that diversity is our creative strength, and it’s the blend of unique experiences and perspectives that drives our best problem-solving and innovation. The outcome? Greater creativity, growth, and meaningful impact. We encourage all applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or gender identity, to apply and bring their unique talents to our team.
To Apply
Thank you for applying to Thinkingbox! Please include both your resume and portfolio with your application. Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to reach out to everyone individually. However, rest assured that all applications are stored in our talent database and will be considered for future opportunities!
