Creative Director
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
We’re partnering with a creative-led agency that specializes in crafting compelling brand experiences across real estate, luxury goods, hospitality, education, and professional services sectors. Their work is built on long-term client relationships and a deep commitment to delivering high-impact, integrated campaigns that span print, digital, video, and experiential channels.
As the Creative Director, you’ll lead a talented in-house design team and an extended network of freelance creatives. From driving concept development to refining execution, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the agency’s creative output and mentoring the next generation of creative talent. This is a highly collaborative, roll-up-your-sleeves environment, perfect for a strategic thinker with a sharp design sensibility and a passion for coaching others.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead ideation and execution of integrated campaigns across digital, print, video, and experiential platforms
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Present creative rationale and concepts to internal stakeholders and senior leadership
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Guide and mentor a team of senior and intermediate designers, supporting their growth and development
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Oversee a roster of freelance talent, including writers, designers, and video professionals
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Ensure briefs are clear, strategically aligned, and actionable
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Maintain high creative standards and alignment with brand tone, voice, and visual identity
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Provide feedback that sharpens execution and fosters team confidence, especially in presentations
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Collaborate closely with client services and strategy teams, maintaining final ownership of creative direction
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Contribute to business growth by identifying opportunities to expand creative services within existing accounts
Ideal Candidate
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A seasoned creative leader with a strong foundation in design and concept development
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Proven ability to lead and execute integrated campaigns across multiple mediums
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Comfortable presenting ideas and rationale to senior leadership and clients
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Experience managing and mentoring in-house creatives and freelance contributors
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A natural collaborator who thrives in fast-paced environments and leads with humility
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Skilled in providing actionable feedback and inspiring confidence in others
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Background in real estate or luxury sectors is a strong asset, but not required
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Highly organized with the ability to manage seasonal spikes in workload
This hybrid role based in Calgary is a rare opportunity to join a respected agency with a loyal client base and a passionate team. You’ll have the runway to shape the agency’s creative direction, elevate team performance, and produce award-worthy work in an environment that values purpose, partnership, and progress.
Apply today!