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Creative Development Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

The Creative Director guides the creative team in the conception, development, and execution of campaigns that express brand personality with craft, content integrity, and high production value. This ...

The Creative Director guides the creative team in the conception, development, and execution of campaigns that express brand personality with craft, content integrity, and high production value. This ...

Creative Director We have a TALL order The Creative Director is responsible for the management and ... Manage the career development of direct reports and the reporting chain as a whole. * Manage the ...

Creative Director We have a TALL order The Creative Director is responsible for the management and ... We're looking for a TEAM builder Manage the career development of direct reports and the reporting ...

Lead the conception and development of groundbreaking, social-first campaigns and non-traditional ... Apply your QSR expertise to craft creative solutions that meet unique industry challenges and ...

Creative Director

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$149K - $256K/yr

The Creative Director position is integral to shaping Alliant's brand, its creative services ... and providing career development planning and opportunities. Responsible for hire, fire ...

Creative Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$149K - $256K/yr

The Creative Director position is integral to shaping Alliant's brand, its creative services ... and providing career development planning and opportunities. Responsible for hire, fire ...

Creative Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$87K - $106K/yr

Creative Designer Location: Chicago, IL Office : 3 days/week in South Loop office Reports to ... development, with a core focus on refining and elevating machine-generated content. You'll work ...

Creative Director, Copy

Chicago, IL · On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

Drive concept development for pitches, campaigns, and brand planning, leading teams in brainstorming and ideation. * Present and advocate for creative work to clients and team members, confidently ...

Drive concept development for pitches, campaigns, and brand planning, leading teams in brainstorming and ideation. * Present and advocate for creative work to clients and team members, confidently ...

A portfolio thatdemonstratesstrong conceptual thinking and exceptional craft - including work developed or accelerated through AI-enabled workflows. * Advancedproficiencyin Adobe Creative Suite ...

Campaign Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $110K/yr

Co-leads creative development process, ensuring that execution aligns with the brand platform while tailoring messaging and design for targeted audience segments and channel activation. Collaborates ...

We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics ... Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others. Win Together I ...

Co-leads creative development process, ensuring that execution aligns with the brand platform while tailoring messaging and design for targeted audience segments and channel activation. Collaborates ...

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How much do creative development jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for creative development in Chicago, IL is $92,997.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $133,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Creative Development job?

A Creative Development job involves generating and refining ideas for various media projects, such as films, advertisements, video games, or marketing campaigns. Professionals in this role research trends, brainstorm concepts, create story outlines, and collaborate with writers, designers, and producers to bring ideas to life. They ensure that creative projects align with brand goals and audience preferences. This role requires strong storytelling abilities, strategic thinking, and an understanding of different media formats.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Creative Development position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Creative Development, you need a strong background in ideation, visual storytelling, and project management, often supported by a degree in a related field such as marketing, design, or communications. Familiarity with creative software like Adobe Creative Suite, project management tools (e.g., Trello, Asana), and digital content platforms is typically expected. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills set successful candidates apart in this role. These abilities are crucial for driving innovative projects that meet client or organizational objectives and for ensuring smooth workflow within multidisciplinary teams.

What are some typical projects or responsibilities for professionals working in Creative Development?

Professionals in Creative Development are often responsible for conceptualizing and overseeing the execution of advertising campaigns, branded content, and multimedia projects. Daily tasks may include brainstorming creative concepts, developing storyboards or mood boards, collaborating with designers and writers, and presenting ideas to clients or stakeholders. The role frequently involves managing project timelines, ensuring deliverables align with brand guidelines, and adapting creative strategies based on feedback. This dynamic environment encourages innovation and close teamwork, making it a great fit for those who enjoy a fast-paced and collaborative work culture.

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Infographic showing various Creative Development job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,997 per year, or $44.7 per hour.
Manager, Creative Director, Retail Bank

Manager, Creative Director, Retail Bank

Capital One

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


Capital One rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 141 rated banks


Job description

Manager, Creative Director, Retail Bank

Capital One is looking for an innovative creative leader with a history of results and a modern, elevated portfolio. This role will support brand building and performance marketing for our Retail Bank and Cafe teams. Based on your experience, you will either lead our site team or integrated campaigns across a range of channels including email, web, direct mail, paid digital, video, and out of home. You'll use your digital or omni-channel creative skills and exceptional taste to support a broad set of marketing and creative needs. If you're a champion of strategic ideas with outstanding leadership chops and a customer-focused marketing background, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

  • Lead and inspire the team to develop strategically-grounded, insight-driven creative.

  • Manage creative talent (Art Directors, Graphic Designers and Copywriters) including a mix of full-time associates, contractors, and agencies.

  • Empower and inspire full-time associates through coaching, and help them develop in their careers.

  • Collaborate with marketing strategists and internal business clients to understand customer needs, positively influencing marketing strategy and the customer experience.

  • Demonstrate expert knowledge of advertising and marketing trends and translate business intent into creative strategies and executions that market products effectively.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the intended audience; interprets market research and tests results, and uses findings to focus targeted marketing messages.

  • Build and maintain relationships with a network of partner groups (digital, operations, legal, etc.) to anticipate and proactively address obstacles and establish Brand Creative as a strategic thought partner.

  • Present and influence with a convincing and inspiring style to increase buy-in and open the door for new opportunities-both for your team and department.

Who you are:

You want to be an EVIDENCE-BASED MARKETER who...

As an INDIVIDUAL:

  • Your curiosity is endless. There's always something else to learn.

  • You're flexible and not afraid of change-in fact you welcome the challenge.

  • You share your point of view, but seek out what might be missing and listen.

  • You have big ideas and know the best ones are driven by proof, persistence and patience.

  • You're a storyteller. You simplify the complex and compel your audience to act.

  • You know how to enjoy yourself. While fun isn't mandatory, it certainly seems to follow you.

  • You care-about the work, your team and the customers you serve.

As a LEADER:

  • You value authenticity over perfection. You lead with empathy, vulnerability and honesty.

  • You deeply invest in understanding the humans around you.

  • You say what needs to be said and work hard to find the right words.

  • You're an expert. You also know when you're not and need to find one.

  • You use all this to make things happen, create amazing work and inspire others.

Candidates must provide a portfolio of their creative work for consideration

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or military experience

  • At least 3 years of experience leading creative teams

  • At least 5 years of experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Creative portfolio that includes produced work for website design and integrated marketing campaigns

  • 5 or more years of experience as a Creative Director

  • 2 or more years of experience directly managing a creative team

  • 2 or more years of experience in digital design software (ex. Figma, Adobe XD, etc.)

  • Experience at a large in-house creative team

  • Experience working with a Fortune 100 brand

  • Experience storyboarding, sketching or wireframing CX and UI/UX

  • Experience with premarket and in market testing tools

  • Experience leveraging GAI, personalization and optimization tools in creative development and marketing

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Chicago, IL: $138,100 - $157,700 for Manager, Creative


McLean, VA: $151,900 - $173,400 for Manager, Creative


New York, NY: $165,700 - $189,200 for Manager, Creative


Richmond, VA: $138,100 - $157,700 for Manager, Creative








Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).


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