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Creative Job Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Creative Director

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$70K - $120K/yr

This role oversees the development of executive-, corporate-, and producer-level marketing and creative assets, ensuring that all deliverables consistently meet company brand standards and ...

Creative Director

Mission Viejo, CA · On-site

$70K - $120K/yr

This role oversees the development of executive-, corporate-, and producer-level marketing and creative assets, ensuring that all deliverables consistently meet company brand standards and ...

The Creative Director is responsible for defining and scaling Liquid I.V.'s creative vision, brand identity and creative operating model. This leader will establish the systems, talent, agency ...

Creative Lead

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Refine studio workflows and elevate creative standards * Collaborate with clients and internal teams * Design print and digital collateral for events * Edit video content and build motion graphics ...

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Creative Technologist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$95K - $120K/yr

We work with our client partners to develop creative solutions that truly move the needle. Clients range from Fortune 500-type household names to up-and-comers across a variety of industries ...

CA · On-site

$70K - $120K/yr

This role oversees the development of executive-, corporate-, and producer-level marketing and creative assets, ensuring that all deliverables consistently meet company brand standards and ...

Creative Director

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Eightfold is hiring a Creative Director to lead brand and creative company‑wide -- from visual identity to campaign execution to video production out of our HQ studio. This isn't a role that ...

The STARZ Creative team is the steward of the STARZ brand, developing premium creative that connects audiences with our original series, library content and corporate initiatives. We partner across ...

As an experienced creative that blends visionary strategic thinking and art direction, you work to inspire game-changing ideas in collaboration with our team of experts and articulate them into clear ...

Creative Strategist

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Our Creative Services team is central to that: developing the high‑performing, multimedia creative that fuels paid media campaigns across Meta, TikTok, and other channels. We're looking for a ...

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Creative Strategist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

# Creative StrategistOn Board Experiential · Los Angeles, California · Posted YesterdayFull-Time Apply Now Share:## About this role\*\*About On Board Experiential (OBE)\*\* OBE is a global marketing ...

A strategic and creative leader responsible for shaping the brand's visual identity, storytelling, and overall creative direction, ensuring the brand is expressed consistently, boldly, and ...

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Creative Designer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

* Partner with the Global Creative team of an established prestige beauty brand * Concept and design creative assets for social media, e-commerce, paid media, email, brand websites, product launches ...

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Creative Designer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$90K - $97K/yr

The Creative Designer works within the Design team to design visually compelling assets supporting all phases of creative campaigns. They will collaborate with internal and external global creatives ...

You'll own creative strategy across campaigns, from concept to performance, and play a key role in scaling how we produce and optimize creative. You'll also leverage AI as a tool to move faster, test ...

Creative Director

Tustin, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

The Creative Director at VeSync is a senior individual contributor who serves as the creative authority for Cosori and the connective tissue between Creative Services and the broader marketing ...

Navan's Marketing team is looking for a Creative Director to lead a talented, high-output creative studio that balances the prestige of a world-class brand with the relentless speed of a social-first ...

This role oversees the development of executive-, corporate-, and producer-level marketing and creative assets, ensuring that all deliverables consistently meet company brand standards and ...

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Creative Job information

What are creative jobs?

Creative jobs are professions that involve imagination, originality, and artistic skills to produce new ideas, concepts, or products. These roles can include artists, graphic designers, writers, musicians, photographers, and other positions focused on expressing ideas through different media. People in creative jobs often work in industries such as advertising, entertainment, publishing, and design, developing content that informs, entertains, or inspires others. Creativity, problem-solving, and adaptability are key skills for success in these roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Creative Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Creative Director, you need a strong background in visual design, branding, and creative strategy, often supported by a degree in design, fine arts, or a related field. Mastery of design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and experience with project management tools are typically required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills help drive teams toward innovative solutions and cohesive campaigns. These abilities ensure the consistent delivery of compelling creative work that aligns with client goals and market trends.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in creative roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in creative roles often encounter challenges such as tight deadlines, balancing client expectations with creative vision, and occasional creative blocks. Maintaining open communication with clients and team members helps ensure everyone is aligned on project goals and timelines. To overcome creative blocks, many creatives find it helpful to seek inspiration from diverse sources or collaborate with colleagues for fresh perspectives. Additionally, establishing a structured workflow can help manage multiple projects more efficiently and reduce stress.

What are popular job titles related to Creative Job jobs in California?

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What cities in California are hiring for Creative Job jobs?

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Infographic showing various Creative Job job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Creative Director

loanDepot

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

$70K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


loanDepot rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Position Summary: 

Responsible for leading the development, expansion, and alignment of the company’s brand identity and go-to-market visual strategies across B2C and B2B channels and multiple verticals. This role oversees the development of executive-, corporate-, and producer-level marketing and creative assets, ensuring that all deliverables consistently meet company brand standards and demonstrate best-in-class creative execution.

Success in this role will be measured by the timely delivery of high-quality assets, meaningful improvements to team workflows, effective adoption of AI tools, and the growth and career development of direct-report creative professionals.

Responsibilities:

  • Understands the fundamentals of loanDepot’s origination and servicing business and translates understanding and company objectives into clear creative strategies with measurable results
  • Understands the needs of the sales force and delivers creative that drives business.
  • Drives innovation by identifying and implementing new ideas, campaigns, processes, and technologies that enhance marketing effectiveness and deliver measurable business results.
  • Manages the print, digital, and video media creative process from inception through completion, ensuring that every initiative has clearly defined milestones and success criteria.
  • Ensures brand standards are consistently upheld while delivering high-quality, impactful creative that reflects best-in-class marketing practices.
  • Partners with senior leaders to develop strategic marketing initiatives, recommend solutions, and secure alignment on key priorities.
  • Provides leadership and direction to graphic and media teams, fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams and various levels of leadership in the production of creative collateral.
  • Identifies opportunities to leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance creative, marketing, and operational workflows; evaluates, implements, and optimizes solutions that improve team productivity, accelerate execution, and enable smarter, more efficient ways of working.
  • Evaluates copy and content, integrating them effectively with design output.
  • Reviews creative deliverables, offering clear direction and actionable feedback to team members to drive quality.
  • Oversees deliverables, timelines, and budgets to ensure efficient and successful project execution.
  • Leads vendor negotiations and production planning to optimize costs, quality, and execution across marketing initiatives.
  • Builds a high-performing team culture through effective coaching, timely feedback, accountability, and a commitment to achieving business and creative objectives.
  • Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree, and/or a minimum of eight (8) + years’ experience in graphic design or videography role required.  
  • Minimum five (5) + years of experience in leading creative teams and creative execution required.
  • Minimum of three (3) + years’ financial services industry experience preferred.
  • Strong web, mobile design, front-end development and UX/UI skills and execution experience required.
  • Proven track record of creative and managerial success required.
  • Must be able to operate well in a high-velocity environment in graphic design and media software where competing priorities are the norm

Why work for #teamloanDepot:

  • Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set.
  • Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
  • Work with other passionate, purposeful, and customer-centric people.
  • Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision.
  • Wellness program to support both mental and physical health.
  • Generous paid time off for both exempt and non-exempt positions.

About loanDepot:

loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) is a digital commerce company committed to serving its customers throughout the home ownership journey. Since its launch in 2010, loanDepot has revolutionized the mortgage industry with a digital-first approach that makes it easier, faster, and less stressful to purchase or refinance a home. Today, loanDepot enables customers to achieve the American dream of homeownership through a broad suite of lending and real estate services that simplify one of life's most complex transactions. With headquarters in Southern California and offices nationwide, loanDepot is committed to serving the communities in which its team lives and works through a variety of local, regional, and national philanthropic efforts.

Base salary is one piece of our total rewards package and is structured within a range so you can progress as you grow in the role.  For this position, the anticipated annual base salary range is $141,000 to $194,500 nationally. In certain high-cost geographic markets (CA), the anticipated annual base salary range is $163,000 to $200,000.  Actual compensation will depend on your skills, experience, qualifications, and the work location tied to our geographic pay structure.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

Company Description

loanDepot, America's lender, matches borrowers through technology and high-touch customer care with the credit they need to fuel their lives. As a fast-growing national consumer lender, the loanDepot platform is disrupting finance by dissolving the lines between mortgage and nonmortgage credit.

The company has funded over $100 billion in loans since inception, and is passionate about emerging financial technology and dynamic product delivery supported by excellent customer service to empower consumers.

Headquartered in Southern California, loanDepot employs 5,400+ lending professionals across the country including 1,700+ licensed loan officers who hold 10,000+ licenses. The company operates 180+ local loan locations nationwide. NMLS # 174457


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