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Creative Lead Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Covista

Brand Marketing Director

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

Lead the development of creative briefs and provide clear, actionable, and strategic feedback that elevates creative output. * Ensure all partner-produced work aligns with brand standards and ...

Covista

Brand Marketing Director

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

Lead the development of creative briefs and provide clear, actionable, and strategic feedback that elevates creative output. * Ensure all partner-produced work aligns with brand standards and ...

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Creative Church

Kids Classroom Lead (Age 2-7)

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

Creative Church in the Twin Cities, MN is a diverse non-denominational, Holy Spirit-filled church focused on creating space for Jesus and inviting others. We are looking for a Little Kids Lead to ...

Creative Church

Kids Classroom Lead (Age 2-7)

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

Creative Church in the Twin Cities, MN is a diverse non-denominational, Holy Spirit-filled church focused on creating space for Jesus and inviting others. We are looking for a Little Kids Lead to ...

Creative Church

Kids Classroom Lead (Age 2-7)

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

Creative Church in the Twin Cities, MN is a diverse non-denominational, Holy Spirit-filled church focused on creating space for Jesus and inviting others. We are looking for a Little Kids Lead to ...

Collabera

Creative Project Manager

Eagan, MN

$83K - $113K/yr

Job Title: Creative Project Manager Location: Eagan, MN 55123 Duration: 6 Months (May Extend ... Lead nurturing marketing, messaging, and call-to-action (B2B marketing experience a plus) End-to ...

Schermer

VP, Creative

Minneapolis, MN

You'll lead our creative team across copy, design, content creation, and UX/UI; establish a clear point of view on modern B2B creative, ensure that POV shows up consistently in the work itself, and ...

Schermer

VP, Creative

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

You'll lead our creative team across copy, design, content creation, and UX/UI; establish a clear point of view on modern B2B creative, ensure that POV shows up consistently in the work itself, and ...

Target

Director Creative Production

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$135K - $243K/yr

Lead production capabilities, external production partnerships, and innovative production solutions that enable exceptional creative execution from concept through final delivery. Product Producing

Creative Church

Kids Classroom Lead (Age 2-7)

Osseo, MN · On-site

DOE Creative Church in the Twin Cities, MN is a diverse non-denominational, Holy Spirit-filled church focused on creating space for Jesus and inviting others. We are looking for a Little Kids Lead to ...

Target

Sr Creative Producer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

As a Senior Creative Producer, you will lead integrated creative production across photography, video, motion, social, digital content, 3D, and emerging production workflows. You will oversee end-to ...

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How much do creative lead jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for creative lead in Minnesota is $102,439.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a creative lead?

Creative leads are responsible for driving the design and creative aspects of a project. You find creative leads in a variety of industries, such as film, television, music, advertising, and video game development. As a creative lead, your job duties include developing the overall design elements of a project, overseeing the creation of art elements, and ensuring that the final product matches the original design concept. The become a creative lead on a project, you need a bachelor’s degree in art, graphic design, or a related field and several years of industry experience.

What is the difference between Creative Lead vs Graphic Designer?

AspectCreative LeadGraphic Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in design, marketing, or related field; experience in leadership rolesBachelor's degree in graphic design or related field; strong portfolio
Work EnvironmentLeads creative teams, collaborates with clients, oversees projectsDesigns visual content, works independently or in small teams
Employer & Industry UsageAdvertising agencies, marketing departments, media companiesDesign studios, marketing teams, corporate branding
Common Search & ComparisonCreative Lead vs Graphic Designer

The main difference between a Creative Lead and a Graphic Designer lies in their responsibilities and experience level. A Creative Lead oversees creative projects and manages teams, requiring leadership skills and strategic vision. In contrast, a Graphic Designer focuses on creating visual content, often working independently or within a team. Both roles require design skills and relevant education, but the Creative Lead typically has more experience and a broader scope of responsibilities.

How does a creative lead typically collaborate with other departments to ensure cohesive project outcomes?

A Creative Lead works closely with cross-functional teams, such as marketing, product management, and development, to align creative vision with business objectives. They facilitate regular meetings to gather input, provide feedback, and ensure that creative concepts are integrated seamlessly into broader campaigns or product launches. This role often involves translating complex ideas between creative and non-creative stakeholders to maintain both brand consistency and project timelines. Effective communication and adaptability are key to managing these collaborations and delivering successful results.
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Director, Global Creative Packaging Design

The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc.

Blaine, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world's leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company's products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M• A• C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.
Description
TITLE: Director, Global Creative Packaging Design
DEPARTMENT: Creative, Aveda and Bumble and bumble Global Creative Team
LOCATION: Blaine, MN Hybrid (in office 4 days per week, Mon - Thurs)
REPORTS TO: Vice President, Global Creative, Aveda and Bumble and bumble
Principal Objective:
The Director, Global Creative Packaging Design leads the strategic creative development and execution of all Aveda and Bumble and bumble primary packaging, secondary packaging, gifting and collateral items. This role is responsible for driving innovative packaging solutions that elevate brand equity, enhance the consumer experience and support business growth across both brands.
Working closely with the Vice President, Global Creative, this individual will identify opportunities for packaging innovation, evolve brand packaging systems and ensure creative excellence across all product categories. The role serves as a key creative partner to Marketing, Product Development, Packaging Development and Innovation teams throughout the product lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
  • Lead the creative development and execution of all primary packaging, secondary packaging, gifting, promotional and collateral design across Aveda and Bumble and bumble.
  • Create highly innovative packaging concepts and product designs that align with brand strategy, consumer insights and business objectives.
  • Develop and present packaging concepts through mood boards, sketches, concept decks, 3D renderings, prototypes and physical models/comps.
  • Partner closely with Product Development, Packaging Development and Innovation teams from concept through commercialization to create compelling and feasible packaging solutions
  • Collaborate on packaging form development, tooling considerations, material selection, color selection and manufacturing requirements to ensure design intent is maintained throughout the development process.
  • Create and evaluate 3D packaging renderings and structural concepts to visualize new packaging opportunities and support executive presentations and decision-making.
  • Drive innovation across packaging architecture, materials, decoration techniques, sustainability initiatives and consumer experience opportunities.
  • Establish and maintain packaging design standards, visual systems and brand guidelines across all product categories.
  • Oversee the design and production process for all packaging DTOs, artwork, mechanical development, renderings, retouching and final asset approvals.
  • Partner with Marketing, Creative, Product Development, Packaging Development, and external vendors to deliver packaging solutions that balance creativity, functionality, cost and speed to market.
  • Source and manage external design partners, comp houses, artists, illustrators and specialized vendors to support packaging innovation and execution.
  • Attend press checks and production reviews to ensure the highest standards of design quality and execution.
  • Identify emerging trends in beauty, fashion, industrial design, materials, sustainability and consumer packaging to inform future innovation opportunities.
  • Manage and mentor two direct reports, fostering creative excellence, professional development and strong team performance.
  • Effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to changing business priorities and timelines.

Qualifications
Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 10 years of packaging design experience, preferably within beauty, luxury, fashion or consumer packaged goods industries
  • BA or BFA in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Graphic Design or related field
  • Strong conceptual thinker with exceptional design sensibility for form, structure, materials, color and visual storytelling
  • Demonstrated expertise in structural packaging design, package architecture and 3D visualization
  • Proven ability to ideate, develop, present and execute packaging projects from concept through production with a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail
  • Experience partnering with Product Development, Packaging Engineering, and Innovation teams to bring new products to market
  • Strong understanding of tooling, materials, decoration techniques and production constraints
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and advanced 3D modeling/rendering software including SolidWorks, Keyshot, Autodesk Fusion, Rhino or comparable platforms
  • Experience creating high-quality 3D renderings, 3D prints, prototypes and presentation materials for executive and stakeholder reviews
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated people leadership experience, including mentoring, coaching, and managing creative talent.
  • Strong understanding of competitive landscape, consumer trends, design innovation and sustainability within the beauty industry

Pay Range:
Anticipated Base Salary Range $111,000.00 to $190,000.00 (Depending on qualifications, skills, experience and/or budget), based on a 40 hour work week (range to be scaled accordingly). In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. In addition, the Company maintains highly competitive incentive compensation programs (role eligibility may vary based on terms of the respective plan(s)).
You may be eligible to participate in the applicable Commission/Bonus Plan, under the plan guidelines in effect at the time of hire. Additional details regarding the commission plan will be provided as part of your onboarding.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal-opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.
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