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Exemplis

Dir, Brand Creative

Cypress, CA · Hybrid

$158K - $245K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Support planning, logistics, and execution of photo and video production * Partner with freelance talent and external partners as needed * Ensure creative assets meet quality standards across both ...

Aquent

Creative Strategist

San Bruno, CA · On-site

$50 - $56.39/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Creating omnichannel creative strategies that align advertiser objectives with business goals ... Leading strategic planning sessions with product, strategy, marketing, sales, and various internal ...

Crown + Conquer

Creative Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

... planning, and preparing a strategic development plan for creating the agency's marketing strategies, branding functionalities, and business development plans • Managing external agents like ...

Photon

Creative Lead | Onsite

San Francisco, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Contribute to campaign planning by shaping creative direction from early stages. * Align creative concepts with brand voice, positioning, and long-term vision. Creative Leadership & Mentorship

Photon

Creative Lead | Onsite

San Francisco, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Contribute to campaign planning by shaping creative direction from early stages. * Align creative concepts with brand voice, positioning, and long-term vision. Creative Leadership & Mentorship

Socket.dev

Creative Director

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$180 - $260/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Be Our First Creative Director We have the market authority, the inventory, and the growth now we ... You love the craft of creation just as much as you love strategic planning. * An Agile Leader: You ...

New

O Positiv

Creative Strategist

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Creative Strategist, you'll shape O Positiv's performance marketing creative strategies across ... Experience with pre-production including scripting and planning * Interpersonal: * Adaptable to new ...

On Board Experiential

Creative Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... planning, concept development, design and implementation. "Get your hands dirty" by producing and ... CREATIVE PROCESS: * Act as the catalyst that mixes and translates ideas, pushes concepts, and finds ...

On Board Experiential

Creative Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... planning, concept development, design and implementation. "Get your hands dirty" by producing and ... CREATIVE PROCESS: * Act as the catalyst that mixes and translates ideas, pushes concepts, and finds ...

New

MINDGRUVE

Creative Director

San Diego, CA · On-site

$125 - $140/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

As the Creative Director you will be both a concepting partner to a copy-side ECD, and a leader who ... Collaborate with ECD on resource planning and budgeting needs. * Collaborate not only with ...

TubeScience

(Senior) Creative Strategist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... strategic planning for your client accounts - identifying top performers, spotting trends, and driving continuous improvement Give clear, strategic feedback to creative teams that aligns to ...

On Board Experiential

Creative Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

... planning, concept development, design and implementation. "Get your hands dirty" by producing and ... CREATIVE PROCESS: * Act as the catalyst that mixes and translates ideas, pushes concepts, and finds ...

New

On Board Experiential

Creative Director

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

... planning, concept development, design and implementation. "Get your hands dirty" by producing and ... CREATIVE PROCESS: * Act as the catalyst that mixes and translates ideas, pushes concepts, and finds ...

New

TubeScience

(Senior) Creative Strategist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... strategic planning for your client accounts - identifying top performers, spotting trends, and driving continuous improvement Give clear, strategic feedback to creative teams that aligns to ...

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How much do creative planning jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for creative planning in California is $66,178.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,800.00 and $79,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in creative planning, and why are they important?

To excel in Creative Planning, you need strong conceptual thinking, project management abilities, and a background in marketing, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with digital design tools (like Adobe Creative Suite), project management software, and data analytics platforms is typical. Excellent communication, collaboration, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for aligning creative ideas with business objectives. These competencies ensure that innovative concepts are effectively developed, delivered on time, and resonate with target audiences.

How does a creative planner typically collaborate with other departments during a campaign development process?

As a Creative Planner, you will work closely with account managers, strategists, and creative teams to ensure that campaign concepts align with client objectives and audience insights. Collaboration often involves leading brainstorming sessions, synthesizing research findings, and translating strategic direction into creative briefs. Regular meetings and open communication with multiple departments are essential to keep projects on track and ensure that all stakeholders are aligned with the campaign vision. This cross-functional teamwork is crucial for producing cohesive, effective campaigns that meet both creative and business goals.

What is creative planning?

Creative planning is the process of developing innovative strategies and ideas to achieve specific goals, often within marketing, advertising, or content creation industries. It involves brainstorming, research, and collaboration to generate concepts that resonate with target audiences and align with brand objectives. Creative planners analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitor activities to inform their recommendations. Their work helps ensure that campaigns and projects are both original and effective, maximizing impact and engagement.

What is the difference between Creative Planning vs Creative Strategist?

AspectCreative PlanningCreative Strategist
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in marketing, advertising, or related fieldsOften holds similar degrees, with additional emphasis on market research and consumer insights
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with creative teams, account managers, and clients in advertising agencies or marketing firmsWorks closely with marketing teams, clients, and creative departments to develop strategic campaigns
Industry UsageCommonly found in advertising, marketing, and media agenciesPrimarily used in advertising, branding, and digital marketing sectors

Creative Planning and Creative Strategist roles often overlap in skills and industry settings. Creative Planning focuses on developing campaign concepts and planning strategies, while Creative Strategists emphasize market research and consumer insights to guide creative development. Both roles are essential in creating effective marketing campaigns, but their primary focus and responsibilities differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Creative Planning job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,178 per year, or $31.8 per hour.

Dir, Brand Creative

Exemplis

Cypress, CA • Hybrid

$158K - $245K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Exemplis rating

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 51 rated furniture manufacturers

Job description

 Salary Range: $158,690.00 - $245,969.00 

Position Summary:

We are building a unified Growth & Experience organization across a portfolio of five direct-to-consumer brands, Albany Park, Edloe Finch, X-Chair, Mavix, and Timbuk2 alongside Sitonit Seating, our flagship B2B brand. Creative is central to how we show up across this portfolio, and we are looking for a Director of Creative to lead and evolve that work.

In this role, you will lead a lean, AI-enabled in-house team and drive creative across both DTC and B2B channels in close partnership with the CGXO and cross-functional leaders. You will balance creative strategy with hands-on execution, ensuring high-quality output at the speed required for modern marketing.

This is an opportunity for a strong creative leader who enjoys improving systems, developing talent, and shaping impactful work, with the potential to grow into broader leadership as the organization scales.

This is a hybrid role requiring onsite work three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Creative strategy & brand stewardship

  • Lead and evolve creative direction across DTC brands and the B2B channel, ensuring distinct brand voices and consistent standards
  • Maintain and apply brand guidelines across the portfolio, ensuring alignment across paid, organic, owned, and retail channels
  • Partner with the CGXO, eCommerce, and Growth leaders to align creative with commercial priorities
  • Contribute to campaign concepts, seasonal creative, and always-on performance assets
  • Bring a strong creative perspective to cross-functional planning, balancing strategy and execution

High-velocity, AI-enabled production

  • Support and evolve an AI-enabled production model using current and emerging tools
  • Drive consistent, high-quality creative output at the pace required for modern DTC marketing
  • Establish and refine creative processes, briefs, and asset production workflows
  • Partner with Growth Marketing and eCommerce to incorporate performance insights into creative output
  • Stay current on emerging creative tools and foster a culture of learning within the team

Studio & location production

  • Direct studio and location shoots across brands, from concept through delivery
  • Support planning, logistics, and execution of photo and video production
  • Partner with freelance talent and external partners as needed
  • Ensure creative assets meet quality standards across both DTC and B2B channels

B2B creative leadership

  • Support creative strategy and execution for Sitonit Seating's B2B channel
  • Adapt creative approaches to meet both performance-driven DTC needs and B2B brand-building efforts
  • Contribute to development of sales materials, campaigns, and event assets

Team leadership & org design

  • Lead and develop a lean in-house creative team, including designers and AI creative resources
  • Provide clear direction, feedback, and support to ensure high-quality output and team growth
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen team capabilities and workflows over time
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and craft-focused team culture
Qualifications, Skills and Education:

Required Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in creative roles, including leadership responsibility
  • Experience leading multi-brand creative across both performance and brand contexts
  • Strong portfolio across campaign, digital, brand, email, and social creative
  • Experience managing small, high-performing teams
  • Hands-on experience directing studio and location shoots from concept through delivery
  • Demonstrated fluency with AI tools and creative workflows
  • Experience developing and maintaining brand guidelines across multiple brands
  • Ability to collaborate and influence across eCommerce, Growth, and Brand teams

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working across multiple brands
  • Exposure to B2B creative environments
  • Familiarity with AI tools or interest in learning AI-enabled creative workflows
  • Experience in home furnishings, lifestyle, or related categories
  • Background in UX or web design

Why This Role

  • Broad creative scope across a multi-brand portfolio spanning DTC and B2B
  • Opportunity to help shape and evolve an AI-enabled creative function
  • Hands-on leadership role with meaningful impact on output and process
  • Close partnership with cross-functional leaders in Growth & Experience
  • People-first culture with strong investment in creative talent and team development
  • Clear path for growth as the organization and creative function scales

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Perks and Benefits:

We hope that you're excited by the possibilities that come along with working at Exemplis! With us, TEAM comes first.  We bring integrity, passion, and excellence to work each day.  Being part of our team means living our core values and thriving in an environment of constant innovation and positive change.

In addition to our unique culture, we also offer these fun perks and benefits.

  • Competitive Salary: Our compensation philosophy is to be externally competitive, internally fair, and not win or lose on compensation. Salary ranges are developed with the support of national benchmarks and industry best practices that adjusts to your cost of labor, years of relevant experience, skill set, and education.

  • Hybrid Work Schedule: We believe in supporting a healthy work-life balance and offer a flexible hybrid schedule, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays and onsite collaboration on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

  • Health Insurance: We offer a variety of health insurance options (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for all of our team members. Eligible the first month following your start date.

  • 401(k): We match 100% up to 3% and then 50% of the next 2% deferred.

  • Time Off: Taking time off to recharge is a must whether it is for your personal health or vacation; paid time off starts accruing day 1!

  • Observed Holidays: 10 company observed holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King, President's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.

  • Employee Discounts: We offer discounts to our employee across all of our product lines.

  • Hit our Numbers Lunch: When we hit our monthly milestones, we all celebrate!

  • Tuition Scholarships: Partnership with UMASS Global for 10%-20% off tuition for you and/or your family.

About Us:

It all started in a small warehouse in California with just three employees, a fax machine and a bell that rang out every time a chair came down the conveyor belt. 30 years later, Exemplis continues to lead, innovate and disrupt an array of industries through its growing family of brands - including SitOnIt Seating, Timbuk2, X-Chair, Maverick, Mavix, Edloe Finch, and Albany Park.
From sustainable manufacturing to outreach programs and more, we strive to make a positive impact on everyone we serve. We make sure our people (and their communities) are at the core of our organization. To make a difference, we must be a champion of diversity, inclusion, service and social justice - above all else. 
Are you ready to be a part of something special? We have headquarters, offices and retail stores across the U.S. (plus a variety of flexible work opportunities). Learn more and apply today.
Exemplis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. Read our full statement on our careers page.

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