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Director Creative Production Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Art Director

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Identity work at this level goes beyond aesthetics -- it expresses positioning, builds recognition, and compounds brand value over time. * Industry-Leading Creative Production -- Concept, direct, and ...

Video Editor

Coralville, IA · On-site

$42K - $47K/yr

Creative Director Position Overview: We're seeking a highly skilled Video Editor focused on Post-Production to join our growing creative team. The ideal candidate will work directly with our Creative ...

Video Editor

Coralville, IA · On-site

$42K - $47K/yr

Creative Director Position Overview: We're seeking a highly skilled Video Editor focused on Post-Production to join our growing creative team. The ideal candidate will work directly with our Creative ...

Video Editor

Coralville, IA · On-site

$42K - $47K/yr

Creative Director Position Overview: We're seeking a highly skilled Video Editor focused on Post-Production to join our growing creative team. The ideal candidate will work directly with our Creative ...

$14.25 - $19/hr

Apparel Design Merchandise concepts, wearable branding, and product design * Animation / Motion ... Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative ...

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Apparel Design Merchandise concepts, wearable branding, and product design * Animation / Motion ... Direct collaboration with the Founder and executive leadership * Ownership of real-world creative ...

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How much do director creative production jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director creative production in Iowa is $100,950.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,300.00 and $121,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Creative Production vs Creative Producer?

AspectDirector Creative ProductionCreative Producer
Primary FocusOversees overall creative production, manages teams, and ensures project vision aligns with brand goalsManages project logistics, budgets, and schedules, coordinating creative teams to deliver content on time
CredentialsTypically requires a background in film, media, or related fields, with experience in production managementOften has experience in project management, advertising, or media production, with relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentWorks closely with creative teams, directors, and clients in studio or office settingsWorks across multiple departments, often in agency or production company settings

The main difference is that the Director Creative Production focuses on overseeing the entire creative process and team leadership, while the Creative Producer handles project logistics, budgets, and schedules to ensure timely delivery of creative content.

What are the most commonly searched types of Creative Production jobs in Iowa?

The most popular types of Creative Production jobs in Iowa are:

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Cities in Iowa with the most Director Creative Production job openings:

Infographic showing various Director Creative Production job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,950 per year, or $48.5 per hour.

Creative Art Director

Des Moines, IA • On-site

Lifted, an Upwork Company™
Software Development • 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Company Description

About Lifted

Lifted partners with enterprise companies to help them scale smarter. We offer a single solution designed to source, contract, manage, and pay contingent talent. For talent in our network, Lifted provides access to enterprise-level projects while handling engagement setup, contracting, compliance, and payments in the background, so you can focus on delivering high-quality work.

Job Description

Why We’re Building a Talent Pool

We’re continuously building our network of experienced talent across Creative Art Directors who are interested in being considered for full or part-time employment engagements with assignments to work with our enterprise partners. While this is not tied to one specific project, selected candidates may be matched to future employment opportunities based on experience, availability, and alignment with project needs.

Qualifications

What We Look For

  • Lead creative vision, concept development, and brand expression across campaigns and channels
  • Translate business strategies and consumer insights into compelling creative platforms
  • Direct multidisciplinary creative teams (design, copy, motion, production) through concepting to execution
  • Review and approve creative work to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to brand standards
  • Partner with marketing, product, global/regional creative, and leadership to align on strategy and creative direction
  • Manage creative presentations, storytelling, narrative frameworks, and pitch development
  • Mentor and elevate talent; set craft standards and creative culture expectations
  • Make final decisions on creative concepts, visual tone, and brand identity evolution
  • Develop visual concepts, storyboards, and creative territories for campaigns and content
  • Guide designers, photographers, videographers, and copy partners in executing visual direction
  • Oversee composition, typography, color, layout, and brand visual identity application
  • Provide on-set art direction during photo/video shoots
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency across deliverables
  • Present creative work internally and incorporate feedback
  • Ensure all assets meet brand style guidelines and quality standards

Additional Qualifications (if relevant)

  • Background in Senior creative leadership overseeing visual direction & concept development.