Creative Director

Overview

Join StockX as the Creative Director, leading the global creative vision and execution of the brand across multiple channels. This leadership role oversees the concept, design, production, and delivery of tailored creative solutions for major brand initiatives, including seasonal campaigns, editorial content, events, partnerships, cultural activations, paid media, performance marketing, and social media campaigns. The role balances innovation with business goals to produce engaging storytelling and design aligned with client objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape and evolve the StockX brand through comprehensive creative direction encompassing visual identity, brand design, messaging tone, photography, video, and storytelling elements.
• Develop creative concepts that are adaptable across diverse marketing platforms, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and performance goals.
• Create and enforce brand consistency standards across all customer interactions and media touchpoints.
• Lead and coordinate cross-departmental projects to ensure creative outputs support both brand positioning and business targets.
• Present creative ideas to internal teams and clients, effectively managing feedback while upholding creative integrity.
• Oversee creative resources and processes to ensure projects meet quality benchmarks, budgets, and deadlines.
• Translate global creative strategies for local markets, providing room for regional customization and relevance.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and cultural movements to maintain campaign relevance.
• Mentor and grow creative team members, offering strategic guidance, hands-on feedback, and fostering innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications and Experience

• Over 7 years in advertising, branding, or creative leadership with a portfolio showcasing strategic and executed work across multiple channels and budgets.
• A passion for sneaker and streetwear culture with experience in fashion, lifestyle, or product brands considered advantageous.
• Proven senior creative roles in consumer brands, agencies, editorial, or retail; preference for in-house experience.
• Strong network of creative professionals and resources to leverage for significant brand milestones.
• Advanced skills in concept development, art direction, photography, and video production.
• Familiarity with native digital content creation and conceptualizing for social media, merchandising, and performance marketing.
• Knowledgeable about contemporary social media platforms, e-commerce, and digital marketing best practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation abilities.
• Self-driven with the capability to handle ambiguity and thrive in fast-paced, startup-like settings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines.
• Data-informed decision-making skills, utilizing performance metrics and consumer insights.
• Leadership experience with a focus on mentoring and developing creative talent.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and understanding of production tools.

Additional Information

This hybrid role requires working onsite two days per week at the Downtown Detroit office.

The base salary range extends from $250,000 to $270,000 annually, with additional benefits such as medical, dental, equity options, and discretionary bonuses. Salary may vary based on location.

StockX is committed to equal opportunity employment and actively includes candidates with arrest and conviction records in compliance with relevant local regulations.

About StockX

StockX is a Detroit-based technology pioneer with a marketplace for sneakers, apparel, accessories, electronics, collectibles, and more. The platform connects buyers and sellers globally using real-time dynamic pricing, delivering market transparency and value through powerful data. Partner brands include Jordan, adidas, Nike, Supreme, BAPE, Off-White, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and more. Founded in 2016, StockX employs over 1,000 people worldwide.