For more than 150 years, Zions Bancorporation has built on the dedication and talent of our people, earning recognition as one of the "Best Banks to Work For." Today, we're shaping the future of banking-leveraging innovation, strengthening local relationships, and delivering exceptional value across our collection of great banks in the West.
Our expanding marketing team is building something transformative: a dynamic, in-house Creative Studio that will redefine how we tell our story and connect with customers. Under the leadership of our new CMO, we're creating a modern, collaborative hub for bold ideas and breakthrough campaigns that elevate a bank known for exceptional service and deep community roots. This is your opportunity to lead creative for one of the fastest-growing areas of marketing-affiliate partnerships-and set a new standard for performance-driven design.
Our Creative Directors work with leadership to develop and drive the strategic creative approach to and execution of marketing programs across eight bank brands.
You will create compelling, conversion-focused work that strengthens partnerships and drives measurable results. You will provide leadership across a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with growth and performance marketing teams, and deliver innovative creative that balances brand integrity with business goals.
A key responsibility will be building and inspiring the team, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering work that strengthens customer trust and positions Zions Bancorporation and its affiliates as leaders in financial marketing.
This Creative Director role is primarily focused on the retail experience of our bank branches and will collaborate on other initiatives as needed.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Creative Strategy
Act as a leader in the creative visioning, stewardship, and execution of marketing programs, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives
Develop high-performing creative assets for affiliate channels, across print, digital, motion, and physical experiences
Collaborate with performance marketing teams to optimize creative for ROI and conversion
Leadership & Team Development
Inspire and manage the work of a multi-talented team of designers, copywriters, and marketers focused on affiliate initiatives
This is initially an individual contributor role but may gain direct reports as the Creative Studio grows
Establish creative workflows that enhance efficiency and productivity
Brand Consistency
Elevate and ensure quality and brand integrity across all touchpoints
Balance innovative approaches with regulatory requirements and financial industry standards
Data-Driven Innovation
Use performance data and testing insights to refine creative strategies
Track and forecast marketing trends, technologies, and best practices
Vendor & Partner Collaboration
Manage relationships with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and production vendors to ensure quality and cost efficiency
Travel will be required (up to 25%) to manage implementation of projects
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Design and minimum 8 years of experience in graphic design, environmental graphic design (EGD), industrial design, architecture, and/or related fields. A combination of education and experience may meet job requirements.
Strong demonstrated capabilities in forward thinking graphic design, retail experience design, visual merchandising, materials, fabrication, and construction
Strong visual, written, and oral presentation skills
Experience coaching team members and freelancers
Capability to direct spatial ideas into conceptual drawings and lead design decisions through documentation, production, fabrication, and construction
Creating and evangelizing standards and campaign plans
Bonus experience: fixturing, signage, hospitality design, art curation, event production, experiential design
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
Along with competitive benefits starting on day one-including 12 bank holidays, profit sharing, and a company-matched 401(k)-you'll have the chance to grow your career while creating work that truly matters to our customers and communities.
This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $115,000 - $175,000 annually depending on job-related factors such as level of experience and location.
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance start day one
Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays
401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire
Employee Ambassador preferred banking products
LOCATION OPTIONS
Salt Lake City, UT
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Seattle, WA
Please note: This is an in-office position that will sit at a local corporate hub 5 days a week. This is not a hybrid role.
Ready to bring your vision to life? Share your application and portfolio today.
Req ID: 069009
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