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MercuryCreative Director - Brand Narrative
Mercury is seeking a Creative Director for Brand Narrative to build and lead a brand-new team within Brand Creative. In this role, you will spend roughly…
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Mercury is seeking a Creative Director for Brand Narrative to build and lead a brand-new team within Brand Creative. In this role, you will spend roughly 70% of your first year driving creative development for major launches and campaigns, and 30% building the Brand Narrative function itself. Your core mission is to transform complex company strategies, product insights, and cultural observations into original, compelling concepts across film, social, digital, out-of-home,…
Job Description
Mercury is seeking a Creative Director for Brand Narrative to build and lead a brand-new team within Brand Creative. In this role, you will spend roughly 70% of your first year driving creative development for major launches and campaigns, and 30% building the Brand Narrative function itself. Your core mission is to transform complex company strategies, product insights, and cultural observations into original, compelling concepts across film, social, digital, out-of-home, and partnerships.
You will work side-by-side with peers leading Brand Design and Writing, shaping concepts from the beginning through a shared, multidisciplinary approach. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in art direction, design, or copywriting, paired with deep expertise in film-led storytelling. You will stay hands-on through scripts, visual development, production, and editing while establishing culture, hiring talent, and defining team processes.
Total rewards include base salary, equity such as stock options or RSUs, and benefits. Target new hire base salary ranges depend on location: $189,400 to $236,700 USD for New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle, or the San Francisco Bay Area; $170,400 to $213,000 USD for other US locations; and $179,000 to $223,700 CAD for employees in Canada.
Responsibilities
- Originate and lead big creative ideas in partnership with Product Marketing and Brand Marketing
- Develop concepts that span film, social, out-of-home, digital, experiences, and partnerships
- Collaborate directly with Brand Design and Writing leads and their teams from early exploration to delivery
- Stay hands-on with craft, including close involvement with scripts, visual development, production, and final edits for film
- Build audience and distribution strategies into concepts from the beginning
- Use rough scripts, prototypes, and AI tools to test ideas quickly and iterate
- Identify proactive opportunities and cultural moments to give the brand meaningful ways to engage
- Partner with cross-functional teams like Product Marketing, Comms, and Insights to determine investment priorities
- Define Brand Narrative's purpose, priorities, creative standards, and hiring strategy
- Establish clear working practices and cultivate a supportive, highly collaborative studio culture
Requirements
- A creative foundation in art direction, design, or copywriting backed by a portfolio of original work across multiple formats
- Deep film experience developing film-led ideas from concept through production with a strong understanding of story, scripts, pacing, and sound
- Demonstrated history of multidisciplinary creative collaboration with design and writing peers
- Strong taste, cultural awareness, and product curiosity with the ability to translate complex business truths into clear concepts
- Experience developing creative people, providing specific feedback, and shaping team operations
Core Skills
Benefits
- Base salary
- Equity including stock options and RSUs
- Comprehensive total rewards package aligned with SaaS and fintech industry standards
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the posting specifies the employment type and lists the location as remote.
What is the salary range for this role?
The base salary ranges vary by location: $189,400—$236,700 USD for NYC, LA, Seattle, or the SF Bay Area; $170,400—$213,000 USD for other US locations; and $179,000—$223,700 CAD for Canada. Total rewards also include equity and benefits.
What should I include in my application?
Candidates must include a portfolio featuring film-led work and broader campaign concepts, detailing their role in developing the ideas and bringing them to life with others.
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