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MercuryCreative Director - Brand Narrative
Mercury seeks a Creative Director to establish and lead Brand Narrative, a new function within the Brand Creative team. In this role, the person will spend…
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Mercury seeks a Creative Director to establish and lead Brand Narrative, a new function within the Brand Creative team. In this role, the person will spend roughly 70% of their time leading creative execution for high-priority launches and campaigns, and 30% building the Brand Narrative team itself. The ideal candidate will translate company strategy, product insights, customer data, and cultural observations into original concepts across film, social, digital, out-of-home, partnerships,…
Job Description
Mercury seeks a Creative Director to establish and lead Brand Narrative, a new function within the Brand Creative team. In this role, the person will spend roughly 70% of their time leading creative execution for high-priority launches and campaigns, and 30% building the Brand Narrative team itself. The ideal candidate will translate company strategy, product insights, customer data, and cultural observations into original concepts across film, social, digital, out-of-home, partnerships, and experiences. Working alongside peers leading Brand Design and Writing, the Creative Director will remain closely involved through all stages of production, particularly for film-led storytelling, while utilizing rough scripts, prototypes, and AI tools to test ideas rapidly.
Mercury is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics. The total rewards package includes base salary, equity, and benefits, with salary ranges varying by geographic location.
Responsibilities
- Originate and lead major creative concepts for priority company launches and campaigns in partnership with Product Marketing and Brand Marketing
- Collaborate directly with Brand Design and Writing peers and their teams from initial exploration through final delivery
- Maintain hands-on involvement in film projects through scripts, visual development, production, and final editing
- Incorporate audience and distribution strategies into creative concepts from the beginning
- Test and refine concepts quickly using rough scripts, prototypes, and AI tools
- Identify proactive creative opportunities and cultural moments aligned with company products and customer needs
- Partner early with Product Marketing, Brand Marketing, Product Design, Comms, and Insights to determine major creative investments
- Build and lead the Brand Narrative function by establishing priorities, creative standards, ways of working, and team culture
- Hire, coach, and develop team members to improve conceptual strength and judgment
- Establish external relationships with agencies and creatives when additional capabilities are needed
Requirements
- Professional background in art direction, design, or copywriting supported by a portfolio of original, well-crafted work across multiple formats
- Deep experience in film-led storytelling from concept through production with expertise in story, scripts, performance, pacing, and sound
- Demonstrated track record of multidisciplinary creative collaboration with design and writing peers
- Experience developing creative professionals, providing feedback, and shaping team culture
- Portfolio featuring film-led work and broader campaign concepts
Core Skills
Benefits
- Base salary
- Equity in the form of stock options or RSUs
- Benefits package
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What is the employment type for the Creative Director role?
The posting indicates this is a full-time position.
What is the salary for this position?
Base salary varies by region. For US employees in NYC, LA, Seattle, or the SF Bay Area, the range is $189,400 to $236,700 USD. For other US locations, it is $170,400 to $213,000 USD. For Canadian employees, it is $179,000 to $223,700 CAD. Equity and benefits are also included.
Where is the position located?
Headquarters are listed in San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, and Portland, OR, with remote work permitted within Canada or the United States.
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