Creative Director - iPullRank

iPullRank is a ten-year-old digital marketing remote agency based in New York City, founded by industry trailblazer Michael King. We’re not here to follow trends—we set them. Our team blends technical expertise with creativity to deliver SEO, Content, and Generative AI services that drive results. We work with some of the biggest names across eCommerce, Financial Services, and Media brands, as well as ambitious mid-sized businesses, crafting strategies that don’t just compete but dominate.

Our Values: PROUD
At iPullRank, we live by our values:

• Proactive: We don’t wait for problems—we solve them.
• Reliable: When we commit, we deliver.
• Outstanding: We aim for extraordinary, every time.
• Useful: Everything we do has purpose and impact.
• Dedicated: Your goals are our mission.

These principles shape every decision, every campaign, and every success story.

What We Do
We specialize in SEO, Content, and Generative AI strategy and implementation, helping brands win today while building future-proof strategies for tomorrow. Whether it’s cracking complex algorithms, crafting authentic, helpful content, or engineering AI solutions, we’re the partner brands trust to stay ahead.

Why Join Us?
At iPullRank, we’re more than an agency—we’re a team of thinkers, builders, and creators who believe the best ideas come from everywhere. We foster a culture where you’re encouraged to grow, take ownership, and make a real impact. We’re small enough to be nimble but big enough to work with global heavyweights like Rocket Mortgage, American Express, Nordstrom, Warner Music Group, Target, and Adidas.

We care about our people and back it up with competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities to evolve into the marketer, content creator, SEO, or leader that you want to be. When you work with us, you’re not just filling a role—you’re shaping your career and redefining what’s possible in marketing.

If you’re ready to take on meaningful work with a team that challenges and inspires, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Description

As the Creative Director at iPullRank, you will lead the creative vision for our digital marketing campaigns, ensuring all projects meet our high standards for innovation, strategy, and execution. You will oversee a talented team of internal and freelance designers, animators, video editors, sound designers, and content creators, working closely with account managers and strategists to deliver compelling work that drives results for our clients. This role requires a balance of creative leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on involvement to inspire and guide the team to exceed client expectations. This role may be hybrid or remote. Salary range: $135-155K

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the creative strategy for all client campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand goals and target audiences.
• Lead brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas and concepts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, account management, and production, to deliver cohesive campaigns.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and constructive feedback to the creative team to foster professional growth and maintain high-quality output.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor strategies to keep our agency at the forefront of digital marketing innovation.
• Present creative concepts and campaign strategies to clients, effectively communicating the vision and rationale.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met without compromising quality.
• Oversee the hiring and guide the development of creative team members as needed.
• Manage third party and freelance creative resources in the creation of video, visual, and audio content assets

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Creative Director or similar leadership role in a digital marketing agency.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a range of creative work across digital platforms, including social media, web, email, and video.
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing strategies, and consumer behavior.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a creative team.
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and familiarity with project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, ClickUp).
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle constructive criticism and adapt creative strategies based on feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to elicit information from clients to inform effective creative execution.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills of Interest

• Experience with infographics, interactive content, video production, and motion graphics.
• Knowledge of UX/UI design principles.
• Familiarity with data-driven marketing and analytics tools.
• Experience working with diverse industries and brands.
• Experience working with in-person and remote production teams
• Passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of how to connect with audiences on an emotional level.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to creative challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries commensurate with experience
• 100% Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 3 weeks of vacation
• Paid sick days and holidays