Social Media Creative Director

Onward Search is hiring a Social Media Creative Director for an on-site, direct hire opportunity in Whittier, California. This role involves leading the strategic and creative direction of all social media initiatives, shaping the brand’s visual identity, driving innovation in social-first storytelling, and managing high-impact digital content creation. The director will work closely with internal teams, cross-functional partners, and external agencies, combining visionary thinking with hands-on leadership.

Must Have

• Lead creative direction for all social media content across major platforms
• Develop and execute social-first campaigns aligned with brand identity and marketing goals
• Manage, mentor, and inspire a creative team of designers, copywriters, and social content creators
• Collaborate with Brand, Product, and external social agencies for cohesive social output
• Test, analyze, and optimize creative assets based on KPIs and audience insights
• Oversee multiple creative projects simultaneously, ensuring high quality and timely delivery
• Contribute to the evolution of design systems and style guidelines
• Maintain consistent tone, messaging, and aesthetic across all social touchpoints
• Source, manage, and collaborate with influencers, photographers, and external creators
• Stay current on cultural trends, platform algorithms, and evolving design practices
• Manage content calendars, campaign timelines, and digital asset production workflows
• 10+ years of experience in social media and digital design with a strong portfolio
• Minimum 5 years in creative direction, digital content leadership, or social media creative management
• Proven success developing branded social content across Meta, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-performing or viral social media content
• Expertise in visual design principles and social-first creative strategies
• Proficiency with design tools such as Adobe XD, Figma
• Strong communication skills to articulate design rationale and collaborate across teams
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and a strategic, forward-thinking creative approach
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Good to Have

• SEO knowledge
• Experience supporting lead-generation websites
• Familiarity with Webflow development

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning & Ongoing Training
• Education Reimbursement

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring a Social Media Creative Director for a fully on-site, direct hire opportunity based in Whittier, California.

In this role, you’ll lead the strategic and creative direction of all social media initiatives for our client, a fast-growing organization near East Los Angeles. You will shape the brand’s visual identity across platforms, drive innovation in social-first storytelling, and manage high-impact digital content creation. The ideal candidate will combine visionary thinking with hands-on leadership, working closely with internal teams, cross-functional partners, and external agencies. This position operates during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, with a salary range of $130,000 to $150,000.

Make sure you apply with a resume that has your Social Media Creative samples easily accessible!

There is no application deadline for this role.

Social Media Creative Director Responsibilities:

• Lead creative direction for all social media content across major platforms including Meta, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube, and others.
• Develop and execute social-first campaigns aligned with brand identity, marketing goals, and audience engagement strategies.
• Manage, mentor, and inspire a creative team of designers, copywriters, and social content creators.
• Collaborate with Brand, Product, and external social agencies to ensure cohesive and strategic social output.
• Test, analyze, and optimize creative assets based on KPIs, audience insights, and platform performance data.
• Oversee multiple creative projects simultaneously, ensuring high quality, timely delivery, and consistent execution.
• Contribute to the evolution of design systems and style guidelines to maintain a unified visual presence across digital channels.
• Maintain consistent tone, messaging, and aesthetic across all social touchpoints.
• Source, manage, and collaborate with influencers, photographers, and external creators to elevate content quality.
• Stay current on cultural trends, platform algorithms, and evolving design practices to inform innovative creative approaches.
• Manage content calendars, campaign timelines, and digital asset production workflows to support seamless execution.

Social Media Creative Director Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in social media and digital design with a portfolio demonstrating diverse, high-quality social executions.
• Minimum 5 years in creative direction, digital content leadership, or social media creative management roles.
• Proven success developing branded social content across Meta, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube, and emerging platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-performing or viral social media content.
• Expertise in visual design principles and social-first creative strategies.
• Proficiency with design tools such as Adobe XD, Figma, and related platforms; SEO knowledge is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design rationale and collaborate across teams.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and a strategic, forward-thinking creative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting lead-generation websites and familiarity with Webflow development is a significant advantage.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning & Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.