Creative Design Lead

The Creative Design Lead serves as the creative heartbeat of the Design Department within a commercial art company based in La Mirada, CA.

This role is responsible for translating the Head of Design's vision into inspired, market-ready creative direction. The Creative Design Lead is both a mentor and a hands-on designer who guides concept development, ensures aesthetic cohesion, and delivers work that upholds the company's standards for innovation, quality, and beauty.

This position requires a strong conceptual thinker and visual storyteller with deep experience in wall art, interior design, or décor. The Creative Design Lead drives the creative process, balancing artistry with business goals while fostering collaboration and excellence across the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head of Design to establish and refine creative direction for all collections and projects.
• Lead artistic execution across new introductions, key account programs, hospitality, and R&D initiatives.
• Guide the design team in brainstorming sessions, trend exploration, and concept development.
• Translate design strategy into actionable creative briefs that align with brand and business objectives.
• Mentor and manage a team of traditional, digital, and mixed-media designers to achieve stylistic cohesion and creative excellence.
• Provide constructive critique and refinement of designs to ensure alignment with the company's aesthetic identity.
• Collaborate closely with the Design Operations Manager to align deliverables with timelines and production priorities.
• Provide finished specifications and design packages for tradeshows, product lines, and account-specific needs, ensuring all materials are accurate and production-ready.
• Research and experiment with new materials, techniques, and artistic approaches that advance innovation.
• Review prototypes and samples to ensure quality and creative integrity through to final production.
• Maintain a forward-looking perspective on trends, color palettes, and market direction to inform future collections.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

A highly creative and confident professional who balances vision with structure. This individual thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, bringing equal parts inspiration and discipline to the creative process. They are both artist and leader, capable of pushing boundaries while maintaining brand integrity.