Creative Director

Creative Director

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Location : Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid – 3x / week in-office or on set)

MATE the Label is looking for an exceptional and forward-thinking Creative Director to join our growing Brand Creative Team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the creative identity of a clean, conscious brand redefining the standards of sustainability in fashion.

You will lead the visual expression of the MATE brand across all consumer touch points—from campaign concepting to shoot direction to digital, print, and social execution. You'll bring an elevated, strategic lens to every creative output, while embracing innovation and new technologies—including AI—to drive efficiency and push creative boundaries.

This role reports directly to the Founder and works cross-functionally with Marketing, E-commerce, and Product teams to bring the MATE story to life through rich storytelling, thoughtful design, and a deep commitment to our clean and conscious mission.

• PLEASE SEND PORTFOLIOS TO : CAREERS@MATETHELABEL.COM | Must have 8+ years in Fashion.

What You'll Do

Lead the visual direction and execution of brand campaigns, site assets, performance marketing creative, OOH, packaging, and social layouts

Concept and present compelling storyboards, moodboards, and layouts that reflect the MATE aesthetic and values for monthly in studio photoshoots

Own and drive MATE's upcoming brand refresh (alongside agency partner) —helping evolve our visual identity across all touchpoints while staying rooted in our mission

Elevate our current PDP imagery across the site with an emphasis on refined styling and fabric storytelling

Oversee external design team and network of creative freelancers, ensuring brand consistency and creative excellence across all assets

Leverage AI tools (e.g. image generation, layout testing, motion templates) to increase workflow efficiency and support ideation

Regularly update and evolve templates and design systems to keep content fresh, high-performing, and on-brand

Maintain an expert-level understanding of clean design trends, visual culture, and sustainability-focused storytelling

Qualifications

10+ years of creative / art direction and design experience, preferably in fashion, beauty, or lifestyle brands (

Strong creative portfolio demonstrating elevated design, campaign ideation, and photo direction

Deep understanding of brand storytelling across owned and paid channels

Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), Figma, and working knowledge of motion graphics (After Effects or similar)

Experience with AI-powered creative tools (e.g. Midjourney, Runway, Firefly, DALL

Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

Proven ability to manage multiple projects with a high degree of ownership, organization, and creativity

Based in LA and available to be on set or in the office at least 3x / week

Nice to Have

Experience with e-commerce brands focused on sustainability or wellness

Strong network of freelance creatives to tap to bring ideas to life

Familiarity with Shopify and digital content best practices

Photography or motion experience a plus

Why MATE

Opportunity to lead and grow a values-driven creative team

Be part of a company deeply committed to people and planet

Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-led environment

Competitive compensation and benefits package