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Description
Looking for something fresh?
Day One is a creative agency committed to bringing fresh thinking to our work. Every. Single. Day. For us, every day is day one, a new opportunity to start from the beginning, find a new angle, and let our creativity and curiosity lead us to earn the unexpected.
We’ve built a reputation as a creative partner tuned for navigating culture today; helping brands build legacy through relevance. We’re looking to expand our team with a new VP, Creative Director. You’ll become part of an award winning collective of cultural insiders* and industry outsiders**, all of whom are storytellers at heart.
Below you’ll find some specifics about the role. At Day One, the job description is truly just the start. Our best team members are enthusiasts who opt-in and bring something to the party.
Ready to join a team that's been on Fast Company's Most Innovative list for three years running, made the Ad-Age A-List and been named Agency to Watch 2025, and took home Campaign AOY in 2025 and PR Week Midsize AOY 4 years in row (2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026)?
Keep reading.
This position is full-time, requires a hybrid work schedule, and is only available in Los Angeles.
Responsibilities
- Be a creative team leader and champion of big ideas
- Execute and sell creative and brand vision for our clients and the Day One brand
- Inspire, motivate, and manage internal design & creative teams to think differently while actively inspiring clients to elevate their work
- Come from a place of earning it, developing concepts designed to connect with culture
- Shape and develop cohesive narratives, maximizing the quality of our output
- Ideate and develop breakthrough concepts, setting an example for the team
- Bring a solution oriented approach to every challenge
- Communicate across teams consistently and effectively
- Review and refine briefs, project plans and staffing across projects
- Act as a true team player - willing to take on any creative task, big or small.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in art direction/design
- Experience successfully managing and mentoring creatives and leading projects from ideation through to execution
- Experience working successfully across disciplines
- Driven by the creative landscape of social media
- Experience leading complex assignments and collaborating with a diverse team
- Visually led skill set, with ability to oversee ideation and presentations
- Experience project managing deliverables and organizing resources
- Entrepreneurial spirit and a style that inspires
- Proficiency in generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Runway, or similar platform
- Bachelor’s degree
Compensation + Benefits
We value all of our employees and are happy to provide comprehensive benefits to help support them holistically in the best way we can. We offer all our employees:
- Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
- Summer Fridays
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- New Business Referral Bonus Employee Referral Bonus
About Day One Agency
Description
Looking for something fresh?
Day One is a creative agency committed to bringing fresh thinking to our work. Every. Single. Day. For us, every day is day one, a new opportunity to start from the beginning, find a new angle, and let our creativity and curiosity lead us to earn the unexpected.
We’ve built a reputation as a creative partner tuned for navigating culture today; helping brands build legacy through relevance. We’re looking to expand our team with a new VP, Creative Director. You’ll become part of an award winning collective of cultural insiders* and industry outsiders**, all of whom are storytellers at heart.
Below you’ll find some specifics about the role. At Day One, the job description is truly just the start. Our best team members are enthusiasts who opt-in and bring something to the party.
Ready to join a team that's been on Fast Company's Most Innovative list for three years running, made the Ad-Age A-List and been named Agency to Watch 2025, and took home Campaign AOY in 2025 and PR Week Midsize AOY 4 years in row (2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026)?
Keep reading.
This position is full-time, requires a hybrid work schedule, and is only available in Los Angeles.
Responsibilities
- Be a creative team leader and champion of big ideas
- Execute and sell creative and brand vision for our clients and the Day One brand
- Inspire, motivate, and manage internal design & creative teams to think differently while actively inspiring clients to elevate their work
- Come from a place of earning it, developing concepts designed to connect with culture
- Shape and develop cohesive narratives, maximizing the quality of our output
- Ideate and develop breakthrough concepts, setting an example for the team
- Bring a solution oriented approach to every challenge
- Communicate across teams consistently and effectively
- Review and refine briefs, project plans and staffing across projects
- Act as a true team player - willing to take on any creative task, big or small.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in art direction/design
- Experience successfully managing and mentoring creatives and leading projects from ideation through to execution
- Experience working successfully across disciplines
- Driven by the creative landscape of social media
- Experience leading complex assignments and collaborating with a diverse team
- Visually led skill set, with ability to oversee ideation and presentations
- Experience project managing deliverables and organizing resources
- Entrepreneurial spirit and a style that inspires
- Proficiency in generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Runway, or similar platform
- Bachelor’s degree
Compensation + Benefits
We value all of our employees and are happy to provide comprehensive benefits to help support them holistically in the best way we can. We offer all our employees:
- Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
- Summer Fridays
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- New Business Referral Bonus Employee Referral Bonus
About Day One Agency
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Insurance
- Technology & Software
- Marketing & Advertising
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in creative design specialist jobs.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Experience with Figma or Sketch for digital and UI design projects
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field
- Portfolio demonstrating brand, digital, and print design across multiple projects
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy principles
Tips for Your Creative Design Specialist Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to each application
Creative design specialist roles vary widely by industry, so a portfolio built for a retail brand reads differently than one for a SaaS company. Pull the three to five pieces most relevant to each employer's visual style and lead with those.
Highlight the design tools you use daily
Job listings for this role almost always specify required software. Call out your proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or whichever tools match the posting, and name them in your resume's skills section so ATS systems flag you correctly.
Show process, not just finished work
Many hiring managers for creative design specialist roles want to see how you think, not only what you shipped. Include one or two case studies in your portfolio that walk through your brief, concept sketches, revisions, and final deliverable.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists creative design specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly to each listing without jumping between multiple sources.
Prepare a design critique for interviews
Many creative design specialist interviews include a live critique exercise or a take-home brief. Practice articulating design decisions out loud, explaining why you chose a typeface, color palette, or layout in terms of the audience and business goal.
Negotiate by anchoring on scope, not just title
When discussing offers, clarify the breadth of output expected, such as number of campaigns, asset types, and turnaround times, before negotiating compensation. Knowing what the workload looks like gives you a concrete basis for your ask.
Creative Design Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most creative design specialists?
The most active employers for creative design specialists right now are NBCUniversal, Apple, and Verizon, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at mid-size brands and agencies managing high-volume content production.
How many creative design specialist jobs are remote?
About 77% of creative design specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the digital nature of most deliverables. Roles focused on digital content, social media assets, and UI design tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to print production or in-house brand teams are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a creative design specialist?
Start by building a foundation in design principles through a degree or focused self-study, then develop hands-on proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. Assemble a portfolio that shows work across brand, digital, and print formats. Gain experience through freelance projects, internships, or in-house junior roles, then move into specialist positions as your output and process maturity grows.
Can you get a creative design specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level creative design specialist roles exist, but your portfolio carries more weight than your resume at this stage. Focus on building a strong body of spec work, personal projects, or freelance samples that demonstrate range and design thinking. Many employers in agencies and startups will hire candidates with limited formal experience if the portfolio shows clear craft and problem-solving ability.
What does the creative design specialist interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or hiring manager screen, followed by a portfolio review with the design team. You'll typically walk through two or three projects in depth, explaining your brief, process, and decisions. A take-home design brief or live whiteboard exercise is common at mid-stage. Final rounds often involve a cross-functional conversation with marketing or product stakeholders who assess how well you collaborate and communicate.
Where can I find and apply to creative design specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to creative design specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your skills and experience level, then apply directly to each listing. New positions are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you the best chance of catching openings before they fill.
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