Creative Director

About the role

Summary/Objective As Creative Director, you will lead a team of designers, videographers, and brand storytellers to produce compelling work across marketing campaigns, product launches, video content, events, and digital experiences-including UI/UX for software and simulation interfaces. Supervisory

Responsibilities

Supervise and support assigned team members and departmental personnel Provide ongoing coaching, direction, performance management Prioritize team workload and oversee project execution to ensure deadlines are met Participate in interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and termination processes in partnership with HR Primary Functions Define and elevate the Full Swing brand identity across all channels-digital, print, in-product, and experiential.

• Direct high-impact marketing campaigns, product launches, and brand partnerships (e.g., PGA Tour, athlete endorsements).
• Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and marketing teams to align visual storytelling with product strategy and business goals.
• Lead the creation of engaging multimedia content including video, social media assets, digital ads, and simulator experiences.

• Guide UI/UX direction for our simulator software and companion apps, ensuring world-class design and functionality.
• Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary creative team, fostering innovation, accountability, and excellence.
• Own relationships with external creative partners, agencies, and production vendors.
• Monitor performance and iterate based on creative KPIs, user feedback, and brand metrics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay and benefits

Required Education, Experience & Skills Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field required. 8+ years of experience in creative leadership roles, preferably in sports tech, entertainment, or consumer electronics. Strong portfolio demonstrating work across branding, video, product UI, and integrated campaigns Experience with luxury, lifestyle, or sports brands a strong plus.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and motion/video editing tools. Strategic thinker with strong storytelling, conceptual, and executional skills. Comfortable presenting to executives, athletes, and external stakeholders. Passion for golf, sports, or interactive technology is highly desirable.

Willingness to travel up to 15% of time Salary Range: $150,000-$190,000 This role operates in a hybrid or office-based environment, depending on company needs. (Role starts at 6-9 months in office)

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. You can submit your request to. VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization.

Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc. VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity.

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