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Creative Director 

REPORTS TO  

SVP, Product & Marketing 

LOCATION  

Corporate Office  

Salt Lake City, UT  

STARTING DATE  

Immediately  

POSITION TYPE  

Full Time  

OUR COMPANY  

Deseret Book Company is a mission-driven company building a culture that encourages diversity in thought, and product and experiences. Our mission is to create, publish, and deliver products and experiences that cultivate stories worth telling, questions worth exploring, and beauty worth sharing.   

We’re a company that understands each person we engage with is seeking something to help them find peace and comfort, learn, grow, and bring more light and spiritual truth into their lives. If you’re passionate about inspiring people to live better lives, then this is a place where you will find it.  

THE OPPORTUNITY  

The Creative Director will lead the overall visual and brand creative direction for Deseret Book Company across digital, retail, eCommerce, mobile apps, and marketing experiences. This role is critical in shaping the creative expression of our brand across all consumer touchpoints, ensuring it is consistent, compelling, and mission-aligned. 

This individual will oversee a team of talented designers, creatives, and copy writers to drive innovated approaches in how we communicate with our customers through visual storytelling, in-store and online displays and merchandising, advertising, and digital content. The Creative Director will work closely with Marketing, Product Development, and Executive Leadership to bring ideas to life and ensure that every design reflects the mission, culture, and aesthetic standards of Deseret Book Company. 

Successful candidates will have an understanding of the needs and culture of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. This person will need to have the ability to create and execute creative and strategic plans, collaborate well with others, and give and receive focused feedback. They will leverage insights on our communities to drive strategies and plans that pull consumers into our experiences whether it’s our website, digital channels or brick-and-mortar stores.  

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

40% Brand Creative Leadership & Strategy: Provide creative vision, direction, and execution across all brand platforms and consumer touchpoints to ensure alignment with Deseret Book’s mission and values. This includes: 

• Develop and maintain brand identity and design standards to ensure visual consistency across print, digital, and retail. 
• Lead creative concept development for major marketing campaigns, seasonal promotions, product launches, and special projects. 
• Partner with product, marketing, retail, and executive teams to develop creative strategies that elevate storytelling and deepen customer engagement. 
• Oversee the creation of original content including photography, illustration, and video that inspires and resonates with our communities. 
• Maintain a deep understanding of market trends, consumer behavior, and visual culture within Latter-day Saint and broader faith-based communities. 

40% Team Leadership & Collaboration: Manage and inspire a high-performing creative team while fostering cross-functional collaboration. 

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of graphic designers, art directors, copywriters, and freelancers. 
• Provide clear and constructive feedback to ensure creative excellence and team growth. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop creative briefs and translate business objectives into compelling creative executions. 
• Champion a culture of innovation, curiosity, and collaboration within the creative team and broader company. 
• Oversee workflows, timelines, and prioritization of creative projects to meet business goals and deadlines. 

20% Execution & Quality Control: Ensure high-quality design output and execution across all media. 

• Review and approve all major design and branding deliverables to ensure alignment with Deseret Book’s standards. 
• Set and maintain accountability for deadlines, quality, and cost-effectiveness of creative work. 
• Build and maintain relationships with outside creative vendors and freelancers as needed. 
• Evaluate creative tools and processes for efficiency and effectiveness, recommending improvements as needed. 

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in design, visual arts, marketing, communications, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 
• 10+ years of creative leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior creative or art director role. 
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative excellence across brand, marketing, retail, and digital channels. 
• Deep understanding of visual storytelling, brand identity development, and customer-centered design. 
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. 
• Experience managing creative teams and working cross-functionally in a collaborative environment. 
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with motion design, photography, or video editing is a plus. 
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. 
• Familiarity with and sensitivity to the needs, values, and culture of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 

BENEFITS  

• Excellent medical, dental, and life insurance  
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching funds  
• Company-funded retirement plan  
• Merchandise discount  
• Discounted UTA Eco pass  
• Paid leave and holidays  
• Great work environment  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY  

We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply. We're committed to building an inclusive, supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to a team and culture that embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusion without regard to race, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the State of Utah. 

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://admin.sourcingpro.io/apply/81003/463301/