Director, Business Lead

Were looking for a visionary Global Brand Creative leader to help shape the future of creativity at Visa. This is not just another roleits an opportunity to be part of building one of the most forward-thinking global creative internal teams in the industry driving work that inspires connects and defines culture for one of the most iconic brands in the world.
Youll join a passionate ambitious and collaborative global team united by a single mission - to make Visa the best way to pay and be paidthrough creativity that moves people and transforms business.
Were looking for a business leader with both creative instinct and strategic depthsomeone who can see the big picture while diving into the craft that makes ideas resonate. You might come from an agency background or an in-house creative studio but what defines you is your ability to lead teams and ideas that win hearts minds and awards. Youve helped shape campaigns that didnt just sell products but shaped culture inspired conversations and set new standards for what great creative can do.
In this role youll drive Visas most high-profile global brand campaignsfrom global sponsorships like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games to the brand platforms that define Visas story across the world. Youll guide the entire creative journeyfrom insight to idea to executionensuring every asset delivers both creative brilliance and strategic clarity. Youll collaborate closely with some of the best creative mindsinternally and externallyacross strategy production and design to bring work to life at a global scale.
Were looking for someone whos restlessly curious always scanning culture and technology for whats next. Youll build mentor and inspire a team that thrives on innovationpushing creative boundaries while maintaining an unwavering standard of excellence. And youll do it all with openness collaboration and genuine joy in the work.
If you are an account/ brand business creative leader who believes in the power of ideas to influence culture who thrives in dynamic fast-moving environments and who wants to help build something extraordinary from the inside outVisas Global Creative Studio is where you belong.

What youll do
Global Campaign Leadership
Lead the full creative development process for Visas global brand campaigns and sponsorship activationsfrom business brief to global rollout.
Translate business goals into compelling creative strategies and integrated marketing campaigns that drive awareness cultural relevance and commercial impact.
Serve as the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) for assigned programs defining RACIs KPIs and ensuring flawless execution across all phases - briefing ideation testing production toolkit development deployment and optimization.
Represent the Global Brand Creative team in all sponsorship forums leading cross-functional alignment and collaboration.

Sponsorship & Innovation Programs
Oversee the creative direction and execution of Visas marquee global sponsorships and innovation initiativesincluding the FIFA World Cup 2026 Emerging platforms/Partnerships  and the Olympic Games.
Drive the development of creative assets and toolkits that maintain global brand consistency while allowing regional adaptation.
Partner closely with sponsorship experiential PR social and influencer teams to deliver integrated culture-driven campaigns that engage audiences worldwide.

Cross-Functional Partnership & Integration
Collaborate with key partners across Brand Marketing Integrated Marketing Media Sponsorships Legal Finance and Production to orchestrate 360 campaign development.
Guide internal and external creative teams agencies and production partners to ensure creative excellence strategic clarity and operational efficiency.
Build trusted productive relationships with regional and global leadership acting as a connector across disciplines.

Operational & Financial Management
Lead AOP planning RFPs and all program-related financial processes including budgets scopes of work and vendor management.
Ensure campaigns are delivered on brief on time and within budget while maintaining Visas global creative standards.
Manage end-to-end toolkit delivery ensuring scalability adaptability and consistency across markets.

Creative Excellence & Leadership
Help us developing a new team in housing capabilities for VISA this includes new processes best in class workstreams vision and structure for the future of a modern Brand development and Agency Ecosystem. Lead by example by putting the craft into concepting creating rolling up your sleeves to do the work when necessary and inspiring others with clear guidance in art direction.
Champion a culture of innovation collaboration and creative excellence across all initiatives.
Serve as a strategic advisor and creative partner to senior leadership driving bold ideas that elevate Visas brand positioning globally.
Inspire and mentor teams to push boundaries stay ahead of trends and craft work that moves culture forward.

 This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications:

• 10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications:

• 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters MBA JD MD) or 6 years of work experience with a PhD
• Experience in brand marketing creative strategy or account leadership within a top agency or in-house creative studio
• Proven track record of leading large-scale integrated campaigns across digital social film
• Deep understanding of the global-to-local campaign development process with strong knowledge of regional adaptation creative toolkits and rollout best practices
• Expertise in managing agency relationships creative workflows production timelines and cross-functional integration
• Passionate about culture storytelling and creativity that delivers both emotional and business value
• Comfortable operating between strategic oversight and hands-on execution
• Strong leadership communication and collaboration skills. Able to align and inspire teams around a shared creative vision
• International / Global fluency and experience across other markets is a strong plus
• Passion and knowledge on Sports and innovative platforms (music sports video games)
• Experience leading campaigns that have driven outsized business results and won recognition in the industry.
• Excellent people leader with proven ability to manage teams the work and influence outcomes in highly matrixed organizations with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to peruse lead and manage senior stakeholders and big corporate models.

Additional Information :

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk communicate in person and by telephone frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 160500 to 258800 USD per year which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge skills experience and addition this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical Dental Vision 401 (k) FSA/HSA Life Insurance Paid Time Off and Wellness Program.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time