Creative Director, Brand Marketing

Chime is seeking an experienced Creative Director to develop brand-defining campaigns. This role will be responsible for shaping the creative vision crafting captivating narratives and executing innovative marketing strategies across various channels including TV social activations brand partnerships and more. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creative agency work a proven track record of delivering impactful campaigns and the ability to lead a talented team of art directors designers and copywriters.

This individual should be comfortable pitching bold top-of-funnel brand campaigns while also understanding the importance and role of the full marketing funnel. They should be able to develop creative ideas that build awareness drive consideration and support conversion ensuring campaigns are not only culturally resonant and brand-defining but also strategically connected to business objectives across every stage of the customer journey.

The base salary offered for this role and level of experience will begin at $201000.00 and up to $279000.00. Full-time employees are also eligible for a bonus competitive equity package and benefits. The actual base salary offered may be higher depending on your location skills qualifications and experience.

• Create a vision for the Chime brand that translates into powerful and authentic storytelling that drives awareness/consideration
• Develop and execute a creative vision for what our brand looks and feels like through integrated marketing campaigns TV activations social campaigns and partnerships across all channels.
• Champion bold ideas and creative approaches to telling Chimes stories and more deeply connecting with Chimes members
• Oversee the end-to-end creative process from concept development to final execution ensuring alignment with the companys brand values and marketing objectives.
• Collaborate with marketing leads to create integrated campaigns that resonate with target audiences.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership to a team of art directors designers and copywriters fostering an environment of creativity innovation and collaboration.
• Lead creative brainstorming sessions providing clear guidance feedback and inspiration to generate impactful ideas.
• Manage relationships with external creative agencies production houses and media partners to ensure high-quality execution of campaigns.
• Stay current with industry trends emerging technologies and best practices to ensure our creative work is fresh and relevant.
• Maintain a strong understanding of our consumer base market trends and competitor landscape to inform creative strategies.
• Inspire commitment loyalty pride and spirit in the organization to support Chime as a great place to work

• A deep passion for building brands with a results-oriented mindset
• 8 years in creative leadership with at least 5 years in a leadership position building brand-level work
• Deep understanding of advanced AI tools to support the creative process.
• Bachelors degree in Marketing Advertising Design Copywriting or a related field.
• Proven experience working in a creative agency environment with a strong portfolio of consumer-facing campaigns including TV spots digital and partnership initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative concepts that drive engagement and brand loyalty.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire mentor and lead a small creative team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate creative ideas and concepts to stakeholders.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with external partners.

#LI-Hybrid #LI-AM1

At Chime we believe that everyone can achieve financial progress. We created Chimea financial technology company not a bank*on the premise that core banking services should be helpful easy and free. Through our user-friendly tools and intuitive platforms we empower our members to take control of their finances and work towards their goals. Whether its starting a savings account purchasing a first car or home launching a business or pursuing higher education were proud to have helped millions unlock their financial potential.

Were a team of problem solvers dreamers and builders with one shared obsession: our members. From day one Chimers have worked tirelessly to out-hustle and out-execute competitors to bring our mission to life. Their grit and determination inspire us to work harder every day to deliver the very best experience possible. We each bring an owners mindset to our work refusing to be outdone and holding ourselves accountable to meet and exceed the highest bars for our teams our company and our members.

We believe in being bold dreaming big and taking risks while also working together embracing our diverse perspectives and giving each other honest feedback. Our culture remains deeply entrepreneurial encouraging every Chimer to see themselves as stewards of our mission to help everyday Americans unlock their financial progress.

We know that to achieve our mission we must earn and keep peoples trustso we hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity in everything we do. These arent just words on a wallour values are embedded in every aspect of our business serving as a north star that guides us as we work to help millions achieve their financial potential.

Because if we dontwho will

*Chime is a financial technology company not a bank. Banking services provided by The Bancorp Bank N.A. or Stride Bank N.A. Members FDIC.

• Our in-office work policy is designed to keep you connected - with four days a week in the office and Fridays from home for those near one of our offices plus team and company-wide events depending on location. Whether youre coming in regularly or are part of our fully remote program youll stay engaged with your work and teammates.
• Benefits that support your work and life including backup child elder and pet care and subsidized commuter benefits for eligible employees.
• Comprehensive health financial and wellbeing benefits designed to support you at every stage of life.
• Generous vacation policy and company-wide paid days off
• 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice
• Annual wellness stipend to use towards eligible wellness related expenses
• Up to 22 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents
• Access to family planning reimbursement
• A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in FinTech and help millions unlock financial progress

We know that great work cant be done without a diverse team and inclusive environment. Thats why we specifically look for individuals of varying strengths skills backgrounds and ideas to join our team. We believe this gives us a competitive advantage to better serve our members and helps us all grow as Chimers and individuals.

Chime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity age marital or family status disability genetic information veteran status or any other legally protected basis under provincial federal state and local laws regulations or ordinances. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Cook County Ordinance NYC Fair Chance Act and the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and consistent with Canadian provincial and federal laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any stage of the application process please contact: .

To learn more about how Chime collects and uses your personal information during the application process please see theChime Applicant Privacy Notice.