Executive Creative Director Visual Content (In-Office or Remote Based on Location)

Consistently ranking among American Banker magazines Best Banks to Work For for over a decade Zions Bancorporation is a Collection of Great Banks with local brand names and management teams in each of our major Western markets.

And becauseweveknown that for over 150 years our success has come from the exceptional dedicationexperienceand talent of our diverse employee basewerecommitted to being the premier employer of choice.

Our expanding marketing team is building something speciala dynamic in-house Creative Studio that will transform how we connect with customers. Under fresh leadership from our newly appointed CMOwerereimagining what marketing can be while supporting a bank known for its experienced bankers exceptional service and local leadership deeply rooted in the communities we serve. Thisisntjust another financial marketing role itsyour chance to shape a creative vision with real impact.

You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.

Wereseeking an exceptionalExecutive Creative Directorof Visual Contentto help lead and evolve ourvisual identityacrossphotography video and illustration.

Marryingfinancial servicesexpertiseand creative excellencethis roleisresponsible forensuring our enterprisebrandand each of our seven affiliate brands express themselves with clarity cohesion and distinction through visual storytelling.

WhatYoullDo

As Executive Creative DirectorVisualContentyoullhelp develop and executeproprietaryphotography and videoacross the enterprise.

Youllpartner cross-functionally toestablishthe visual standards that guide how we present ourselves across wealth management commercial and small business banking consumer banking and our digital platforms. This includes definingvideo photography and illustrationprinciplescontentdirectionand standardsthat balance regulatory requirements with compelling human-centered design.

Equally importantyoullguide aproducer and collaborate with the larger creative teamin creating campaigns that move beyond transactional visuals to build lasting emotional connections with our clientsin a way thatreflects our commitment to helping clients achieve their financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with marketing leadershipbusinesssegment leads and affiliate marketing teams to translate businessobjectivesinto compellingvisual strategiesconceptsandexecution

• Lead thecreative development andvisual contentdirectionof integrated campaigns across digital print experiential and emerging channels

• Establish andmaintainvisual identity systemsthat work across diverse audiencesfrom mass market clients to high-net-worth segments

• Source and hire freelance photo/video teams illustrators. Source existing visual assetsfrom creators. Curate stock photography.

• Direct the creative development process frominitialbrief through final execution ensuring work meets bothdesign excellence and regulatory compliance standards

• Mentor and develop creative talent fostering a culture of curiosity craftsmanship and continuous improvement

• Collaborate with legal compliance and risk teams to push creative boundaries whilemaintainingappropriate guardrails

• Managefreelancercontracting budgetsproduction schedulesand an image libraryof photography video and illustration

• Compellingly present creative work to senior leadership and stakeholders

• Stay attuned todesign trends visual storytelling innovation and evolving client expectationsin financial services

• Roll up your sleeves and contribute to both day-to-day creative needs and large-scale campaignsin this hands-on role

What You Bring

• Ten or more years of progressive creative leadership experience withsignificant timespent developingvisual identity systems and brand design frameworks

• Deep portfoliodemonstratingexcellence invisual storytelling ideally within financial services fintech pharmajournalismor other trust-driven industries

• Proven ability to balance creativity with the constraints of regulated industries

• Exceptionalvisualsensibility across formats and channels from digital experiences to large-scale campaigns

• Strategic thinking that connects business goals tovisual expression and customer experience

• Experience leading and developing creative teams witha track recordof attracting andretainingtop talent

• Extensive knowledgeofand network within the photography and video industry

• Expertiseand experience with contracting processes and intellectual property law

• Acumen in managing image libraries

• Experience in production methods supervisingretouchingand color correction

• Comfort presenting to and influencing C-suite executives and board members

• Understanding of howvisual identity intersects with customer experience product design and business strategy

• Proactive problem solving and collaboration skillsthatsucceedin matrixed organizations and cross-functional partnerships

What Success Looks Like

Within your first yearyoullhave a hand inestablishingclear scalable visual identity guidelinesfor each of our affiliates and the enterprise brand that teams across the organization can confidently apply.

Youllhave launched several majorcampaignsthatdemonstrateour evolved visual identity and drive measurable business results.

Most important of all your team will be energized growing in their craft and producing work that earns industry recognitionand more importantlyclient engagement.

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to shape how a financial institutionshows up visuallyduring a transformative moment in the resources leadership support and creativespaceto do work that matterswork that connects and supports communities helps people make smarter financial decisions and builds more secure futures.

This is a full-time role that is in-office for candidates located within our footprint (CA CO UT WA) and remote for candidates located ourside of these areas.

In-office locations include:

• California: San Francisco

• Colorado: Denver

• Washington: Seattle

• Utah: Salt Lake City

Benefits& Compensation

• Salary Range:This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $165000 - $225000 annually depending on job-related factors such as level of experience and location.

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!

• Life and Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• Health Savings (HSA) Flexible Spending (FSA)and dependent care accounts

• Paid Training Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays and any applicable state holidays

• 401(k) plan with company match Profit Sharing competitive compensation in line with work experience

• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business maximum of $5250 per calendar year employees are eligible for the program upon hire

• Employee Ambassador preferred banking productsa complete set of checking savingsloanand payment benefits exclusively available to you as an employee of Zions Bancorporation.