Job Description
Our company is committed to being trusted voices of light and truth reaching hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
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 productand experiences. Our mission is to create, publish, and deliver productsand experiencesthat cultivate stories worth telling, questions worth exploring, and beauty worth sharing.
We’rea 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. Ifyou’repassionate 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, andmission-aligned.
This individual will oversee a team of talented designers,creatives, and copy writersto drive innovatedapproachesin how we communicate with our customers through visual storytelling,in-storeand onlinedisplaysand merchandising,advertising, and digital content. The Creative Director will work closely with Marketing, Product Development, and Executive Leadership to bring ideas to life andensure that every design reflects the mission, culture, and aesthetic standards of Deseret BookCompany.
Successful candidates willhave an understanding ofthe needs and culture of members ofThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Thispersonwill needtohave the ability to create and execute creative and strategic plans, collaborate well with others, and give and receive focused feedback.They willleverageinsights onour communities to drive strategies and plans that pull consumers into our experiences whetherit’sour website,digitalchannelsor 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 andmaintainbrand identity and design standards to ensure visual consistency across print, digital,andretail.
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,consumerbehavior, 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 businessobjectivesinto 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 andmaintainaccountability for deadlines, quality, and cost-effectiveness of creative work.
Build andmaintainrelationships 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 least5years in a senior creative or art director role.
Strong portfolioshowcasingcreative 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.
Expertproficiencyin 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 workenvironment
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY
We strongly encourage candidates of alldifferent backgroundsto apply.We'recommitted 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.
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