Creative Director, Card Design

American Express

. Collaborate with internal business marketing partners and the inter-agency team to understand end-consumer needs and the holistic customer journey .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesLead💰 $103,750 - $174,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert-level design leadership with a focus on print, packaging, and physical design, while effectively managing and mentoring design teams. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and print production processes, ensuring high-quality execution of integrated creative work across various mediums.

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Print Production ExpertiseAdobe Creative Suite ProficiencyDesign Leadership and MentoringHolistic Campaign CreationProject Management Tool Experience

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Hard Skills

Print DesignPackaging DesignColor Systems KnowledgeProofing and Press ChecksDigital DesignMotion GraphicsAdobe PhotoshopAfter EffectsCinema 4DCreative Oversight

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCuriosity and Drive for LearningEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationCreative Presentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

WorkfrontPrint Production ToolsDesign Software

Industry Keywords

Creative Agency ExperienceIn-House Brand EnvironmentIntegrated Creative WorkBrand Identity SystemsTactile Brand Expressions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with internal business marketing partners and the inter-agency team to understand end-consumer needs and the holistic customer journey
Provide end-to-end creative and design leadership across high-priority American Express initiatives
Own the vision, quality, and execution of card and physical design experiences
Design and oversee breakthrough, integrated creative work across digital and physical touchpoints, emphasizing print, packaging, and tactile brand expressions
Serve as a print and physical design expert with knowledge of packaging, brand identity systems, materials, finishes, and manufacturing processes
Apply expert-level knowledge of color systems, including Pantone, across materials, finishes, and print processes
Collaborate with production teams to ensure seamless delivery of digital and print assets
Partner with print production teams and external vendors on proofing, press checks, and on-press approvals
Bring innovative perspectives informed by culture, design, technology, and industry trends
Elevate team quality and craft while developing junior team members
Report to the Group Creative Director, Card Design

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of professional design experience at a leading creative agency or in-house brand environment, with a strong focus on print, packaging, and physical design
2+ years of experience managing and mentoring designers, providing creative oversight for large-scale, complex design initiatives
A meticulous eye for detail and a passion for design excellence
Demonstrated expertise in print production, including hands-on experience with proofing, press checks, and vendor collaboration; on-press experience is required
An award-winning portfolio that includes holistic campaign creation and implementation across digital, traditional, and experiential mediums
Strong sense of curiosity and drive to continuously learn, evolve, and elevate personal craft and team output
Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop
Proficiency with motion-based programs including After Effects and Cinema 4D is strongly preferred
Strong experience creating and presenting executive-level presentations, clearly articulating creative ideas, design thinking, and strategic intent to diverse audiences
Ability to work with a Project Management tool such as Workfront and juggle multiple projects at once
Link to an online portfolio required with application
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required; visa sponsorship will not be pursued

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities