Director, Creative

Walmart

. Oversee creative solutions for the Gen Merch & Fashion business across strategy development, creative production, and activation .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $132,000 - $286,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading creative teams and developing integrated marketing strategies that drive ROI and business revenue. Proficient in producing omnichannel campaigns and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve brand objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Creative Strategy DevelopmentTeam Leadership and MentoringOmnichannel Campaign ExecutionAdobe Creative Cloud ProficiencyB2C and Retail Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Integrated MarketingCreative ProductionData Analysis and InsightsCampaign Design and ExecutionVisual Communication Principles

Soft Skills

CollaborationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailWritten and Verbal CommunicationInfluencing and Negotiation

Tools & Technologies

Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignFigma

Industry Keywords

Digital MediaMarketing StrategyCreative ExcellenceBusiness TransformationFast-Paced Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee creative solutions for the Gen Merch & Fashion business across strategy development, creative production, and activation
Lead and inspire Strategists, Art Directors, Designers, Copywriters, and Producers
Mentor and coach team members and support career development
Foster a collaborative culture of innovation
Develop, execute, and optimize category- and advertiser-specific media and marketing strategies
Architect and execute omnichannel solutions aligned with brand goals and Walmart enterprise objectives
Develop and execute creative strategies for top brands
Implement innovative creative solutions
Produce omnichannel creative campaigns and assets
Collaborate with Product, Strategy, Marketing, Sales, Enterprise Marketing, Site Merchants, eComm, and Retail Marketing
Create case-study-worthy activations for top-tier advertisers
Ensure creative efforts align with new products and business initiatives
Oversee multiple projects concurrently
Negotiate contracts and oversee timely, on-budget, compliant agency delivery
Forecast team workload and proactively solve business problems
Translate data into actionable insights and strategies
Develop metrics, measure performance, and quantify impact using qualitative and quantitative strategies
Elevate creative output and ensure quality across the Walmart Connect ecosystem
Monitor category marketing efforts, digital trends, and the competitive landscape
Develop campaigns showcasing competitive advantages and best-in-class work
Champion creative excellence and ensure deliverables meet quality, innovation, and effectiveness standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Marketing, Creative Writing, Advertising, Fine Arts, or related field and 7 years' experience leading creative teams OR 9 years' experience leading creative teams
At least 12 years of relevant experience, including 8 years of managing, coaching, and motivating direct reports
Proven record of leading strategy and integrated marketing functions and teams
Experience building and leading high-performing teams in fast-paced environments
Strong influence in driving cross-functional partnerships
12+ years of creative and media solutions experience in digital media and marketing
Demonstrated experience driving ROI and business revenue through strategic implementation of custom solutions
Experience leading a team of creative professionals and producers
Deep experience in developing comprehensive creative strategies for brands
Proven experience designing and pitching integrated campaigns across multiple platforms and channels
Strong understanding of design principles, typography, photography, and visual communication
Experience building collaborative relationships with sales, product, marketing, and operations
Advanced experience with Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills
B2C and retail industry knowledge
Experience in new business, business transformation, or start-ups
Recognition in Ad Age and a portfolio of Cannes awards are strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus awards
Medical, vision, and dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO, including sick leave
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
Short-term and long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U education benefit, including fully paid tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs
English Language Learning and short-form certificate programs
Vacation, sick leave, and holiday leave through PTO and/or PPTO
Stock
Additional compensation through annual or quarterly performance bonuses