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Lead the global brand expression for OpenX, guiding design across all media while managing a team of designers and collaborating cross-functionally.
Company at a Glance
OpenX is focused on unleashing the full economic potential of digital media companies. We do this by making digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers on every ad served across all screens.
At OpenX, we have built a team that is uniquely experienced in designing and operating high-scale ad marketplaces, and we are constantly on the lookout for thoughtful, creative executors who are as fascinated as we are about finding new ways to apply a blend of market design, technical innovation, operational excellence, and empathetic partner service to the frontiers of digital advertising.
OpenX is seeking a Creative Director to lead the vision, execution, and evolution of our global brand expression. In this role, you’ll be responsible for defining the look, feel, and voice of OpenX across every touchpoint—from investor decks to product launch videos to keynote stages. You’ll bring complex, technical concepts to life through compelling visual storytelling, grounded in clarity, strategy, and elegance.
As our creative lead, you’ll manage a nimble team of in-house and contract designers, and work cross-functionally with marketing, product, sales, and executive stakeholders. You’ll be hands-on with design when needed, but always thinking big picture—ensuring every asset not only looks sharp but tells the right story.
This is an opportunity to shape the visual identity of a global ad tech brand that’s helping to build a more sustainable and transparent internet.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership & Brand Stewardship
- Own the global creative direction of the OpenX brand—guiding everything from campaign design to executive keynotes to sales enablement.
- Champion brand consistency while pushing for innovation and bold, thoughtful design across mediums.
- Translate abstract or technical business concepts into accessible, beautiful design solutions that resonate with customers, investors, and partners.
Design Execution & Asset Creation
- Oversee the development of high-impact creative assets—data visualizations, decks, infographics, videos, animations, event collateral, and more.
- Serve as a hands-on design partner when needed—particularly for flagship initiatives and executive-level deliverables.
Team Management & Collaboration
- Lead and mentor a small but mighty team of in-house and freelance designers, fostering a high-performance and high-creativity environment.
- Work closely with marketing, product, comms, and executive teams to understand business objectives and deliver creative solutions that meet them.
- Manage creative timelines, priorities, and feedback loops with efficiency and grace.
Required Qualifications
- 8–10+ years of experience in design or creative direction, with a focus on B2B, SaaS, or ad tech brands.
- A standout portfolio that includes data-rich presentations, technical storytelling, explainer videos, and cross-channel brand work.
- Deep fluency in design tools (Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects or similar for motion).
- Demonstrated excellence in visualizing complex data and concepts for non-technical audiences.
- Strong project management skills—able to juggle multiple timelines and stakeholders without dropping the creative ball.
- Proven experience managing designers and creative vendors with a collaborative, inspiring leadership style.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in ad tech, fintech, or healthcare tech
- Comfort designing for both digital and live event environments.
- A strategic mindset—equal parts designer and storyteller.
Pursuant to any state, local ordinance, or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
OpenX is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For all applicants, the base salary range is noted above, per year + bonus + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications.
A summary of our benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, 401k, equity and more, can be viewed here: https://www.openx.com/company/careers/ A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications.
OpenX VALUES
Our five company values form a solid bedrock serving to define us as a group and guide the company. Our values remind us that how we do things often matters as much as what we do.
WE ARE ONE
We are one team. There are no exceptions. We are a group of strong and diverse individuals unified by a shared mission. We embrace challenges and win together as a team. We respect and care about our colleagues and cultivate an inclusive culture
WE ARE CUSTOMER CENTRIC
We innovate on behalf of our customers. We understand, respect, and listen carefully to our customers. We build great products to solve our customers’ problems. We manage our customers’ expectations clearly and honestly. We are a trusted partner to all of our customers - we act with integrity at all times. We care.
OPENX IS OURS
We are all owners of OpenX
We all have a voice to improve OpenX
We stake our personal and professional reputations on the excellence of our work
We are not interested in just "doing our jobs"; we take ownership to drive results
WE ARE AN OPEN BOOK
We understand and respect what each of us does. We are eager to teach and share what we know with others, both internally and externally. We are eager to learn from others and we ask questions internally and externally.
WE EVOLVE FAST
We take responsible risks and own and learn from our mistakes. We recognize and repeat success. We actively seek out and provide constructive feedback. We adapt quickly and embrace change. We tackle growth and learning with real urgency. We are endlessly curious.
OpenX TRAITS
Our three traits capture what makes a great team member at OpenX.
HUMBLE
Ideal team players are humble and demonstrate integrity. They put the team's success above their own, share credit generously, and value collective achievements. They are self-assured, open to coaching, and committed to continuous learning.
DRIVEN
Ideal team players are results-driven and motivated. They are curious, always seeking more to do, learn, and take on. As proactive problem-solvers, they take initiative without needing external motivation. They continuously think about the next steps and opportunities for improvement.
SMART
Ideal team players are smart and possess the intellectual acumen to understand the complexities of our organization and industry. They are interpersonally intelligent, good communicators, and exemplify sound judgment in their interactions across the company to foster a collaborative environment.
OpenX is committed to equal employment opportunities.
It is a fundamental principle at OpenX not to discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, gender identity/transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and other protected characteristic as established by law.
OpenX Applicant Privacy Policy
Applicants can review our Applicant Privacy Policy at any time by visiting the following link: https://www.openx.com/privacy-center/applicant-privacy-policy/.
Effective Date: November 21, 2024
Top Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
After Effects
Figma
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