SharkNinja · 1 week ago
Creative Director, Art – Creative Labs (NYC)
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $267K/yr
10+ years expSharkNinja is a global product design and technology company that delivers innovative lifestyle solutions. They are seeking a Creative Director, Art to define and drive the visual identity for campaigns and product storytelling while collaborating with various teams to bring creative ideas to life.
BeautyConsumer ElectronicsConsumer GoodsRetail
Responsibilities
Develop upstream visual platforms and conceptual territories rooted in insight, product truth, and bold design thinking
Turn product benefits and innovation into emotionally resonant visual ideas that surprise, inspire, and differentiate SharkNinja
Lead the creation of high-level concepts, moodboards, sizzles, prototypes, and campaign directions that set the creative vision for teams downstream
Bring energy and enthusiasm to every room—sparking creative momentum and elevating ideas on the spot
Lead and inspire designers, art directors, motion teams, and external partners to produce visually stunning, high-impact work
Present creative with confidence and passion—even to large executive audiences—clearly articulating the vision and rationale
Use feedback as fuel to push ideas further rather than pull them back
Model a hands-on, sleeves-up approach to artistry, craft, and execution
Ensure world-class visual execution across upper-funnel campaigns, digital and social content, retail, packaging, and product storytelling
Work closely with motion and production teams to shape the look, feel, pacing, and expressive identity of our work
Uphold design standards for clarity, consistency, and global relevance—while empowering local teams to adapt visual systems thoughtfully
Champion high craft across typography, layout, composition, storytelling, color, photography, film, and 3D design
Translate complex technology and engineering into compelling, premium, consumer-first visual narratives
Partner with Product Development, Engineering, CI, and Marketing to ensure visuals communicate innovation, performance, and emotional connection
Visualize product stories from zero to one—sketching concepts, storyboarding, prototyping, and directing shoots
Build strong partnerships with Copy Creative Directors, Marketing, Insights, Product, and Sales
Unite teams with influence and generosity—sharpening ideas, elevating teammates, and strengthening shared creative direction
Manage relationships with external creative agencies, production partners, and freelancers when needed
Qualification
Required
10+ years of art direction and creative leadership experience at top-tier agencies, in-house studios, or consumer brand organizations
Portfolio demonstrating exceptional visual thinking, conceptual strength, campaign leadership, and world-class craft
Proven ability to direct photo and video shoots, motion content, brand systems, packaging, and integrated visual storytelling
Deep fluency in design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, 3D design tools, AI-driven creative platforms)
Strong understanding of digital, social, upper-funnel creative, and visual-first brand building
Comfort operating in fast-paced, high-volume environments while maintaining impeccable visual standards
Exceptional communication and presentation skills; ability to articulate design and inspire confidence at all levels
Relentless curiosity, competitive awareness, and passion for sharpening the brand's visual edge
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution
401(k) retirement plan with matching
Employee stock purchase program
Life insurance
AD&D
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Generous paid time off
Company holidays
Parental leave
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Pre-paid legal insurance
Back-up child and eldercare days
Product discounts
Referral bonus program
Wellness initiatives
Company
SharkNinja
SharkNinja is a consumer goods company that offers beauty, home care, kitchen appliances, and outdoor electronic products.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
SharkNinja has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (40)
2024 (33)
2023 (18)
2022 (22)
2021 (29)
2020 (24)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
CDH Investments
2025-08-20Post Ipo Secondary· $638M
2024-03-19Post Ipo Secondary· $272.13M
2023-12-04Post Ipo Secondary· $286.47M
Leadership Team
Mark Barrocas
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Quigley
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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