Keller Executive Search · 7 hours ago
Head of Creative - Apparel & Accessories
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$240K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expKeller Executive Search is assisting a D2C fashion apparel and accessory company in Texas in their search for a visionary Head of Creative. This role involves leading and evolving the brand identity while managing a high-performing creative team to drive innovative design solutions that resonate with diverse consumer audiences.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Define and execute the overarching creative strategy aligned with corporate brand objectives and commercial goals
Establish and maintain brand guidelines, ensuring consistency across all channels
Champion innovative design thinking and stay ahead of industry trends, consumer preferences, and emerging technologies
Analyze sales data and performance metrics to guide product strategy, eliminate underperforming concepts, and champion data-backed innovations
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring brand integrity and market relevance across all initiatives
Build, mentor, and lead a multidisciplinary creative team including art directors, graphic designers, copywriters, and production specialists
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that attracts and retains top creative talent
Manage resource allocation, workflow optimization, and creative project prioritization
Represent the company in strategic discussions with executive leadership, influencing decisions that enhance overall business growth and product success
Implement scalable processes and systems to support rapid content production across multiple categories and channels
Oversee quality control for all creative deliverables from concept through final production
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Design, Fashion Merchandising, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of progressive creative experience within fashion, apparel, or accessories, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Demonstrated experience leading large creative teams of professionals
Strong proficiency in leveraging data analytics to inform creative and product strategies, with experience crafting narratives that drive cross-departmental alignment
Strong portfolio showcasing strategic thinking and exceptional design
Experience managing large creative budgets each year
Excellent interpersonal and influence skills, with the ability to navigate stakeholder dynamics
Outstanding presentation and communication skills with the ability to articulate creative vision to executive audiences
Preferred
Advanced experience in fast-paced environments with short lead times
Background in multi-brand or product line management
Familiarity with trend forecasting and agile methodologies to pivot quickly to market shifts
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (employee and dependent coverage)
401(k) retirement plan
Company
Keller Executive Search
Keller Executive Search is a boutique executive recruitment and advisory firm dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations worldwide.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase