Associate Creative Director - UT, CA, CO, WA (In-Office)

About the job

For more than 150 years, Zions Bancorporation has built on the dedication and talent of our people, earning recognition as one of the ‘Best Banks to Work For.’ Now, we’re focused on shaping the future of banking—leveraging innovation, strengthening local relationships, and delivering exceptional value across our collection of great banks in the West.

Our expanding marketing team is creating something transformative: a dynamic, in-house Creative Studio that will redefine how we tell our story and connect with customers. Under the leadership of our new CMO, we’re building a modern, collaborative hub for bold ideas and innovative campaigns that elevate a bank known for exceptional service and deep community roots. This is your opportunity to help shape a creative vision that sets a new standard for financial marketing.

We’re looking for an Associate Creative Director who is a strategic thinker, a strong conceptual storyteller, and a hands-on leader. In this role, you’ll guide integrated campaigns that align creative vision with business objectives from idea to execution, mentor a growing creative team, and push for innovative, distinctive work that elevates our brand across channels. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and know how to turn strategy into compelling creative, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative Strategy

·         Participate in creative visioning, stewardship, and execution of marketing programs, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives

·         Develop high-performing creative assets for affiliate channels, across print, digital, motion, and physical experiences

·         Collaborate with performance marketing teams to optimize creative for ROI and conversion

Leadership & Team Development

·         Inspire and manage the work of a multi-talented team of designers, copywriters, and marketers focused on affiliate initiatives

·         Mentor and inspire creative team members, fostering growth and excellence in craft.

Brand Consistency

·         Elevate quality and brand integrity across all touchpoints

·         Balance innovative approaches with regulatory requirements and financial industry standards

Data-Driven Innovation

·         Use performance data and testing insights to refine creative strategies

·         Track and forecast marketing trends, technologies, and best practices

Vendor & Partner Collaboration

·         Develop relationships with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and production vendors to ensure quality and cost efficiency

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Strong demonstrated capabilities in forward thinking graphic design.

·         Expertise in marketing strategies across digital, interactive, and print channels.

·         Strong visual, written, and oral presentation skills.

·         Minimum 3 years in creative leadership roles, ideally within financial services or regulated industries.

·         Experience coaching team members and freelancers

·         Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in design (or equivalent experience)

·         Candidates may have a background in graphic design and/or related fields

·         Proven ability to manage large-scale projects, budgets, and agile workflows.

·         Bonus experience: fixturing, signage, hospitality design, art curation, event production, experiential design

·         Familiarity with banking products and services is a plus.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Along with competitive benefits starting on day one—including 12 bank holidays, profit sharing, and a company-matched 401(k)—you’ll have the chance to grow your career while creating work that truly matters to our customers and communities.

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $105,000 - $120,000 annually depending on job-related factors such as level of experience and location.

·         Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance start day one

·         Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

·         Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts

·         Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays

·         401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience

·         Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

·         Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire

·         Employee Ambassador preferred banking product

LOCATION OPTIONS

Salt Lake City, UT  |  San Francisco, CA  |  Seattle, WA  |  Denver, CO

Please note: This is an in-office position that will sit at a local corporate office five days a week. This is not a hybrid role.

Ready to bring your vision to life? Share your application and portfolio today.