Why work at Grindr?

Grindr is among the top highest grossing apps in the iOS App Store and boasts some of the most engaged users across all social networking apps. We offer a constantly evolving, agile startup environment that enables and rewards innovation, teamwork, and diligence.

Situated right in the heart of West Hollywood, we're the No. 1 location-based mobile social app on the market, and we cater to a massive user base of 3 million daily active users in every country in the world. Since our inception in 2009, we've been dedicated to finding new and better ways to connect people using mobile technology.

We offer a lot of perks and a collaborative office filled with healthy snacks and friendly people. 

Summary

Grindr is looking for an experienced Creative Director to oversee our internal creative team, freelancers, and the entire creative process at Grindr. We need a leader, a mentor, and overall creative genius. Working with the VP of Marketing, this person will play a key role in the evolution of the Grindr brand, guide our internal creative team to greatness, and direct compelling and memorable design campaigns that solve our business- as well as our creative-goals.

Responsibilities

• Must have multifaceted creative leadership experience with Brand image, Marketing collateral, Digital content development, style guides, product development, store design, etc.
• Define and drive Grindr’s overall creative vision while maximizing brand integrity
• Partner with the VP of Marketing in developing and executing Creative vision and story for Brand initiatives which include events, activations, web and digital content development, photo shoots, video production, etc.
• Provide concept, art direction and design direction that support Company goals and strategies
• Communicate, consult and work collaboratively with cross functional teams.
• Drive projects from concept and ideation through completion
• Drive brand innovation and differentiation
• Provide conceptual direction and leadership to partners as it relates to style guide usage and product development
• Lead with strong communication and direction to guide, inspire, mentor and lead staff to maximize their talents
• Manage team, budgets, timelines and projects while working across several departments and with outside partners
• Ensure Creative team has regular and effective communication with partners
• Help team by prioritizing workload, trouble-shooting problems and offering solutions
• Stay informed of new Creative technologies and analyze new trends and data

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Art, Design, Marketing, Communications or similar Creative discipline
• Minimum of 8 years industry experience with at least 6 years of progressively demonstrated ability to effectively manage and develop Creative teams.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong understanding of Brand development and multichannel Marketing concepts
• Ability to handle multiple projects, delegate and meet rigorous deadlines
• Strong critical thinking and presentation skills
• Team player able to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
• Conceptual thinker with a strong business acumen
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Must be physically able to use computer and artist tools
• Enthusiast of design, pop-culture brands, art,fashion and the LGBTQ Community 

 Benefits & Perks

• Full coverage medical and dental insurance
• Unlimited sick policy
• Competitive Salaries 
• 401(k)
• Catered lunch, every day
• Stocked kitchen
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress environment

Grindr is an equal opportunity employer

*Recruiting firms that submit resumes to Grindr without first entering into a written contract will not be entitled to any compensation on candidates referred by that firm.