Executive Creative Director

ComplexNew York, New York, United StatesOnsite

Company And Culture

Created in 2002 by Marc Eckō, Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach.Complex is the world’s definitive cultural commerce, content, and experiential platform. We have created an all-new operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping.

The company represents an expansion of the original vision with a deep understanding of convergence culture and its impact on contemporary society.Whether through video, long-form editorial, or social content, Complex tells stories that engage dynamic conversation with our communities. Our internet-breaking cover stories document the heroes of culture and take them to the next level through product collaboration and shoppability.Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more. Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture.

Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve.Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.Why We're HiringCOMPLEX is seeking a visionary Executive Creative Director to help lead the next chapter of creative innovation at the intersection of content, commerce, and experience design. This role reports into the Chief Creative & Innovation Officer and will serve as a key partner across the company’s creative, content, and experience teams. We are looking for a leader who operates with strategic clarity — not personal preference or fleeting trends. Success in this role demands a fierce commitment to audience needs, creative problem-solving, and disciplined execution across all audience touchpoints.This role is for someone who plays for the name on the front of the jersey.

If you believe true creative excellence means leading with strategy that moves both culture and business—and you’re ready to build with equal parts discipline and boldness—this is your next roles.Apply now. Help shape what’s next.

What You'll Do:

Creative Leadership

Define and elevate the creative direction across all platforms and formats—guiding storytelling, visual identity, and audience experience.
Push the boundaries of what’s possible by integrating new tools (AI, 3D, virtual production) to expand our creative vocabulary.
Inspire and direct creative teams to maintain the highest standards of originality and execution.

Platform & Experience Integration

Reimagine how digital and physical media converge—creating iconic brand moments that live across platforms.
Help shape the evolution of content formats to drive commerce, deepen audience connection, and unlock new modes of participation.
Direct experiences that balance editorial excellence with UX, performance, and innovation.

Team & Culture Development

Lead a multidisciplinary creative team and cultivate a high-performance, post-ego creative culture.
Mentor rising leaders while aligning creative efforts with business goals.
Build agile workflows and systems that enable speed, precision, and creative focus.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Act as a bridge between content, commerce, and marketing stakeholders—ensuring creative excellence across the full ecosystem.
Develop meaningful external partnerships that bring cultural insight and technological edge to the brand.

What Success Looks Like

Creative outputs that drive both cultural relevance and measurable growth.
A collaborative team culture built on trust, candor, and a shared standard of excellence.
Audience experiences that deliver clarity, joy, and loyalty.
A consistent track record of innovation grounded in strategic discipline.

What We're Looking For

10+ years in creative leadership within media, commerce, or experiential environments.
Proven ability to lead change, develop talent, and operationalize creative excellence.
A digital-native thinker who understands production, UX, and content performance.
Obsessed with problem-solving, not personal preference.
A leader who brings both rigor and generosity—focused on outcomes, not ego.

What We Offer

Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
Healthcare FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Commuter Benefits FSA
Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
Paid Parental leave
401k with 4% match
Pet Insurance
Legal and Identity Theft Plans
Vacation time and sick days

$275,000 - $325,000 a yearThe Pay Range, which consists of salary and commission, for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Complex Total Rewards offerings for employees.We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job.

Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.Complex participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Apply for this job

Life at Complex

Thrive Here & What We Value1. Entrepreneurial Spirit | 2. Strategic Thinking and Analytical Skills | 3. ActionOriented | 4. Cultivates Innovation | 5. SelfManagement Skills and Take Charge Attitude</s> | 1. Passionate about what they do and the communities they serve. | 2. Welloiled machine that works together to achieve success. | 3. Opportunity for employees to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction. | 4. Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field. | 5. Handson experience in Studio Operations.</s> | Complex is committed to building a high-performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities they serve. | Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it's a requirement for working here. | There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.</s> | Best-in-class health, dental, and vision insurance | Healthcare FSA Dependent Care FSA Commuter Benefits FSA Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance | Paid Parental leave | 401k with 4% match | Pet Insurance | Legal and Identity Theft Plans | Vacation time and sick days | $28 - $32 an hour</s> | Passionate about what they do and the communities we serve | $175,000 - $210,000 a year</s> | 2. Synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine | 3. Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. | 4. Commitment to building a high performing team | 5. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.</s> | All-new Operating System Built for the Next Generation | Seamless Integration of Discovery, Inspiration, Community, and Shopping | Expansion of Original Vision with Deep Understanding of Convergence Culture and its Impact on Contemporary Society | Experts in Creating Immersive Environments at IRL Experiences and Cultural Events | Flagship Festival Bringing Together Influential Brands and Artists for an Unforgettable Weekend of Style, Sneakers, Art, Design, Food, Music, Inspiration, and More | Committed to Building a High Performing Team that is Passionate about what they do and the Communities Served | Synergy within Teams that Make Complex What it is, a Well-Oiled Machine | Best in Class Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance | $100,000 - $120,000 a Year</s> | Inclusive and supportive team culture | Opportunity for mentorship from experienced professionals in the field</s> | $115,000 - $140,000 a year</s> | Collaborative team environment | Stay up-to-date with current design trends and techniques, sharing information and inspiration with fellow designers.</s> | 1. Passionate about what they do and the communities we serve. | 2. Opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction. | 3. Synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine. | 4. Commitment to building a high performing team. | 5. Allnew operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping.</s> | 1. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve. | 2. Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. | 3. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine. | 4. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.</s> | 1. Bestin-class health, dental, and vision insurance | 2. Healthcare FSA Dependent Care FSA Commuter Benefits FSA Shortterm/long-term disability and life insurance | 3. Paid Parental leave | 4. 401k with 4% match | 5. Pet Insurance | 6. Legal and Identity Theft Plans | 7. Vacation time and sick days | 8. $140,000 $160,000 a year</s> | a) Entrepreneurial spirit | b) Strategic thinking and analysis | c) Actionoriented and results-driven | d) Cultivating innovation</s> | Collaborative, results-oriented team environment | High performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve</s> | 1. Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance | 2. Healthcare FSA Dependent Care FSA Commuter Benefits FSA Shortterm/long-term disability and life insurancePaid Parental leave401k with 4% matchPet InsuranceLegal and Identity Theft PlansVacation time and sick days$110,000 - $120,000 a year</s> | 1. High Performing Team | 2. Passionate About What They Do and the Communities Served | 3. Opportunity to Provide Suggestions, Feedback, and Direction | 4. Synergy within the Teams that Make Complex What it is, a WellOiled Machine | 5. Committed to Building a Global Marketplace that Moves at the Speed of Culture</s> | 1. Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. | 2. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine. | 3. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.</s> | 1. Dynamic and creative work environment | 2. Opportunity to work on real projects and build your portfolio | 3. Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field | 4. Handson experience in Social</s> | 2. Welloiled machine with synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is | 3. All employees are given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction | 4. Committed to building a high performing team | 5. Believes in the company and its mission</s> | 1. Collaborative Environment | 2. Passionate Team Members | 3. Opportunity for Growth and Development | 4. Focus on Convergence Culture and its Impact on Contemporary Society | 5. Immersive Environments at IRL Experiences and Cultural Events.</s> | 2. Passionate About What They Do and the Communities We Serve | 4. Synergy Within Teams | 5. Mentorship from Experienced Professionals in the Field</s> | 2. Synergy within teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine. | 4. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. | 5. Complex participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.</s> | Commitment to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve | 4. High performing team committed to building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture.</s> | 1. Collaborative work environment | 2. Opportunities for growth and development | 3. Emphasis on creativity and innovation | 4. Focus on building a highperforming team | 5. Commitment to redefining the way people shop</s> | Complex participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.</s> | Synergy within teams that make Complex successful | Employees are given opportunities to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction | Participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.</s> | 1. Fastpaced environment with a focus on quality and cost control | 2. Opportunities for growth within the company | 3. Collaborative work environment with a supportive team</s> | $95,000 - $110,000 a year</s> | 2. Belief in the company's mission. | 3. Synergy within teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine. | 4. Opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.</s> | 4. Synergy within teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine | 5. Fastpaced environment with on-call rotations</s> | 2. Welloiled machine. | 3. Opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction. | 4. Immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. | 5. Global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture.</s> | 1. Join the largest and fastest growing independent artist merchandise company in the space | 2. Work across contemporary recording artist’s ecommerce stores, tours, retail programs, album rollouts + more</s> | $275,000 - $325,000 a year</s> | 1. Collaborative culture | 2. Positive office vibe | 3. Opportunity for suggestions, feedback, and direction from employees | 4. Immersive environments at IRL experiences and cultural events | 1. Collaborative and supportive work environment. | 2. Opportunities for growth and professional development. | 3. Emphasis on creativity and innovation.</s> | 1. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. | 2. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities served. | 4. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a welloiled machine.</s> | Opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction</s> | $120,000 - $145,000 a year</s> | 14. Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. | 15. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach. | 16. Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. | 17. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more.</s> | 2. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve. | 5. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.</s> | 3. Dependent Care FSA | 4. Commuter Benefits FSA | 5. Shortterm/long-term disability and life insurance | 6. Paid Parental leave | 7. 401k with 4% match | 8. Pet Insurance | 9. Legal and Identity Theft Plans | 10. Vacation time and sick days</s> | 1. Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. | 2. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach. | 3. Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. | 4. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more.</s>