Company Overview:
If you ask us, we're the perfect mix of athletes, entrepreneurs, engineers, and creatives. Our diverse backgrounds and shared values are what help make Hydrow great. Our mission is not just to create an amazing fitness experience, but a beautiful human experience - one that's honest, inclusive, and positive.. Hydrow is the Live Outdoor Reality (LOR)™ rowing machine that delivers on-water experiences at home with workouts led by world-class athletes. At Hydrow, you'll have the chance to shape a company that is disrupting the fitness industry while creating engaging content unmatched in the marketplace today. Sound exciting? That's because it is!
We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Creative Director to lead our creative team in delivering compelling and impactful visual experiences. If you are a seasoned creative professional with a proven track record of elevating brands through innovative design and storytelling, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission. Responsibilities: Lead and inspire the creative team to develop and execute innovative design solutions aligned with the company's brand and objectives. Oversee the end-to-end creative process, from conceptualization to execution, ensuring high-quality and on-time delivery of projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Product Development, and Sales, to translate business goals into visually stunning and effective creative strategies. Develop and maintain brand guidelines, ensuring consistency across all visual elements and communication channels. Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities to continually enhance and evolve the company's creative approach. Direct and manage external vendors, agencies, and freelancers as needed to support creative projects. Present and articulate creative concepts and strategies to internal stakeholders, including executives, to gain alignment and support. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field. Proven experience (8+ years) in a creative leadership role, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful projects and campaigns. Exceptional proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. Strong understanding of current design trends, brand development, and visual storytelling. Excellent leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a creative team. Effective communication skills to articulate and present creative concepts to diverse stakeholders. We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting exceptional candidates, for that reason if you don't meet 100% of the job description, that's okay! Please don't hesitate to apply — we'd love to hear from you. How We Work Authentic and Inclusive: We embrace each and every one of our differences and celebrate our diversity. We commit to fostering a space where everyone belongs and is heard. Nimble with Purpose: We are a fleet of speedy boats, instead of a barge. As pathfinders of positive change, we adapt our focus with ease when our purpose points us in a new direction Resilient Teammates: We support our Hydrow teammates and members through challenges: technical, personal, or unexpected waves. We overcome the present obstacle and persevere together.
Hydrow is a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate individual differences and recognize that unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and more successful. Hydrow actively seeks applicants who can bring a variety of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds to the team. Hydrow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, qualified handicap, gender identity, results of genetic testing, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Our team values diversity in experience and backgrounds—we do our best work when we create space for different voices and perspectives. Whatever unique experiences or skill sets you bring, we look forward to learning from each other. BENEFITS AND PERKS (Full Time Permanent Hydrownauts)
?? Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Premiums 100% Paid For By Hydrow
?? 6 Months Fully Paid Primary and Secondary Parental Leave
?? Unlimited PTO Policy
?? $150/week Reimbursable for Childcare
?? 401k
?? Free Membership to the Hydrow App and access to a free Hydrow
