Principal, Creative Direction, APAC

Principal, Creative Direction - APAC 🌏

Join Brooks Running as we seek a visionary Principal, Creative Direction to lead our creative initiatives across Asia! This full-time hybrid role based in Shanghai, China invites you to shape the brand presence of a leading global running brand, with a special emphasis on the China market.

About Us:
At Brooks, we believe that movement is the essence of feeling alive. Our dynamic culture fosters collaboration, creativity, and innovation as we aim to inspire everyone to find joy in movement. With values such as "Runner First" and "Keep Moving," we welcome individuals from all walks of life to join our mission to elevate the running community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Vision: Develop culturally relevant strategies across Asia, ensuring the Brooks brand connects deeply with local runners.
• Brand Management: Lead integrated marketing campaigns that boost brand awareness and engagement while ensuring a cohesive brand expression.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with internal teams and external agencies to deliver creative outputs reflecting both global direction and regional nuances.
• Creative Direction: Oversee art direction for image and video, guiding all aspects from concept to final production.
• Agency Management: Cultivate strong relationships with creative agencies, providing inspiring feedback and ensuring high-quality deliverables within budget.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Creative Arts or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years in creative direction/art direction, with 5+ years guiding external creative teams.
• Proven storytelling, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Figma, Workfront, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Professional working fluency in English is required.

Why Join Us?

• Travel opportunities (40% domestically/internationally) 🌍
• An inclusive environment celebrating diversity and equity.
• Join a team that embraces creativity and innovation, pushing boundaries to inspire runners everywhere!

Apply Now! Share your online portfolio showcasing your best work at the top of your resume. Let's inspire the world through movement together! 🏃‍♂️✨