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DUEx (Dry Utility Experts) is hiring: Creative Director in Orange
DUEx (Dry Utility Experts) is hiring: Creative Director in OrangeMediabistro • Orange, CA, United States
DUEx (Dry Utility Experts) is hiring : Creative Director in Orange

DUEx (Dry Utility Experts) is hiring : Creative Director in Orange

Mediabistro • Orange, CA, United States
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Overview

Creative Director

Location : Orange, CA, USA

Experience level : Senior (4+ years). Lead brand and creative for utility infrastructure and engineering services. Hands-on creative leadership for field-facing communications and integrated campaigns. Translate complex technical content into clear, on-brand materials used on-site across the U.S. Role involves shaping brand systems and driving production of digital, print, environmental, and vehicle collateral, in collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Safety teams.

Responsibilities

  • Define and own brand strategy, messaging hierarchy, and scalable visual systems for technical and field-facing channels.
  • Lead creative execution for integrated campaigns (digital, print, signage, vehicle / field collateral), ensuring clarity and safety compliance.
  • Manage and mentor a small creative team and cross-functional contractors; set priorities, review work, and build production workflows for fast on-site turnarounds.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Safety to translate complex technical content into clear, actionable communications for stakeholders and end users.
  • Oversee vendor relationships and production budgets; approve artwork, manage timelines, and ensure quality control from concept through deployment.
  • Establish measurement and optimization routines to use performance insights to iterate on creative and improve engagement and adoption.

Qualifications

Required :

  • 4+ years in creative leadership or senior art direction with demonstrable experience shipping integrated campaigns and branded systems.
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and a strong portfolio showcasing brand work across digital, print, and environmental graphics.
  • Hands-on experience managing creative teams, external agencies, and production vendors with on-time, on-budget delivery.
  • Excellent stakeholder communication skills and comfort working on-site across U.S. field locations.
  • Proven ability to simplify technical content for diverse audiences (demonstrated through portfolio work or case studies).

    • Preferred :

  • Experience in utility, industrial, or B2B technical sectors (safety communications, environmental signage, fleet branding, or municipal / utility procurement processes).
  • Background in UX / UI or digital product design and familiarity with web CMS, HTML / CSS basics, or digital asset management systems.
  • Proven experience working with safety teams and producing field- or operations-facing collateral for regulated environments.

    • Benefits & Culture

  • On-site leadership role with direct impact on operations and public-facing communications across the USA.
  • Collaborative, mission-driven environment that values practical creativity, safety-first thinking, and measurable results.
  • Competitive compensation, professional development, and opportunities to lead high-visibility, cross-functional initiatives.
  • Health coverage : medical, dental, and vision plans; employer contributions.
  • Retirement : 401(k) plan with company match.
  • PTO & leave : paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
  • Professional development : budget for conferences, training, and certifications.
  • Work tools : company-provided laptop and field equipment; travel expense reimbursement.
  • Relocation & commuting : relocation assistance and commuter / parking benefits for on-site staff.
  • Wellness & support : Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health resources.

    • How to apply

    Please submit your resume and a portfolio link highlighting relevant brand, environmental, and technical-communications work.

    Role context and location notes

    Seniority level : Mid-Senior level | Employment type : Full-time | Job function : Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology | Industry : Construction

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