Director, Creative Studio

**Who We **Are**:
For over 25 years, Native Instruments has been at the forefront of sonic innovation. Guided by our mission to inspire and enable creators to express themselves, we develop integrated audio hardware and software solutions for musicians, producers, engineers, and DJs of all genres and levels of experience.

This dynamic team is at the forefront of developing innovative content marketing strategies, specifically tailored to engage deeply with the musician and creator community. Comprising creative strategists, storytellers, community and product experts, the team excels in crafting resonant, authentic narratives that connect with artists and creators on a personal level. Their work spans across various media - from digital campaigns to interactive workshops - always aiming to foster a supportive and vibrant community. Collaboration, diversity, and a genuine passion for the arts underscore every project, making this team a key player in driving meaningful engagement and building strong, lasting relationships with creators and musicians.

We seek a visionary Creative Director with a strategic mindset and a transformative spirit to shape the visual language and overall creative direction of Native Instruments. This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented team of visual designers, copywriters, and video editors, fostering an environment of collaboration, inspiration, and relentless innovation. You will be the champion of our creative vision, ensuring it seamlessly aligns with the brand and resonates deeply across our diverse user base.

**What You'll Do**:

- Develop and articulate a compelling creative direction for Native Instruments, pushing the boundaries of music technology marketing and branding.
- Guide, mentor, and empower your team, ensuring they have the resources and support to produce world-class creative outputs.
- Embrace emerging trends in design, technology, and communication. Actively seek transformative, out-of-the-box approaches that elevate the brand.
- Oversee all visual and narrative aspects of our brand, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency across all touchpoints.
- Spearhead creative testing initiatives, using data and insights to refine campaigns, messaging, and visual styles for maximum impact. Forge strong working relationships with key stakeholders including brand strategists, product creators, UX leads, artist relations, social media, content teams, and product marketing leaders to ensure a cohesive brand experience.

**What You'll Need**:

- Experience in creative leadership roles, preferably with a focus on technology, lifestyle brands, or the music industry.
- Exemplary work showcasing brand strategy, compelling visuals, engaging narratives, and an ability to translate complex ideas into impactful campaigns.
- An unwavering eye for detail and a high standard of creative output across a wide range of mediums.
- Ability to motivate, mentor and empower a creative team to push their boundaries and deliver exceptional work.
- Experience in leveraging data and analytics to inform creative decisions and ensure campaign effectiveness.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a natural ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

**About Us**:
**Native Instruments embraces diversity and a respect for all people. **We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we believe the foundation of our dynamic and pioneering spirit starts with a fair and inclusive culture. At Native Instruments we value teamwork and passion, deliver inspiring experiences, continuously innovate and empower our communities, while also serving our planet.