Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring a Social Media Creative Director for a fully on-site, direct hire opportunity based in Whittier, California.

In this role, you’ll lead the strategic and creative direction of all social media initiatives for our client, a fast-growing organization near East Los Angeles. You will shape the brand’s visual identity across platforms, drive innovation in social-first storytelling, and manage high-impact digital content creation. The ideal candidate will combine visionary thinking with hands-on leadership, working closely with internal teams, cross-functional partners, and external agencies. This position operates during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, with a salary range of $130,000 to $150,000.

Make sure you apply with a resume that has your Social Media Creative samples easily accessible!

There is no application deadline for this role.

Social Media Creative Director Responsibilities:

• Lead creative direction for all social media content across major platforms including Meta, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube, and others.

• Develop and execute social-first campaigns aligned with brand identity, marketing goals, and audience engagement strategies.

• Manage, mentor, and inspire a creative team of designers, copywriters, and social content creators.

• Collaborate with Brand, Product, and external social agencies to ensure cohesive and strategic social output.

• Test, analyze, and optimize creative assets based on KPIs, audience insights, and platform performance data.

• Oversee multiple creative projects simultaneously, ensuring high quality, timely delivery, and consistent execution.

• Contribute to the evolution of design systems and style guidelines to maintain a unified visual presence across digital channels.

• Maintain consistent tone, messaging, and aesthetic across all social touchpoints.

• Source, manage, and collaborate with influencers, photographers, and external creators to elevate content quality.

• Stay current on cultural trends, platform algorithms, and evolving design practices to inform innovative creative approaches.

• Manage content calendars, campaign timelines, and digital asset production workflows to support seamless execution.

Social Media Creative Director Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in social media and digital design with a portfolio demonstrating diverse, high-quality social executions.

• Minimum 5 years in creative direction, digital content leadership, or social media creative management roles.

• Proven success developing branded social content across Meta, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube, and emerging platforms.

• Demonstrated ability to produce high-performing or viral social media content.

• Expertise in visual design principles and social-first creative strategies.

• Proficiency with design tools such as Adobe XD, Figma, and related platforms; SEO knowledge is a plus.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design rationale and collaborate across teams.

• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and a strategic, forward-thinking creative approach.

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience supporting lead-generation websites and familiarity with Webflow development is a significant advantage.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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