Creative Director, Interactive Digital Experiences

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (<a class="c-link c-link--focus-visible" href="http://monks.com/careers" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="http://monks.com/careers" data-sk="tooltip_parent">monks.com/careers</a>).</span></p></div><h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2> <p><strong>We are makers.</strong> We create because we are curious, and we believe that the best way to prove an idea works is to make it real.</p> <p>As the <strong>Creative Director, Interactive Digital Experiences</strong>, you are the architect of the "magic moment"—that split second when a user touches a device or screen and understands exactly why it matters. Reporting to the GCD of Emerging Experiences, you will own the digital manifestation of Google hardware and software.</p> <p>Your domain is the screen, where you will lead the creation of world-class interactive digital experiences, marketing apps, and interactive demos. You are a hybrid creative leader: part visionary creative, part designer, and part storyteller, capable of translating complex AI features into intuitive, playful, and "Google Grade" interactions.</p> <h3><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></h3> <p><strong>Interactive Mastery &amp; Product Storytelling</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Own the Experience:</strong> Lead the conceptualization and execution of experiences such as on-device demos for new product launches (Pixel, Nest, Fitbit). You will turn technical specs into "show, don't tell" experiences that prove the product’s value instantly.</li> <li><strong>User-Centric Pragmatism:</strong> Balance "big vision" creative thinking with the realities of consumer engagement. Design experiences that are robust enough for thousands of interactions yet simple enough to engage a user in seconds.</li> <li><strong>UX/UI Leadership:</strong> Direct teams of interactive designers, motion designers, and creative technologists. Ensure every swipe, tap, and transition meets the highest standards of craft and usability.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Strategic Innovation &amp; Client Partnership</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Partner with Product:</strong> Collaborate deeply with Google’s hardware and marketing teams. You must be comfortable navigating complex stakeholder maps (Marketing, Product, Brand) to align creative vision with product roadmaps.</li> <li><strong>Push the Possible:</strong> Challenge the status quo of standard marketing features. Innovate how we showcase AI and software features in ways that feel magical, not mechanical.</li> <li><strong>Present with Authority:</strong> Lead client presentations with clarity and conviction. You are the expert in the room, guiding clients from the "what" to the "how".</li> </ul> <p><strong>AI &amp; Future Workflows</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>AI Optimist:</strong> Embrace AI tools to supercharge your team’s workflow—from rapid UI prototyping to generative content creation. You don't just design <em>for</em> AI products; you design <em>with</em> AI tools.</li> </ul> <h2><strong>About You</strong></h2> <h3><strong>The essentials:</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Experience:</strong> 10+ years of creative experience with a focus on digital, interactive, design or product marketing. At least 3+ years in a leadership role managing multidisciplinary teams.</li> <li><strong>Deep UX/UI Fluency:</strong> You have a portfolio that demonstrates deep expertise in user experience and interface design. Product design experience is a significant plus.</li> <li><strong>Tech/Marketing Pedigree:</strong> Experience working with major tech clients or launching products via interactive marketing platforms is highly preferred. You understand the consumer journey and how to interrupt and engage it effectively.</li> <li><strong>Maker Mindset:</strong> You are hands-on. You can jump into Figma and other tools/platforms, not just to fix, but to demonstrate an idea.</li> <li><strong>Tech-Savvy:</strong> A strong understanding of hardware capabilities, software constraints, and the opportunities within the Android ecosystem.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Innovation:</strong> Successfully launching new digital and interactive formats that increase dwell time and engagement.</li> <li><strong>Craft Quality:</strong> delivering work that is recognized internally and externally as "Google Grade"—clear, human, and useful.</li> <li><strong>Client Trust:</strong> Becoming the "first call" for client partners when facing a new product launch challenge.<br><br></li> </ul> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission.</span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time.</em></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>#LI-KW1</em></span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>#LI-Hybrid</em></span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><h2><strong>What We Offer</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>Benefits</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance - more about our coverage <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1flH9caNSGxiqlhz6kQP7XUaZCpzyIlKm/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a>!</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">401k with company contribution</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Paid parental leave</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Career growth in a disruptor space &amp; entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">A globally diverse &amp; inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more!</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth. (Why Sir Martin Sorrell signed The Climate Pledge</span><a href="https://www.adweek.com/agencies/s4-capital-continues-its-ambitious-evolution-by-joining-the-climate-pledge/?utm_content=154645660&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=linkedin&amp;hss_channel=lcp-2717758"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">here</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">!)</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time.</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monks has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Monks may pay for the position at the time of posting. Monks may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on job-related factors, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.</span></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><div class="title">Salary Range: </div><div class="pay-range"><span>$150,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$175,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>About Monks </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Monks is the global, digital-first, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc, where our culture centers on how we show up for the work and for one another. That begins with the commitment to strive for mastery—taking deep pride in our craft and creating work that sets the bar. In everyday execution, we drive momentum by choosing bold action rather than waiting for certainty. Above all, our teams are stronger together, bringing diverse perspectives into a unified team that communicates with clarity, trust, and mutual respect.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">&nbsp;</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">This commitment to craft and innovation translates directly into widespread industry acclaim: Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services and a leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Digital Marketing Agencies. It ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-25) and remains the only partner featured in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). Named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023) and The One Show’s inaugural AI Pioneer Organization (2025), Monks was also awarded Business Intelligence Group’s 2026 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Award in the Human-Machine Interaction Team category. Additionally, Monks.Flow earned AI-based Marketing Solution of the Year at the 2026 AI Breakthrough Awards and a 2026 Global Generative AI Award in the Agentic Marketing Innovation category. Finally, Monks achieved a record-breaking number of FWAs and continues to hold the most of any partner.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us.&nbsp;</span></p></div>