{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d8ee41ce09f866cdb0f63ac9","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d8ee41ce09f866cdb0f63ac9","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d8ee41ce09f866cdb0f63ac9","title":"Creative Director","description":"About Pendulum\n\nPendulum® is leading a revolution that is occurring around the world to improve physical and mental health by first understanding, then restoring and enhancing the human microbiome.\n\nStudies have shown that our microbiome (the bacterial communities in and on our bodies) is linked to everything from metabolism and diabetes, to longevity, weight loss, healthy immune systems, cancer prevention, feelings of well-being, inflammatory bowel disease, and even healthy skin. We have just scratched the surface on understanding the impact that our microbiome has on our lives. During early life we develop a diverse and balanced microbiome that plays a critical role in shaping our long-term health. Over our lives, a combination of diet, lifestyle, antibiotics, and aging can decrease the effectiveness of our microbiome.\n\nPendulum recognized the enormous impact they could have on people’s lives if they were able to address the imbalances in the microbiome. To accomplish this, Pendulum created proprietary probiotic pipelines and a unique discovery platform to identify key, novel bacterial strains and the prebiotics that feed them. The company has also built and developed the world’s first manufacturing technology to produce bacteria in an anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment at scale.\n\nThe medical probiotics that Pendulum has formulated have transformed the consumer probiotics market into a new category of therapeutic offerings that deliver the power and efficacy of a pharmaceutical with the safety and accessibility of a natural probiotic. Due to Pendulum’s explosive revenue and customer growth over the last two years, the company earned a spot on Forbes Magazine’s exclusive “The Next Billion Dollar Startups” list.\nIf you’re interested in improving the lives of people globally and you love working in a cross-functional, collaborative, inspiring environment, please continue reading.\n\nPosition Summary:\n\nWe are seeking an innovative and talented Creative Director to lead the creative direction of our high-growth brand. This role will be a leader and visionary within the Brand organization, and be an important part of the broader Marketing team. As the Creative Director, you will be responsible for leading our creative department and ensuring that all creative outputs align with our brand identity while also driving performance metrics. This is a key leadership role that requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of both branding principles and performance metrics.\nWe’re looking for a conceptual and creative thinker who is also a strong executor, and can take a project from ideation to delivery. You’re the type of person who will come in and immediately see all of the opportunities in front of you and bring creative ideas to the table to help us build the modern and relevant brand we want to be. You’re the type of creative that enjoys all phases of creative development and has a detailed eye for modern design aesthetic and pride yourself on meticulous asset production.\nWe’re also looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, lean and collaborative environment. Iterations and group input will be familiar territory for you. While we want someone who can think big, we also need someone who can be resourceful in how they approach execution. You are both passionate and comfortable working with a young brand in its early stages of growth.\n\nWhat You'll Do:\nBrand Strategy:\nWith the VP Marketing develop and implement a cohesive brand strategy that aligns with the company's overall objectives.\nEnsure brand consistency across all channels and touchpoints, including digital platforms, collateral, tv campaigns, and in-person experiences.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate brand messaging into all aspects of the business.\nCreative Direction:\nLead a team of designers, copywriters, and other creatives to produce high-quality, engaging content that resonates with our target audience.\nProvide creative direction and feedback to ensure that all work meets brand standards, best practices for performance marketing, and aligns with strategic objectives.\nStay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices to continuously innovate and improve our creative output.\nPerformance Optimization:\nWork closely with the marketing team to develop and implement strategies for driving performance metrics, such as conversion rates, click-through rates, and engagement metrics.\nAnalyze performance data and insights to identify areas for improvement and optimization.\nImplement A/B testing and other tactics to improve creative performance and ROI.\nTeam Leadership:\nInspire and motivate the creative team to deliver with excellence, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability.\nProvide mentorship and professional development opportunities to help team members grow and excel in their roles.\nManage resource allocation and workload distribution to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.\n\nKnowledge Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in design, marketing, or related field.\n5+ years of experience in a creative leadership role within the consumer goods, supplements, health, or wellness industries.\nStrategic thinker with a passion for wellness and for educating millions of people about the power of microbiome science on overall health.\nStrong portfolio showcasing a track record of successful brand campaigns and creative projects that resonate with consumers and drive results.\nStrong analytical skills and experience using data to drive decision-making and optimize performance.\nStrong capabilities in digital and web design, with a focus on both UI and UX.\nAn ability to translate scientific concepts into compelling content is a bonus.\nDeep understanding of branding principles, design aesthetics, and storytelling techniques.\nExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate and sell creative ideas to internal stakeholders and external partners.\nExcellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.\nProficiency in design software (Figma) and familiarity with marketing analytics tools.\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.\n\nSalary & Benefits\n$176,985-$196,650\nMedical, Dental, and Vision\nCommuter Benefits\nLife & STD Insurance\nCompany match on 401 (k)\nFlexible Time Off (FTO)\nEquity","company":"Pendulumtm","rawCompany":"pendulumtm","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-05-23T10:07:43.696Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-2021.00","title":"Marketing Managers","slug":"marketing-managers"},{"code":"27-1011.00","title":"Art Directors","slug":"art-directors"},{"code":"11-2011.00","title":"Advertising and Promotions Managers","slug":"advertising-and-promotions-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541810","title":"Advertising Agencies","slug":"advertising-agencies"},{"code":"541890","title":"Other Services Related to Advertising","slug":"other-services-related-to-advertising"},{"code":"541490","title":"Other Specialized Design Services","slug":"other-specialized-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Creative Director","description":"About Pendulum\n\nPendulum® is leading a revolution that is occurring around the world to improve physical and mental health by first understanding, then restoring and enhancing the human microbiome.\n\nStudies have shown that our microbiome (the bacterial communities in and on our bodies) is linked to everything from metabolism and diabetes, to longevity, weight loss, healthy immune systems, cancer prevention, feelings of well-being, inflammatory bowel disease, and even healthy skin. We have just scratched the surface on understanding the impact that our microbiome has on our lives. During early life we develop a diverse and balanced microbiome that plays a critical role in shaping our long-term health. Over our lives, a combination of diet, lifestyle, antibiotics, and aging can decrease the effectiveness of our microbiome.\n\nPendulum recognized the enormous impact they could have on people’s lives if they were able to address the imbalances in the microbiome. To accomplish this, Pendulum created proprietary probiotic pipelines and a unique discovery platform to identify key, novel bacterial strains and the prebiotics that feed them. The company has also built and developed the world’s first manufacturing technology to produce bacteria in an anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment at scale.\n\nThe medical probiotics that Pendulum has formulated have transformed the consumer probiotics market into a new category of therapeutic offerings that deliver the power and efficacy of a pharmaceutical with the safety and accessibility of a natural probiotic. Due to Pendulum’s explosive revenue and customer growth over the last two years, the company earned a spot on Forbes Magazine’s exclusive “The Next Billion Dollar Startups” list.\nIf you’re interested in improving the lives of people globally and you love working in a cross-functional, collaborative, inspiring environment, please continue reading.\n\nPosition Summary:\n\nWe are seeking an innovative and talented Creative Director to lead the creative direction of our high-growth brand. This role will be a leader and visionary within the Brand organization, and be an important part of the broader Marketing team. As the Creative Director, you will be responsible for leading our creative department and ensuring that all creative outputs align with our brand identity while also driving performance metrics. This is a key leadership role that requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of both branding principles and performance metrics.\nWe’re looking for a conceptual and creative thinker who is also a strong executor, and can take a project from ideation to delivery. You’re the type of person who will come in and immediately see all of the opportunities in front of you and bring creative ideas to the table to help us build the modern and relevant brand we want to be. You’re the type of creative that enjoys all phases of creative development and has a detailed eye for modern design aesthetic and pride yourself on meticulous asset production.\nWe’re also looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, lean and collaborative environment. Iterations and group input will be familiar territory for you. While we want someone who can think big, we also need someone who can be resourceful in how they approach execution. You are both passionate and comfortable working with a young brand in its early stages of growth.\n\nWhat You'll Do:\nBrand Strategy:\nWith the VP Marketing develop and implement a cohesive brand strategy that aligns with the company's overall objectives.\nEnsure brand consistency across all channels and touchpoints, including digital platforms, collateral, tv campaigns, and in-person experiences.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate brand messaging into all aspects of the business.\nCreative Direction:\nLead a team of designers, copywriters, and other creatives to produce high-quality, engaging content that resonates with our target audience.\nProvide creative direction and feedback to ensure that all work meets brand standards, best practices for performance marketing, and aligns with strategic objectives.\nStay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices to continuously innovate and improve our creative output.\nPerformance Optimization:\nWork closely with the marketing team to develop and implement strategies for driving performance metrics, such as conversion rates, click-through rates, and engagement metrics.\nAnalyze performance data and insights to identify areas for improvement and optimization.\nImplement A/B testing and other tactics to improve creative performance and ROI.\nTeam Leadership:\nInspire and motivate the creative team to deliver with excellence, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and accountability.\nProvide mentorship and professional development opportunities to help team members grow and excel in their roles.\nManage resource allocation and workload distribution to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.\n\nKnowledge Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in design, marketing, or related field.\n5+ years of experience in a creative leadership role within the consumer goods, supplements, health, or wellness industries.\nStrategic thinker with a passion for wellness and for educating millions of people about the power of microbiome science on overall health.\nStrong portfolio showcasing a track record of successful brand campaigns and creative projects that resonate with consumers and drive results.\nStrong analytical skills and experience using data to drive decision-making and optimize performance.\nStrong capabilities in digital and web design, with a focus on both UI and UX.\nAn ability to translate scientific concepts into compelling content is a bonus.\nDeep understanding of branding principles, design aesthetics, and storytelling techniques.\nExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate and sell creative ideas to internal stakeholders and external partners.\nExcellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.\nProficiency in design software (Figma) and familiarity with marketing analytics tools.\nAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.\n\nSalary & Benefits\n$176,985-$196,650\nMedical, Dental, and Vision\nCommuter Benefits\nLife & STD Insurance\nCompany match on 401 (k)\nFlexible Time Off (FTO)\nEquity","datePosted":"2026-05-23T10:07:43.696Z","dateModified":"2026-05-23T10:07:43.696Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Pendulumtm","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Millbrae","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"d8ee41ce09f866cdb0f63ac9"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d8ee41ce09f866cdb0f63ac9"}}