Praytell is a creative communications agency built by strategic minds and spirited hearts who believe original storytelling, unexpected ideas and an instinctive recoil from anything remotely boring can shape culture and make people… well, give a sh!t. We partner with brands to create timely, integrated and headline-worthy campaigns across social, earned, digital, experiential and emerging platforms, all rooted in smart strategy, creative excellence and a deep understanding of what’s resonating right now.
We’ve been doing this for just over a decade and have picked up some pretty cool awards along the way, including PRWeek’s Best Place to Work (8x and counting), Agency of the Year and even a few your mom might recognize - even if she doesn’t fully get what you do for a living.
Our work is collaborative, fast-moving and driven by curiosity, grounded in how we show up for our clients and for one another. If you’re looking to join an ambitious, deeply supportive team that’s focused on doing great work with great people and doesn’t take itself too seriously, we’d love to hear from you.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Creative Director with a strong track record of shaping standout ideas and delivering exceptional creative work, bringing sharp creative vision, compelling storytelling instincts and an energizing, collaborative spirit to some of our most exciting clients across CPG, sports, travel, tech and more. We want someone who can set the tone for ambitious creative work, build client trust and turn cultural insights into ideas that truly resonate. This role is built for a leader who thrives at the intersection of big-picture thinking and hands-on creative leadership, and who’s eager to help shape a culture that celebrates curiosity, collaboration and ideas with the power to move people and influence culture.
As a Creative Director, you will:
- Lead standout creative concepting, strategy and execution across some of our biggest clients - including key consumer and sports accounts - acting as the go-to creative partner for social-led, earned-first work.
- Develop concepts and ideas and tell stories that feel fresh, culturally aware and strategically grounded while staying true to each brand’s voice and long-term goals.
- Lead brainstorms and ideate independently, developing the best thought starters, sparks and ideas into fully formed creative concepts
- Serve as the client-facing creative lead across complex, multi-track projects, navigating shifting priorities, unblocking challenges and providing clear, confident direction that keeps teams moving
- Collaborate closely with partners across project management, design, copy, video, account, strategy and influencer marketing to shape integrated work, maintain alignment and push creative thinking forward
- Present work with clarity and conviction, offering thoughtful rationale and smart recommendations that build trust and move clients toward the strongest ideas
- Bring a genuine, lived-in understanding of sports culture to the table; an instinct for the nuances, language and energy of the space is essential for helping brands show up with credibility.
- Mentor creative team members helping them strengthen their craft, grow their strategic thinking and build confidence in both concepting and execution
- Contribute to Praytell’s growth and creative culture through staff development, new business support and internal initiatives that champion bold thinking and better ways of working
About You
Experience you have:
- 8-10 years of experience, currently serving as an ACD or CD, leading earned-first creative in an agency environment
- A strong portfolio that demonstrates big ideas, sharp writing and a range of work across earned, digital, social and integrated channels
- Proven experience presenting to clients, guiding creative conversations and building trust through clear rationale and strong storytelling
- Experience guiding or managing writers, designers or content creators, and comfort providing feedback that elevates the work
- Comfort ideating and writing up ideas independently or in direct collaboration with an account team
- An understanding of how to collaborate across project management, design, copy, video, account, strategy and influencer teams to bring integrated ideas to life
- Experience navigating multiple accounts and workstreams and the ability to confidently lead teams through shifting priorities and complex asks
- A genuine familiarity with sports culture through lived interest, understanding and fluency in the space
Equally important, you are:
- Ambitious and entrepreneurial
- Flexible and adaptable
- Meticulous and well-organized
- A creative problem solver
- Hands-on - you do not just set content direction, you help execute it
- Inquisitive and eager to learn
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Honest and ethical in all work
- Committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace
Benefits
We offer a growing list of benefits and perks, including:
- Salary: $145,000 - $170,000 (This range reflects the minimum and maximum compensation. We typically offer salaries within the 25th to 75th percentiles and cannot exceed the listed maximum. Final offers depend on experience, skills and qualifications.)
- Comprehensive health care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with annual shares of Project Worldwide, our parent company
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with an annual employer contribution based on company performance
- Flexible Time Off (FTO), company holidays and mental health days
- Flexible work locations within the US - remote is a-ok! We also have physical hubs and offices in LA, SF, Austin, Chicago, Minneapolis and New York
- Flex Fridays, designed to keep Fridays meeting-free for focused work and to give you space to support your personal wellbeing while delivering great client service
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, family, career, legal and financial support
- Paid parental leave and fertility support
- Training and team-building programs
- Camp Praytell, our company offsite (eligibility based on start date)
- Employee Resource Groups (BEACON, Compañeros, elevAsian, Herizon and Prism)
- And more!
Interview Process
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, while we’re incredibly grateful for your interest, we’re not able to respond to each one individually. We’ll be in touch with candidates we’re moving forward with. We know how hard it can be to wait and wonder, especially in today’s job market, so if you don’t hear from us within 5 business days, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates for this role. We truly appreciate the time and care you put into applying and will keep your application on file for future opportunities.
Our interview process typically takes 4-6 weeks, and here’s what you can expect along the way:
- Submit Application
- Phone Screen w/ Head of Talent (30 Mins)
- Team Interview (30 Mins - 1 Hour)
- Leadership Interview (30 Mins)
- TBD: Short, Client-Agnostic Take-Home Test (Paid via Electronic Gift Card)
- Offer (Target Start Date: Feb 2026)
Who We Are
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all people and do not discriminate - period. All qualified applicants will receive consideration in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on any protected class and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace in every location where we operate.
