Creative Director

About abc carpet & home

Located in New York City, abc carpet & home is a prestigious luxury destination specializing in home design. Renowned for its exquisite rug collections and artisan-crafted furniture and décor sourced globally, the brand curates unique pieces to captivate design enthusiasts and discerning customers. The environment encourages creativity and inspiration, inviting visitors to discover exclusive items and imagine transformative spaces through its commitment to art, craft, and storytelling.

Role Overview

The Creative Director position is a full-time role based on-site in New York, NY. This leadership role is responsible for defining and guiding the comprehensive creative vision for abc carpet & home across all brand elements. The position directs the development of merchandising concepts, visual storytelling, and marketing initiatives, ensuring a unified and elevated brand presence both within the store and across digital platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise design teams to execute compelling visual narratives.
• Collaborate closely with merchandising, marketing, and e-commerce departments to craft seasonal thematic campaigns.
• Oversee creative production processes including photo shoots, styling, and content creation.
• Evaluate and refine creative materials to uphold and evolve the brand guidelines.
• Stay informed on emerging trends and cultural shifts to maintain brand relevance and uniqueness.
• Mentor creative personnel to foster skill development and drive high-quality outputs.
• Manage project schedules and budgets efficiently, ensuring clear communication with all stakeholders.
• Present and articulate creative strategies and concepts to senior leadership for endorsement.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven leadership background in creative direction, brand strategy, and visual storytelling within luxury retail, design, or similar sectors.
• Expertise in art direction, graphic design oversight, and concept creation for physical and digital brand manifestations.
• Experience collaborating effectively with merchandising, marketing, and e-commerce teams to develop integrated campaigns.
• Strong capability to direct content production, including photography, styling, and copy direction, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Competence in managing concurrent projects, timelines, and budgets without compromising creative quality.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in interior design, fine arts, visual communications, or related disciplines is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, mentor, and provide constructive feedback in a collaborative team setting.
• Genuine passion for luxury home design, craftsmanship, and engagement with global artisan communities; experience in home décor or fashion is advantageous.
• Comfortable working onsite in a dynamic, customer-focused retail setting with flexibility to meet evolving demands.