Creative Director, Design Job at Ritual in Los Angeles

About Ritual

Ritual is a personal health brand that is building the future of daily essentials. Our mission is simple: we help turn healthy habits into a Ritual. We started by creating the first visible supply chain of its kind and reinventing the daily multivitamin from the ground up. Now, together with some of the world’s leading scientists, researchers and advisors, we’re developing a new standard of high-quality, traceable daily products across new categories. Hundreds of thousands of customers across generations trust us, and we are growing quickly.

We’ve built a team of over 120 (and counting) curious skeptics, world-class scientists, unconventional artists, expert marketers, and analytical strategists. We’re venture-backed and based in sunny Los Angeles. If you’re looking to challenge the status quo and be challenged to do the best work of your career, join us.

Essential

We’re looking for a Creative Director, Design with a strong design background to lead our creative vision from concept to completion and set the standard for creative excellence at Ritual. In this role, you will oversee multiple visual disciplines, report to the VP of Creative, and collaborate closely with scientists, marketers, and cross-functional teams to bring our brand to life.

Who You Are:

• A science and women’s health enthusiast who is passionate about shaping meaningful brand narratives and experiences.
• A lifelong learner who stays ahead of cultural and industry trends, translating insights into data-informed creative solutions.
• A strategic thinker who blends conceptual creativity with business objectives to drive brand storytelling, customer retention, and acquisition.
• A brand steward who ensures the brand evolves while maintaining consistency and impact across all channels.
• A player-coach who fosters collaboration, innovation, and a respectful creative environment.
• A team-first leader who prioritizes collective success over individual recognition.
• An advocate for inclusivity who ensures our work resonates with and reflects diverse communities.

What You'll Do:

Lead & Inspire Creative Excellence:

• Champion creativity through critical thinking and critique to drive outstanding work.
• Lead concept development and create breakthrough, narrative-driven ideas across media and channels.
• Drive continual improvement in creative quality, thinking, and capabilities.
• Ensure creative work is accessible, representative, and resonates with diverse communities.
• Work hands-on as needed to bring ideas to life.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead with empathy and equity, modeling Ritual’s values in leadership and collaboration.
• Support the growth and development of Creative team members, mentoring and advocating for them.
• Foster a culture of belonging, ensuring all voices are heard and valued.
• Provide constructive feedback and recognition to encourage continuous growth.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Alignment:

• Partner with cross-functional teams to align on shared goals and drive creative excellence.
• Work closely with Project Management, Marketing, and Science teams to ensure cohesive storytelling.
• Cultivate positive relationships across teams, creating a space for open dialogue and creative problem-solving.

Operational Excellence & Quality Control:

• Develop and implement creative policies and best practices that support equitable access and representation in design.
• Ensure creative work is high-quality, accurate, and aligned with brand standards.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, including AI, to responsibly enhance creative processes.

What You Need:

Experience:

• Proven Creative Director experience in advertising and design for consumer-facing brands, with a portfolio that showcases a diverse range of impactful work.
• Ability to distill complex concepts into clear, engaging, and inclusive creative solutions.
• Experience leading and developing creative teams while fostering an inclusive, growth-minded environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and emerging creative technologies.
• A deep understanding of branding, storytelling, and design systems across multiple channels.

Empathy & Inclusion:

• A commitment to inclusive design and representation, ensuring all creative work is reflective of our diverse audience.
• A compassionate and collaborative approach to leadership, fostering a psychologically safe workplace.

Evidence of Impact:

• A current, diverse portfolio showcasing real, produced creative work that demonstrates innovation, cultural acumen, and a track record of building top consumer brands across touch points and media—including product launches, sales campaigns, brand campaigns, social content, design systems, photo/video direction, collateral, experiential, and packaging.

Additional Compensation, Benefits, and Perks:

• 401k Match - Up to 4%
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Healthcare & Dependent Care FSA
• Equity participation in the form of stock options
• 20 weeks of Parental leave for qualified team members, with flex time for returning parents
• Talkspace access for mental health support
• Pet Insurance discount
• Non-accrual and flexible PTO (10 days minimum)
• 18 paid company holidays + additional days for extended weekends.
• 10 Wellness Days (Final Friday of each month)
• 2 Days to volunteer (Days of Action)
• Focus Fridays (used for self-development, heads-down work, community group meetings and 1:1TBs)
• Free Ritual subscription during your time with us
• Maven Clinic Family Planning platform
• Annual Wellness stipend
• Monthly Childcare Allowance
• Technology Allowance
• New hire Work from Home stipend
• Bi-Annual Performance Reviews
• Bi-Annual in-person company events
• Monthly wellness activities

Why Ritual?

Since launching in October 2016, Ritual has grown to be a cultural revolution in the health industry. We’re not about pseudoscience, half-truths or health fads. We are simple, effective, and backed by real science.

Ritual is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together.

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