Creative Design Lead

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of original and reproduced artwork, mirrors, and wall decor for residential and commercial installation. Based in California, the company serves the interior design, hospitality, and retail industries with curated collections, custom capabilities, and a commitment to creative excellence.

• The Creative Design Lead serves as the creative heartbeat of the Design Department within this company, responsible for translating the Head of Design's vision into inspired, market-ready creative direction.
• The Creative Design Lead is both a mentor and a hands-on designer who guides concept development, ensures aesthetic cohesion, and delivers work that upholds standards for innovation, quality, and beauty for artwork, mirrors, and wall decor meant for residential installation.
• This position requires a strong conceptual thinker and visual storyteller with deep experience in wall art, interior design, or décor.
• The Creative Design Lead drives the creative process, balancing artistry with business goals while fostering collaboration and excellence across the team.

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

A highly creative and confident professional who balances vision with structure. This individual

thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, bringing equal parts inspiration and discipline to

the creative process. They are both artist and leader, capable of pushing boundaries while

maintaining brand integrity.

Location : On-site, La Mirada, CA

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 50 hours per week

Department : Design

Reports to : Head of Design Development

Compensation Benchmark – Southern California (2025)

Category Range (Annual) Notes

Base Salary $90,000-$105,000 Median around $100,000

Bonus Potential 5–10% of base Based on project and company performance

Category Range (Annual) Notes

Total Compensation Range $97,750 – $115,500 For a full-time on-site creative leadership role

Market Context :

This range aligns with compensation for "Creative Design Lead" or "Creative Manager" positions in

Southern California design and décor companies. It reflects in-person leadership of a

multidisciplinary creative team within a premium home décor and fine art manufacturing

environment.