Creative Manager

Description

DIVE IN TO A NEW CAREER WITH LESLIE'S :

Leslie's Pool Supplies is the "World's Largest Retailer of Swimming Pool Supplies." With over 1,000+ retail stores in 39 states plus PRO, Service, E-Commerce, Production, and Distribution divisions, there are many career opportunities at Leslie's. With over 60 years of providing best-in-class products and solutions to our customers, there is nothing that we value more than the development and growth of our team. We strive to create a positive and fun atmosphere where our Team Members feel valued and are enthusiastic about the contributions they make to the success of Leslie's

Note : This position is based at our corporate office in Phoenix, AZ, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Remote work is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within commuting distance, as relocation assistance is not provided. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

This position is not open to agency submissions.

About the RoleThink of this role as part strategist, part art director, and part coach. We’re looking for a Creative Manager who can spark ideas, shape campaigns, and guide our team to do their best work. Agency roots are a big plus because we need someone who can jump into concept ideation, move fast, and create work that people notice (and remember).

What You’ll Do

Shape and evolve our brand identity across packaging, in-store signage, digital, email, and direct mail

Lead brainstorms that fuel bold, campaign-ready ideas

Mentor a team of designers, keeping creativity high and burnout low

Partner with the Creative Director and marketing leads from first spark to final execution

Ensure design stays consistent, polished, and on-brand across every channel

Manage timelines and resources so projects don’t just finish, they shine

Stay ahead of creative and cultural trends to keep fresh ideas flowing

What You’ll Bring to the Pool

Bachelor’s degree in Arts or related field, or equivalent experience

7+ years in brand and marketing design within agency or in-house environments, with deep experience in branding, visual identity, web, and art direction

A strong online portfolio that shows range and craft (required)

Proven ability to guide and mentor a design team, balancing priorities, workflows, and reviews

Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to adapt, prioritize, and stay composed under pressure

Experience with project management systems (e.g., Monday.com)

Strong attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-moving environment

Familiarity with generative AI models (ChatGPT, CoPilot, etc.) and prompt development

Advanced skills in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, plus proficiency in Figma

Knowledge of production art, printing, and production processes (packaging, direct mail, sign kits)

Strong chops in brand building, typography, and visual storytelling

Thrive in fast-paced environments and know how to keep calm when the waters get choppy

Find a meaningful balance between optimizing for speed, quality, and doing challenging, interesting, pixel-perfect work

Love working with other designers to help them learn and grow—and have them help you learn and grow

Preferred Requirements

Experience in retail marketing.

Familiarity with Monday.com

Experience using generative AI tools (e.g., Midjourney, Firefly, Heygen, ElevenLabs) to enhance design ideation and workflow efficiency.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A creative crew that values big ideas and bold execution

A nationally recognized brand with room to make your mark

A culture that cheers on growth, experimentation, and mentorship

Leslie's provides a robust benefits package, including :

Comprehensive medical, pharmacy, dental, & vision plan options.

Health savings account (with enrollment in the high deductible health plan option).

Health & dependent care flexible spending accounts.

Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.

Voluntary supplemental life insurance.

Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability insurance.

Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) with company match.

Paid vacation, sick, and bereavement leave.

Paid holidays, including a floating personal day.

Employee assistance and wellness programs.

Earned Wage access is available, allowing early access to a portion of your earned wages before payday.

Product discounts at Leslie’s Retail stores.

Leslie’s recognizes a critical component to our continued success is our people. Leslie's is committed to developing and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within our company and the communities we serve. A key aspect of building a great team is valuing ideas from many viewpoints, which is why we place a priority on identifying and hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds and perspectives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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