Executive Creative Director

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Kraken Digital Asset Exchange

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Kraken Digital Asset Exchange is a cryptocurrency platform that facilitates the buying and selling of over 200 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many others. Founded in 2011, Kraken provides a comprehensive suite of features for both beginner and advanced traders, such as advanced trading interfaces and margin trading. The platform emphasizes industry-leading security, deep liquidity, and 24/7 customer support, making it a trusted choice for users worldwide. Kraken caters to individual investors as well as institutional clients, offering services like OTC trading and custody. The company is committed to transparency with its proof of reserves and mission-driven values. Kraken operates globally, supporting clients in over 190 countries, with a quarterly trading volume exceeding $207 billion. However, users are advised of the high risk of crypto investments and the lack of regulation in some jurisdictions.

Bitcoin • Litecoin • Dogecoin • Ethereum • Cryptocurrency

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2011

₿ Crypto

💸 Finance

💳 Fintech

📋 Description

Building the Future of Crypto • Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by a desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. • Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. • Join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. • Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world. • We shape Kraken's identity, crafting breakthrough campaigns and initiatives that establish Kraken as a cultural icon and category leader. • Define and steer Kraken's creative vision across all consumer touchpoints – from breakthrough advertising to culturally relevant social and partnership activations. • Set and execute the global creative vision for Kraken, ensuring all marketing, advertising, and brand initiatives reinforce position as a category leader. • Balance leadership and execution, seamlessly switching between guiding teams and executing high-level creative work as an individual contributor. • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the creative org, hiring and mentoring top-tier talent. • Serve as a key creative advisor to Kraken’s executive leadership team, providing guidance on brand-building strategies and creative opportunities.

🎯 Requirements

15+ years of experience in creative leadership, with a diversified track record of success at global brands, agencies, and high-growth tech companies. Prove ability to lead and scale high-performing creative teams, overseeing multiple disciplines including design, content, brand, and campaign execution. Deep expertise in brand marketing and advertising, from high-profile campaigns (TV, digital, experiential) to disruptive cultural moments and scrappy, no-budget initiatives. Strong executive presence, with experience presenting creative vision and securing buy-in for bold and disruptive ideas at the C-suite level. Exceptional storytelling skills and a strategic mindset, with the ability to translate business objectives into compelling creative. Crypto-native: You understand the ethos, language, and culture of crypto. You know how to speak authentically to the community while making the space accessible to newcomers. Track record of global campaign success, with portfolio highlights including award-winning creative, viral brand moments, digital transformation projects, or category-defining product launches. Data-driven mindset, with experience leveraging insights to refine creative strategy and improve performance.

🏖️ Benefits

Offers Equity • Offers Bonus