Creative Director

Angara E-Commerce Private Limited is a luxury jewelry e-commerce company founded in the year 2007. It is a subsidiary of the American company, Angara Inc., which is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Over the last few years, Angara has grown exponentially, establishing itself as a global leader in handcrafted colored gemstone as well as diamond jewelry. Our luxury jewelry is shipped to more than 65 countries worldwide, and has a presence in the United States of America, Bangkok, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. In India, our offices are located in Jaipur and Noida.

Angara was ranked the No.1 Online Jeweler in the US in 2020 by the leading American magazine, Newsweek. We were also recognized by Newsweek as 5 Year Champion on being voted among the best online jewelers in its list of “Best Online Shops” for five years in a row. That’s not all. Our ground-breaking innovation, ‘Create with Angara,’ earned us the Business Intelligence Group’s 2024 BIG Innovation Award as well as the #10 spot in Retail on Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2024 list. In addition to this, we secured the prestigious Bizrate Insights Circle of Excellence Award for two consecutive years as well as the Business Intelligence Excellence in Customer Service Award 2023. Better Business Bureau has rated Angara A+ for excellence in service and our Trust Pilot rating stands at 4.5 out of 5.

We are seeking an experienced Creative Head to lead our creative production team based in Jaipur. In this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for overseeing the creative direction and execution of content across multiple platforms, including digital, social, print, and traditional media. A key aspect of this role is managing worldwide photo shoots, ensuring high-quality production standards regardless of location. You will guide a team of creative professionals, drive innovation in storytelling, and collaborate across departments to deliver impactful, on-brand content that resonates globally.

Ideal Candidate We are looking for:

Must-Have Skills & Qualities

• Bachelor’s degree / Master’s degree from premier institute in Creative Arts, Film Production, Digital Media, Marketing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in creative production, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• At least 3+ years of experience leading creative strategy at a brand.
• Proven experience managing global photo shoots and large-scale production projects across multiple regions
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in digital, video, and photo media, with a focus on creative direction and production management.
• In-depth knowledge of production processes, both local and international, and the ability to manage logistics, budgets, and timelines.
• Expertise in industry-standard creative tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, Avid, etc.) and photo-editing software.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple projects, and deliver high-quality work on time.

Job Description:

1. Creative Leadership:

• Provide strategic oversight of all creative output, ensuring alignment with the company’s goals, brand identity, and vision.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team of designers, video producers, photographers, content creators, and editors to deliver exceptional work.
• Drive creative innovation across campaigns, inspiring the team to stay ahead of trends and produce original, high-quality content.
• Provide clear direction, feedback, and motivation to ensure that creative work meets the highest standards and is delivered on time.

2. Global Photo Shoot Management:

• Oversee and coordinate worldwide photo shoots, managing logistics, creative direction, and execution across multiple locations.
• Collaborate with international teams, external photographers, stylists, and vendors to ensure each shoot aligns with brand objectives and creative vision.
• Ensure consistency and quality across all photo shoots, no matter the geographic location, and troubleshoot challenges as they arise.
• Manage the pre-production process, including setting timelines, approving concepts, coordinating travel, and securing locations or studio bookings.
• Oversee post-production processes to ensure photos meet the creative vision and are optimized for various platforms and marketing channels.

3. Production Oversight:

• Oversee all stages of content production, ensuring smooth execution from concept development to final delivery.
• Work closely with the marketing, product, and digital teams to ensure all creative aligns with business goals and engages the target audience.
• Adapt creative concepts across multiple channels (digital, social media, print, etc.), ensuring consistency and platform-specific optimization.

4. Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, manage, and grow a high-performing creative production team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and encourage team members & career development.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and creative team culture.

5. Project Management and Budgeting:

• Develop detailed production timelines, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high quality.
• Manage production budgets for both global photo shoots and other creative projects, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising quality.
• Work with external vendors, freelancers, and agencies, managing contracts and relationships to ensure smooth project execution.

6. Quality Control and Innovation:

• Ensure that all creative work maintains the highest quality standards throughout the production process.
• Keep the team informed about the latest industry tools, technologies, and trends, and integrate new creative techniques into production.
• Resolve any production challenges quickly, ensuring that deadlines and creative standards are met.

7. Collaboration with Stakeholders:

• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, product, digital) to align creative strategies with broader business objectives.
• Present creative ideas, progress updates, and final deliverables to internal stakeholders and clients, ensuring their feedback is incorporated.
• Manage relationships with external agencies, production partners, and freelance talent to ensure smooth collaboration on global projects.

Think you're the right fit?

If your profile aligns with the above job description, please email your updated CV and portfolio to nandani.mohan@angara.com