Creative Lead

We are a fast-growing SaaS company on a mission to propel the restoration industry forward by empowering restoration contractors with the technology they need to scale and grow their businesses. Recognized as a Top 10 Startup in Chicago by LinkedIn and a Top Startup by Built In for two consecutive years, and backed by Y Combinator, we are entering our next phase of accelerated growth. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team at a pivotal moment and make a meaningful impact.

We believe a picture tells a thousand words. We're building a visual-first marketing team—one where design leads the conversation, not follows it. We're looking for a Creative Lead to own that vision.

You'll work hand in hand with the Head of Marketing to set the creative tone for Albi and execute a visual-first communication strategy across everything we put into the world. This means translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visuals. It means evolving our brand with intention. It means building the systems and standards that allow great design to scale.

This role is equal parts strategist and maker. Today, you're hands-on—crafting high value decks, infographics, and motion graphics that tell our story with clarity and craft. Tomorrow, you're leading a creative team that is transforming how we talk about the restoration industry. The balance will shift as we grow, but the standard never drops.

Requirements:
Key Responsibilities

Brand & Creative Strategy

• Own and evolve Albi's visual identity—set the creative tone across all external touchpoints
• Establish and maintain visual guidelines, quality standards, and brand consistency
• Build scalable design systems—templates, component libraries, and self-serve tools—so the organization can create on-brand materials without bottlenecks
• Partner with marketing leadership to shape how we communicate visually to customers and the industry.

High-Impact Creative

• Design high value decks and board presentations that tell our story with clarity and impact
• Create infographics and visual narratives that make complex ideas feel intuitive
• Oversee and develop motion graphics and animated explainers that bring our brand to life
• Oversee and polish video content from raw footage into cohesive, on-brand pieces

Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor a small team, elevating their craft
• Create the playbooks and processes that allow the creative function to scale without sacrificing quality

Key Qualifications

• 6–8+ years in design roles with increasing scope and creative ownership
• A portfolio that demonstrates range and excellence—brand systems, pitch decks, motion graphics, and data visualization
• Experience managing or mentoring designers
• Mastery of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Video editing & After Effects proficiency (Premiere Pro or equivalent)
• Proven ability to translate complex, technical ideas into clear, elegant visuals
• Experience building design systems and templates that scale
• Strong convictions about craft, held with openness to feedback and iteration

You'll Thrive Here If

• You'd rather show than tell—and believe design should lead, not decorate
• You're curious about industries beyond your own and see unfamiliar territory as an opportunity
• You take ownership of outcomes, not just activities

Benefits:
• Competitive salary ($115,000–$135,000) with performance-based bonus tied to pipeline contribution
• Good balance of personal autonomy and team collaboration on projects
• Working with a team of smart, kind humans passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world problems
• Be in an environment where your input is highly valued and personal growth is prioritized
• Interesting and challenging work
• Generous PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Regular team events and off-sites
• Equipment budget – everything you need to do your best work
• Continuing education, mentoring, and career development opportunities
• 401K Plan + Matching

We are an in-office–first organization, with teams working from our office four days per week. We will be moving to the heart of Chicago in Summer 2026 as part of our continued growth.

Your journey is your own, and we’re here to help you thrive, no matter your starting point.