Creative Director & Head Designer in United State

Creative Director / Head Designer

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Introduction

This is the ideal leadership role for a visionary professional with exceptional talent in both creative direction and design across multiple categories. At Böhme, you’ll have the rare opportunity to shape the creative heartbeat of a brand that combines strong foundations with sustainable, exciting growth. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a company poised for its next chapter, where your ability to create impactful concepts, build and develop a high-performing internal design team, and execute flawlessly will directly influence the brand’s identity, customer experience, and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and present monthly creative concepts that will be executed across the brand’s vertical structure.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing internal design team that consistently delivers innovative, brand-aligned products.
• Build and maintain a full-year creative calendar, providing clear visibility to all departments on upcoming themes, product launches, and marketing initiatives.
• Oversee the creative process from ideation to execution, ensuring consistency in brand voice, imagery, and product presentation.
• Partner with the Buying team to ensure alignment between product design, internal sourcing, and external vendor purchases.
• Collaborate closely with the Marketing team to guarantee that monthly concepts are brought to life across all platforms, including website, Instagram, email, and other digital/print channels.
• Report directly to the CEO and contribute to strategic discussions shaping the future of the brand.

Core Competencies

As Head Designer:

• Exceptional ability to design across multiple product categories with a deep understanding of trend forecasting and market positioning.
• Strong technical knowledge in garment construction, fabric selection, and fit.
• Proven experience in developing cohesive collections that meet both creative and commercial goals.

As Creative Director:

• Expertise in storytelling and brand narrative across visual and experiential touchpoints.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire cross-functional and creative teams, fostering collaboration and alignment.
• Strategic vision to connect creative output with business objectives and growth plans.

About You

• Strong background in womenswear design with a track record of delivering standout collections.
• Recognized team leader with proven success in mentoring and inspiring creative professionals.
• Experienced in creative direction with the ability to oversee projects from concept to execution.
• Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in achieving business objectives through design and creative strategy.
• Adept at scaling design and creative processes to support business growth.
• Possess a proven entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Work Environment

Given the high degree of collaboration required with internal stakeholders—including Buying, Marketing, and Executive Leadership—this role is office-based in Salt Lake City. Daily face-to-face interaction will be critical for maintaining creative alignment, ensuring seamless execution, and fostering a strong culture of teamwork.

Relocation Support

For the right candidate, Böhme will provide both logistical and financial relocation assistance to Salt Lake City. This includes guidance on housing, moving arrangements, and integration into the local community—allowing you to focus fully on your new role.

Life in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City offers a unique blend of vibrant city life and breathtaking outdoor recreation. With its growing arts and culinary scene, friendly neighbourhoods, and easy access to world-class skiing, hiking, and national parks, it’s a place where work-life balance truly thrives. The city’s affordable cost of living, combined with its natural beauty and year-round activities, makes it one of the most desirable places to live and work in the U.S.

About Us

Böhme was founded by sisters Vivien and Fernanda Böhme, who immigrated from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to the United States as young girls. Facing the challenges of an immigrant family, their strong work ethic and passion for success drove them to open Böhme in 2006, at just 23 and 24 years old. With Vivien as CEO and Fernanda as Creative Director, they have built a thriving business that now spans multiple store locations across the western U.S. and employs over 200 women.

At Böhme, we believe fashion is more than just clothing—it's about discovering your personal style and embracing what makes you feel confident and beautiful. When you walk into a Böhme store, you’re not just a customer; you're our newest BFF. Our team is here to help you navigate those tough days, overcome insecurities, and find the perfect outfit. We prioritize each other and understand that sometimes, a little retail therapy can go a long way. So, whether you’re here to shop or just say hi, we’re excited to welcome you!

Böhme is now part of Unified Commerce Group (UCG), a platform for the next generation of retail brands, and a mission to unlock growth opportunities for high-potential retail brands through expansion into new markets and customer-centric omni-channel capabilities.