Technology Creative Director

Salary : $127,000.32 - $185,658.60 Annually

Location : Los Angeles, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number: R9570B

Department: 82000 - COURT TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

Opening Date: 05/09/2025

Closing Date: 5/27/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Position Description

ABOUT THE COURT

Los Angeles Superior Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States. Its 580 judges and commissioners work in one of the 36 facilities within the Court's 12 judicial districts and are supported by more than 4,800 full-time Court employees. The Court has an annual budget of more than $1 billion. Located in Southern California, Los Angeles County is geographically one of the nation's largest counties, covering 4,752 square miles and, with over 10,400,000 residents, is also one of its most populous counties.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Step into a leadership role where creativity meets innovation. As the Technology Creative Director, you'll shape the future of digital experiences, branding, and UI/UX design for the Courts' technology platforms. This role is about more than visuals-it's about defining a compelling identity that resonates across every touchpoint, ensuring seamless alignment between design, marketing, and user engagement. If you thrive in cross-functional collaboration, push boundaries in digital storytelling, and lead teams toward groundbreaking creative solutions, this is your opportunity to make an impact. Join us in driving a visionary approach to technology and design, crafting experiences that leave a lasting impression.

Key responsibilities:

Branding & Identity

Define and evolve the brand identity for all technology products and digital assets.

Ensure consistent visual and messaging alignment across platforms, collateral, and campaigns.

Create branding toolkits and guidelines for internal and external use.

Digital Marketing & Communications

Lead creative direction for digital marketing materials, product launches, and promotional campaigns related to Court Technology Services and court technology deployments.

Develop visual assets and narratives to support storytelling for technology initiatives.

Collaborate with the Courts marketing and communications team to build brand awareness and user engagement.

UI/UX Design Leadership

Oversee and guide UI/UX strategy, ensuring all software interfaces are user-centered, accessible, and visually compelling.

Lead the creation of wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and design systems for new and existing applications.

Collaborate with software developers, product managers, and end users to iterate and refine experiences.

Team & Project Leadership

Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers, and content creators.

Prioritize and balance multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.

Align creative efforts with organizational goals and customer needs. The official classification for this role is Business Systems Manager. For a detailed job description, click Please note the requirements in the job description may vary from the requirements in this bulletin. Applicants must meet the requirements stated in this bulletin.

TELEWORK OPPORTUNITIES

This position is eligible for telework following an initial training period.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet one of the following options at the time of application:

OPTION I: 9+ years of experience in creative leadership roles, including branding, digital marketing, and software UI/UX design.

OPTION II: Bachelor's degree in design, marketing, human-computer interaction, or related field -AND- 5+ years of experience in creative leadership roles, including branding, digital marketing, and software UI/UX design.

OPTION III: Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the qualifications. Note: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable qualifications:

An advanced degree in design, marketing, human-computer interaction, or related field.

Strong portfolio showcasing branding, UI/UX design, and digital marketing campaign execution.

Proficiency in industry-standard design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and prototyping platforms.

Exceptional communication, collaboration, and storytelling skills to align creative efforts with strategic goals.

Experience working in agile product development environments to support iterative design and execution.

Passion for creating modern, user-centered, and engaging digital experiences that drive impact.

Visionary thinker with a user-first mindset.

Comfortable navigating between creative strategy and technical execution.

Ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible, impactful visuals

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

Qualifying evaluation of experience based upon submitted application materials and supplemental questionnaire. Applicants who meet the selection requirements will be placed on an eligible list which will remain valid for up to six (6) months and may be invited to participate in an oral interview.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

For general application information, please access the Los Angeles Superior Court reserves the right to verify all submitted documentation prior to appointment.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process can contact the email address provided below.

Los Angeles Superior Court is an equal opportunity employer.

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MegaFlex Benefit Plan

Benefits may be purchased using a tax-free monthly benefits allowance of 14.5% or 17% of the employee's monthly salary or $1,300.00, whichever is greater. The percentage is based on employee's years of service. If the monthly cost of the benefits selected is less than the monthly allowance, the employee receives the difference as additional taxable pay. For detailed plan information, click

Insurance

The MegaFlex plan includes a robust range of insurance options, including medical, dental, disability, life, and AD&D insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees may contribute up to $237 per month into a tax-free Health Care Spending Account and up to $400 per month tax-free into a Dependent Care Spending Account. The Court contributes up to $375 per month to the Dependent Care Spending Account.

Leave Benefits

Annual Leave - Instead of traditional sick and vacation leave, employees earn 10 days of annual leave per year and may buy up to 20 additional days of annual leave.

Holidays - 14 days per year.

Bereavement leave

Retirement

- Optional tax-deferred supplemental retirement plan that includes a County match up to 4% of employee's salary.

- Optional tax-deferred supplemental retirement plan that includes a County match of up to 4% of employee's salary.

Retirement Pension Plan administered by the Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA).

If the candidate is a "new member" of the County's defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013, that person's pension will be limited under the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). For these purposes, a "new member" is someone who first becomes a member of LACERA on or after January 1, 2013 - that is, someone first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012 - unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. For further information, visit

Other Benefits:

The Commuter Benefit Plan (CBP) - Allows employees to pay for eligible public transit expenses using pre-tax dollars (up to IRS limits).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement- The Tuition Reimbursement Program provides eligible employees with tuition assistance (maximum $2000 per fiscal year) for courses toward a degree program at an accredited college and/or university. The program is intended to support the ongoing development of a highly effective workforce at the Court.

The information contained herein concerning the benefit package available to incumbents in this classification is based on an employee's appointment to a full-time, permanent position in the Court service in this class. The specific benefit package any individual employee may receive is subject to change based on that employee's particular employment status and payroll title.

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INSTRUCTIONS: The information you provide on this online supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated. All questions must be answered. You are encouraged to respond as specifically and as completely as possible. Attaching or referencing a resume will not be considered responsive. Incomplete responses, false statements, omission of a material fact and partial information can result in disqualification.

Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand these instructions.

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EDUCATION VERIFICATION: If your qualifications include a bachelor's degree, a legible copy of your diploma or transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable) must be attached to the application to receive credit. You may also email a copy to .

Please check the box to indicate you have read and understand this requirement.

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Describe a time when you aligned creative efforts with an organization's strategic technology goals, ensuring consistency across digital platforms, product design, and UI/UX experiences. If no experience, enter "N/A."

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Have you worked closely with marketing, product, and technical teams to develop cohesive digital experiences? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them? If no experience, enter "N/A."

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How have you developed brand messaging that resonates with users engaging with digital products or services? Can you share an example of a campaign or initiative that strengthened engagement technology-driven communication? If no experience, enter "N/A."

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Have you introduced new design methodologies or creative tools to enhance digital experiences? What was the impact on usability and engagement? If no experience, enter "N/A."

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Describe an instance where you balanced aesthetic appeal with functional usability in a UI/UX design project? If no experience, enter "N/A."

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Describe a time when you led a team to foster innovation in digital product design or technology-driven creative strategies, while ensuring structured project timelines were met. If no experience, enter "N/A."

Required Question