About this role
<p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).</span></p> <p> </p><div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Job Summary:<br></strong></span></p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>As a Senior Creative, Brand Designer, you will define how our brands look and feel across the Vail Resorts portfolio. Design is how our brands are experienced. We care deeply about craft, visual language, and details that make ideas feel distinct, consistent, and worth remembering. This role goes beyond executional design. You lead visual systems, shape concept development, and ensure our brands show up with clarity, consistency, and creative distinction across channels, seasons, and guest touchpoints.</span><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>You are a conceptual, systems</span>‑<span>minded creative who understands how modern brands express themselves visually. You know how design, art direction, and experience work together to tell a story, reinforce strategy, and elevate the work. You bring ideas to life through strong visual concepts and know how to push them across every touchpoint with intention. Execution matters, but your impact comes from how you think, lead, and connect ideas through design.</span><span> </span></span></p> </div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Job Specifications:</strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Starting Wage: $ 88,868.83 - $100,000.00 + Annual Bonus </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Employment Type: Year Round </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Shift Type: Full Time hours available </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Housing Availability: No </span><br><br></li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Lead visual direction and brand design for</span><span> Brand Centers of Excellence.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Define and evolve visual design systems and look</span>‑<span>and</span>‑<span>feel frameworks that scale across channels.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Concept and execute original, on strategy creative across digital, email, paid media, OOH, social, video, experiential, and physical environments.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Develop and lead visual concepts that anchor campaigns, experiences, and brand moments from idea through execution. </span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Translate briefs and business objectives into clear visual and conceptual direction.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Develop mood boards, comps, and visual narratives that clearly articulate creative intent.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Help shape both long-term and seasonal brand design in partnership with creative leadership.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Work in close partnership with a Copywriter and Associate Creative Director to lead ideas from concept through execution, collaborating with designers, producers, account teams, and external partners along the way.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Lead art direction for photo and video shoots, including pre-production, on-set direction, and post-production guidance.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Present work with confidence, clarity, and a strong strategic point of view.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Use visual storytelling to align partners and stakeholders around creative direction.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Provide guidance to freelance designers and art directors to ensure consistency, quality, and brand standards.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Stay culturally curious and visually fluent, bringing inspiration from art, design, media, culture, and technology into the work.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Contribute to a high bar, collaborative creative culture.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>And, of course, find inspiration in the mountains</span><span>.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong><span>What You’ll Bring</span></strong><span> </span></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to lead ideas visually, not just execute them.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Mastery of art direction, design, typography, and visual storytelling across channels.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Ability to develop and steward brand design systems that balance consistency with flexibility.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Clear understanding of holistic, multi</span>‑<span>channel marketing and integrated brand ecosystems.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Ability to bridge strategy and execution with confidence and clarity.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Strong visual judgment and cultural fluency around relevance, tone, and audience context.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Comfort guiding creative conversations and presenting work to partners and stakeholders.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Ability to manage multiple projects, feedback, and timelines in a fast</span>‑<span>moving environment.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Collaborative mindset with a strong point of view on creative quality.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Ability to serve as a visual authority and thought partner within the creative team.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Experience leading creative direction across multiple touchpoints, from campaign concepts to production execution.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Qualifications</span><span> </span></span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>7+ years of experience in art direction and design, agency and/or in-house environments.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Exceptional conceptual, visual, and executional design skills.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and industry standard creative tools.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Understanding or ability to learn AI tools that streamline creative development.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Experience working across integrated campaigns, brand systems, and multiple channels.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Familiarity with project management and creative proofing tools</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Portfolio demonstrating conceptual leadership, visual excellence, and a proven ability to develop and scale brand and campaign design systems.</span><span> </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span>Must include a link to an online portfolio of work to be considered.</span><span> </span></span></strong></span></p> </div> </div> </li> </ul> </div><p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The expected Total Compensation for this role is $ 88,868.83 - $100,000.00 + Annual Bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Job Benefits</strong></span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">401(k) Retirement Plan </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent training and professional development</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Free ski passes for dependents</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Critical Illness and Accident plans</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states* in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. </span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. </span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.</span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.</span></p> <p align="right"> </p> <p align="right"><span style="font-size:12.0px"><em>Requisition ID 515022</em><br><em>Reference Date: 04/22/2026 <br><em>Job Code Function: Creative & Design Services</em></em></span> <span style="font-size:12.0px"><em><em> </em></em></span></p>