Design Manager, Emerging Creative
NetflixLos Angeles,California,United States of AmericaPosted 25 February 2026
Job Description
At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.
About the Role
The Netflix Experience Design team is seeking a proven Design Leader to join our multidisciplinary Emerging Creative team, which includes motion, video, visual design, and audio specialists. As part Product Design Manager and part Creative Director, you will drive UX innovation that balances creativity with feasibility, transforming big ideas into impactful business results.
About the Team
Emerging Creative is a team of designers specializing in dynamic media. We collaborate closely with product design, cross-functional business units, and engineering partners to envision, create, and inspire new product and omnichannel experiences. Our goal is to ensure quality and cohesion in Netflix members' experiences worldwide.
Despite being well established we operate with a startup mentality. Autonomy and trust are vital; we depend on each other to be agile, highly aligned, and responsible for delivering high-quality work that meets the needs of our members and ever-changing business. Our culture values creativity, accountability, experimentation, and a unique sense of humor.
About You
You have experience recruiting and building effective creative teams and possess deep knowledge of UX design, brand expression, and product marketing. You set high standards for quality, communication, and collaboration. Most importantly, you lead by inspiring your team (vs just managing or directing them) to collaborate, create, and deliver exceptional product experiences together .
You excel at building and maintaining partnerships, working comfortably across various initiatives and with diverse partners. You proactively build context to deepen your understanding of stakeholder needs and your broader domain. You are skilled at negotiating conflicting priorities and spotting connections where others may not see them, often well ahead of time.
You are proactive, results-oriented, and thrive in ambiguity. You simplify complex problems and prioritize adaptability, asking the right questions to arrive at better solutions with broader business priorities in mind . As a leader, you prepare your team for the unexpected, seeing opportunity and unlocking potential exposed by our dynamic business landscape.
You measure success in terms of both human and business impact. You foster excellence through collaboration, encouraging an inclusive environment that welcomes diverse viewpoints, working styles, and innovative ideas. You model open communication, seeking and providing constructive feedback, and approaching conflicts with curiosity and humility.
You empower your team by helping to define and clarify business priorities, highlighting the significance of their contributions, and converting creative skills and strategies into measurable business impact.
The Must-Haves
10 years leading and growing multidisciplinary design teams (motion, audio, visual) and delivering globally impactful creative work.
Proven ability to shape world-class, omnichannel experiences across digital product, marketing, and brand in partnership with product and engineering.
Experience with post-production, editorial, or narrative development workflows.
Strong track record aligning diverse stakeholders in fast-moving environments.
Deep expertise in design thinking, user-centered design, and high-quality craft.
Experience driving effective change management and organizational clarity.
Clear, confident communicator who can articulate creative strategy and build support at all levels.
Known for fostering trust, accountability, and strong cross-functional partnerships.
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