Okta · 4 hours ago
VP, Global Brand and Creative
San Francisco, California
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$296K/yr - $407K/yr
15+ years expOkta is The World’s Identity Company, dedicated to providing secure access and authentication solutions. They are seeking a visionary VP, Global Brand and Creative to lead the evolution of their brand identity and ensure it resonates with a global audience, particularly in the context of AI and Identity Security.
CRMEnterprise SoftwareIdentity ManagementIT InfrastructureManagement Information SystemsSoftwareWeb Development
Responsibilities
Lead the ongoing evolution and execution of the Okta brand strategy and roadmap across our entire portfolio of Workforce and Customer Identity solutions
Lead the creative narrative for the emerging product category of Identity Management and Security for AI Agents. You will help monetize and launch these capabilities in FY27, positioning Okta as the foundation for securing AI
Mentor and scale a world-class team of designers, copywriters, and agency partners. Oversee the development of all brand elements, including visual identity, motion, digital, and environmental design
Maintain and expand robust design systems and enablement resources (e.g., style guides, digital asset libraries) to ensure brand consistency and accessibility across Okta’s global ecosystem
Collaborate deeply with Product Marketing, Demand Gen, and People teams to create high-impact assets for global campaigns, flagship events (like Oktane), and employer branding initiatives
Foster a culture of creative excellence that balances bold, innovative design with data-driven insights to optimize brand performance
Act as a key brand advisor to the CMO and the broader executive team, translating complex business goals into compelling visual narratives and strategic brand experiences
Own the strategy and execution of our global brand advertising and Out-of-Home (OOH) investments, determining the optimal mix of markets and mediums to drive maximum impact and brand recall
Lead and empower our social media team to create engaging, culturally relevant content that grows our audience, amplifies our brand voice, and fosters a vibrant community around the Okta brand
Drive the creative vision and execution for our strategic sponsorships, including our partnerships ensuring our brand is activated in compelling and innovative ways
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in art direction and brand design, with a proven track record in both top-tier creative agencies and high-growth in-house environments
Innovative Portfolio: A world-class body of work showcasing mastery in branding, interactive web/mobile design, video, and integrated marketing for complex technology
Strategic Influence: Impactful presentation and communication skills; the ability to produce and pitch world-class strategic presentations to the CMO and the broader executive team
Category Creator Mindset: Understanding of the relationship between business strategy and brand design, with the ability to translate complex concepts (like AI agents and security fabrics) into innovative branding experiences
High-Velocity Leadership: Experience building and leading high-performance creative teams in a fast-paced environment; ability to drive multiple initiatives with a strong sense of urgency
Collaborative Partner: A natural relationship-builder who can partner with Marketing, Product, and People teams to create brand assets for global campaigns and major events like Oktane
Benefits
Equity (where applicable)
Bonus
Health, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid leave (including PTO and parental leave)
Company
Okta
Okta is a management platform that secures critical resources from cloud to ground for workforce and customers.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Okta has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (117)
2024 (133)
2023 (108)
2022 (201)
2021 (142)
2020 (120)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.23BKey Investors
Sequoia CapitalAndreessen Horowitz
2020-06-08Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2017-04-06IPO
2017-03-30Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Todd McKinnon
CEO & Co-Founder
Frederic Kerrest
Vice-Chairman & Co-Founder
Recent News
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