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 here. 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 Online Employment Application Guide. 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.

Questions regarding this posting may be e-mailed to MPenate@lacourt.org .