Group Publishing is hiring: Creative Director - Books and Curriculum in Colorado

Creative Director - Books and Curriculum

Location: Colorado Springs, CO - Full-time

Position Summary

If you have a passion for curriculum and book publishing, and a proven track record of leading high-performing creative teams—keep reading, this may be the perfect fit.

The Creative Director – Books and Curriculum provides strategic leadership and hands-on creative direction across visual content for authors, products, and brand initiatives. This role leads a talented team of in-house designers, contracted creatives, and external partners to produce market-leading assets that reflect the organization’s mission and values. The ideal candidate excels in graphic design, video production, or both, and brings a strong portfolio showcasing creative excellence and innovation. They will foster a collaborative team culture, drive brand consistency, and ensure timely communication with internal and external stakeholders across publishing, curriculum, marketing, production, and author relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide all creative projects and ensure the overall quality of work produced by the creative department.
• Lead and direct the creative team in producing marketing collateral and content, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Manage the full creative process from concept to completion, ensuring efficient workflows and timely project delivery.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ideate and develop impactful digital content aligned with strategic objectives.
• Oversee creative output to ensure consistency with brand guidelines across all platforms and channels.
• Build treatments and implement actionable strategies and creative deliverables for graphic design, video, and web projects using cutting-edge technologies and trends.
• Develop and refine brand guidelines, establishing and enforcing visual and creative standards that reflect company values and resonate with the target audience.
• Provide inspirational leadership and strategic direction to direct reports, supporting their professional growth and aligning efforts with the overall vision and goals of David C Cook.
• Collaborate with team members to assess resource needs and determine when to engage external partners or agencies to optimize project outcomes.
• Actively contributes to the development and execution of innovative strategies that enhance market position and drive revenue growth.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continually improve creative processes and outputs.

About Us

David C Cook is a leading nonprofit Christian publisher with a rich history of creating transformative resources. We are dedicated to equipping the global Church with powerful resources for spiritual growth, including books, curricula, and music. We are seeking a Creative Director – Books and Curriculum to join and lead our dynamic creative team and help shape the visual identity of our books and brand.

Why Join Us?

At David C Cook, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values creativity, collaboration, and spiritual growth. We offer a supportive environment where your work directly impacts readers and ministries around the world.

To Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, film, marketing, or a related field (equivalent experience)
• 5-7 years of experience in creative direction
• Must have a proven track record leading and developing a small creative team with high output
• Preferred background in account leadership and marketing/retail
• Excellent communication, strategic thinker and leadership skills
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
• Proficient in graphic design, web design, and video/audio editing
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work, including books and promotional materials
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into effective tactics and scale
• Up-to-date knowledge of marketing trends and digital-first technologies
• Savvy in email marketing and lead lifecycle optimization
• Comfortable collaborating daily with a global team and communicating across international borders
• Familiarity with Mac computers and MS Office
• Travel required
• Must work in our Colorado Springs, CO office

Benefits And Perks

• Medical Plan: HDHP w/ HSA (All Staff) or Direct Primary Care Option (Colorado Employees Only)
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) w/ Company Match ($0.50 on the $1 up to 10% of eligible compensation)
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance Options
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident
• Life Assistance Plan

Other Benefits

• Holidays
• Sick Time
• Volunteer Days
• Service Recognition Leave
• Benevolence Fund
• Adoption Benefit