Creative Director

We are seeking an experienced Creative Director to join our team in a hands‑on, individual contributor capacity. This is not a people‑management role. Instead, this position is focused on leading creative excellence through strategy, design, storytelling, and execution across integrated marketing, fundraising, and awareness initiatives. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled creative professional who can develop compelling concepts, elevate brand storytelling, and collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams while managing multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.

What You’ll Do
Creative Leadership & Design Excellence

Lead the development of innovative, audience‑focused creative concepts across digital, print, video, and marketing channels.

Provide strategic creative direction while remaining actively involved in the design and execution process.

Ensure all creative deliverables maintain brand consistency, quality, and effectiveness.

Guide creative problem‑solving and help teams navigate complex project challenges.

Storytelling & Campaign Development

Create and refine compelling multi‑channel campaigns that drive engagement, awareness, and fundraising outcomes.

Translate business objectives into impactful creative solutions and visual storytelling.

Develop cohesive narratives across marketing touchpoints and audience segments.

Project Execution & Workflow Management

Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

Collaborate with stakeholders to move projects efficiently through established workflows and approval processes.

Identify risks, remove roadblocks, and keep initiatives progressing on schedule.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with marketing, content, design, video, photography, strategy, and operations teams.

Provide clear creative feedback and direction without direct people‑management responsibilities.

Influence creative outcomes through expertise, collaboration, and strong communication.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

Stay current on design trends, creative best practices, and emerging storytelling techniques.

Recommend new approaches to improve campaign effectiveness and audience engagement.

Contribute ideas that enhance both creative quality and workflow efficiency.

Qualifications
Required

10+ years of experience in creative leadership, design, brand marketing, or integrated marketing roles.

Strong portfolio showcasing:

Multi‑channel marketing campaigns

Creative concept development

Strategic storytelling

Brand stewardship across diverse initiatives

Advanced proficiency with:

Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)

PowerPoint and/or Keynote

Exceptional visual design, presentation, and communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.

Demonstrated success influencing creative decisions and outcomes without formal authority.

Strong collaboration and stakeholder‑management skills.

Preferred

Experience supporting fundraising, donor engagement, nonprofit, healthcare, or mission‑driven organizations.

Experience working in large, matrixed organizations.

Familiarity with project management and workflow platforms such as Jira, Smartsheet, or similar tools.

Experience leading integrated campaigns across digital, print, social media, and video channels.

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com.

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

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