Creative Manager – Brand & Design Strategy

FBT Gibbons LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 105,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

FBT Gibbons LLP is seeking a Creative Manager to elevate the firm’s visual brand through marketing collateral, design solutions, and creative resources that support strategy and communicate value to the market. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on creative professional who thrives at the intersection of brand, design, and collaboration, guiding creative work from concept to completion while supporting a high-performing team.

This role can be based in multiple U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communication design or related field is required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in graphic design, creative services, or marketing design in a law firm.
• Prior management experience is required.
• Proficient with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva and multimedia tools.
• Strong Mac experience and discretion with confidential information.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of marketing templates, ads, branded pieces, and event materials.
• Translate complex ideas into clear design solutions informed by research and trends.
• Manage creative projects, timelines, budgets, and vendor coordination.
• Serve as primary creative contact for internal clients and cross-functional teams.
• Oversee creative team and external resources, guiding performance and development.
• Maintain organization of materials, catalogs, and production processes.
• Support team in branding decisions, design standards, and cost considerations.
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and performance discussions for direct reports.

Skills

Branding

Project management

Leadership

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Mac OS

Communication

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Canva

Video/Audio tools

Job description

FBT Gibbons LLP is seeking a Creative Manager to elevate the firm’s visual brand through marketing collateral, design solutions, and creative resources that support strategy and communicate value to the market. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on creative professional who thrives at the intersection of brand, design, and collaboration, guiding creative work from concept to completion while supporting a high-performing team.

This role can be based in multiple U.S.