Director, Brand & Creative Strategy

NeighborWorks America; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

NeighborWorks America is seeking a Director of Creative Services to lead brand strategy and the production of high-impact creative assets. The role balances strategic leadership with hands-on design, photography and video, while guiding internal staff and external partners.

You will manage a small team, collaborate across departments, and ensure brand consistency and timely delivery for print, digital and multimedia projects in a hybrid DC-area setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of work experience in graphic design/brand management.
• 8–10 years of progressive creative design experience in-house or in an agency.
• Prior supervisory experience required.
• Expert level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and related tools.
• Ability to direct on-camera interviews and produce visual content.

Responsibilities

• Lead brand strategy and governance across the organization.
• Oversee end-to-end creative production for print, digital and video.
• Manage a small team and external vendors and contractors.
• Ensure timely delivery and consistent brand application.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Supervisory experience

Graphic design

Photography

Videography

Brand management

Creative direction

Presentation skills

Interviews on-camera

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design/brand management

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Asset management software

Video editing software

Photoshoot equipment

Job description

NeighborWorks America is seeking a Director of Creative Services to lead brand strategy and the production of high-impact creative assets. The role balances strategic leadership with hands-on design, photography and video, while guiding internal staff and external partners.

You will manage a small team, collaborate across departments, and ensure brand consistency and timely delivery for print, digital and multimedia projects in a hybrid DC-area setting.