Executive Director, Creative & Business Operations - AIO

Focus on the Family

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 113,988 - 131,616

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and wellness programs

Sick Time, Bookstore Discount, and Fitness Center for temporary employees

Job summary

Focus on the Family is looking for an Executive Director for Creative & Business Operations. This role involves leading the creative vision for animation projects, ensuring alignment with brand standards and mission objectives.

Key responsibilities include managing a diverse team, overseeing a $14M budget, and maintaining brand integrity. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in radio drama, excellent communication skills, and a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.

Application deadline is July 30, 2026, with a potential start date of August 17, 2026.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in radio drama and staff management.
Deep knowledge of Focus on the Family’s mission, philosophy, values, and objectives.
Background in radio is helpful.

Responsibilities

Define and approve the creative vision for animation scripts, visuals, music, and casting.
Manage a team of Animation Story Editor, Director, and AIO Production Manager.
Develop, manage, and monitor the annual Audio Drama production and operating budgets.
Oversee production strategy with a $14M budget.
Attend recorded sessions and provide final approval on session choices.

Skills

Creative thinking in artistic endeavors

Complex planning ability

Strong organizational skills

Strong relational skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Conflict resolution and de-escalation

Ability to encourage and motivate personnel

Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, or Communications

Job description

Overview

Executive Director, Creative & Business Operations - AIO Job Description posted June 30, 2026. Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado. Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees focused on enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Executive Director, Creative & Business Operations - AIO leads the creative vision and execution of all animation projects, ensuring content aligns with brand standards, mission objectives, and storytelling excellence. This role oversees the creative process from concept to final delivery and provides guidance and approvals across scripts, visuals, music, and casting. It also serves in a creative advisory role to the Executive Producer, AIO Audio.

Responsibilities

Define and approve the creative vision for animation scripts, visuals, music, and casting
Provide final approval on all creative content for animation projects
Ensure all new content is on-brand and mission-aligned
Oversee creative strategy for a $14M production budget
Script Development: review premises, drafts, and Story Editor polish; perform final polish to ensure brand and character consistency
Attend brainstorming sessions and resolve creative questions from writers and Story Editors
Team Management: manage a team of Animation Story Editor, Director, and AIO Production Manager; mentor the AIO Audio Executive Producer on creative decisions when requested
Collaborate routinely with the Story Editor and other creative team members
Production Oversight: attend recording sessions and provide final approval on session choices; meet weekly with Director, Producer, and Line Producer for production updates; review all animation assets and animatics; participate in score meetings with Music Supervisors, Directors, and Composers
Business Operations & Budget Management: develop, manage, and monitor the annual Audio Drama production and operating budgets; partner with Finance and Marketing to prepare annual budget plans and forecasts; monitor budget performance, analyze variances, and recommend adjustments; approve and prioritize production expenditures within budget authority; oversee financial planning for animation projects including schedules, resource allocation, vendor expenditures, and contract budgets; provide regular budget updates and operational insights to executive leaders; identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and production workflows; collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Legal, and other departments to ensure policy and financial controls; interface with Product Marketing, Audio, Family Advancement, Office of the President, Global Services, and Relationship Services; work with Global Ministry Development on foreign language expansion; collaborate with Product Marketing on promotional strategies
Additional Responsibilities: attend weekly Animation Core Team meetings and marketing meetings as requested; conduct interviews and attend fundraising events when needed; serve as a creative consultant for other-brand fiction animation projects
Other Duties/Responsibilities: perform other duties as assigned, including development of copyrightable works for distribution in all media and formats
Managerial Breadth/Scope: responsible for activities of staff and freelance workers; ensure brand continuity
Working Environment/Physical Requirements: travel for recording sessions, networking, conferences; occasional travel including nights and weekends

Qualifications

Note: Content below is aligned with job requirements and expectations.

Character/Spiritual:

Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2 and pursues the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20. Acts as a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude; upholds Focus on the Family’s ministry in prayer; may lead in public prayer. This role is a spokesperson for Focus on the Family and should represent the organization’s position and tone at all times.

Knowledge/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, or Communications
10+ years of experience in radio drama and staff management
Background in radio is helpful
Deep knowledge of Focus on the Family’s mission, philosophy, values, and objectives

Skills, Abilities and Special Talents:

Creative thinking in artistic endeavors
Complex planning ability
Strong organizational skills
Strong relational skills
Effective written and verbal communication
Conflict resolution and de-escalation
Ability to encourage and motivate personnel
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Stewardship Requirements:

Provides stewardship of a $13–14 million annual production budget through forecasting, expenditure monitoring, and budget management in partnership with executive leadership

Pay Range: $113,988 to $131,616

Additional Information: Colorado Residents may redact age-identifying information in submissions. This summary does not guarantee benefits; refer to governing plan documents for complete language.

Application Materials Instructions: Identify job-specific minimum qualifications in your cover letter and include your resume with relevant experience. Submit: 1) current resume; 2) cover letter addressing job requirements and qualifications.

Benefits: Focus on the Family offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and wellness programs. Details are provided in the posting and plan documents.

Additional Details

Temporary employees: Not eligible for most benefits, except Sick Time, Bookstore Discount, and Fitness Center.

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