Global Strategy Group

Global Strategy Group

Creative Director

Washington, DC or NYC · Director

Sponsorship not specified$170k-$195kDetected 21 days ago
PhotoshopIllustratorAdobe Creative SuiteGraphic DesignInDesignProject ManagementStrategic CommunicationsAccount ManagementBusiness DevelopmentVideo ProductionResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

  • This is a highly visible, client-facing role for a creative leader who thrives at the intersection of storytelling and strategy.
  • If this sounds like an opportunity for you, please send your information our way!
  • Candidates who match the needs for the position will be contacted via email.

Responsibilities

  • Lead creative ideation sessions with internal teams and clients, generating bold concepts that translate strategic goals into compelling visual narratives.
  • Lead the development of storyboards, brand visuals, and integrated creative campaigns from concept through execution.
  • Serve as the senior creative partner on client accounts
  • build and maintain strong, trust-based client relationships.
  • Lead strategic creative conversations with clients, acting as a trusted advisor who translates insights into bold creative concepts
  • Drive the creative development of new business pitches from concept to delivery, leading visual storytelling strategy in client-facing presentations.
  • Serve as the senior creative partner on client accounts; build and maintain strong, trust-based client relationships.
  • Partner with senior leaders and business development staff to elevate the creative quality of proposals and pitches.
  • Lead hiring and onboarding for creative roles as needed; evaluate team performance to uphold a high standard of creative excellence.
  • Develop a working understanding of how GSG operates as a business and proactively manage accounts to ensure profitability.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of creative experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or director-level role at an agency or consulting firm.
  • Proven experience managing creative teams and directing freelancers or vendors.
  • Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Experience directing video production and/or motion graphics.
  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, Communications, or a related field - or equivalent professional experience.
  • We combine unparalleled subject matter expertise with data-driven insights and innovative methodologies to generate urgency among stakeholders and key audiences, delivering tangible success for our clients.
  • Required
  • Demonstrated expertise developing and overseeing integrated creative campaigns across digital, social, paid media, print, and video.
  • Active hands-on practitioner who creates alongside the team day-to-day - not just a creative director who oversees from above. Portfolio submissions must include recent personal work demonstrating direct execution, not solely work directed or managed.
  • Strong creative vision and conceptual skills, with a portfolio that reflects work across multiple client types and industries.
  • Experience in strategic communications, public affairs, or creative work within highly regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, energy, finance, government, advocacy). Candidates from consumer or traditional advertising backgrounds without this exposure will require significant ramp-up time.
  • Exceptional presentation skills and ability to lead creative strategy conversations with senior leaders and high-profile clients.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong project management and organizational capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple shifting priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Preferred
  • Working knowledge of AI-assisted creative tools and a genuine curiosity about their application in communications and advocacy work, with the appetite to help shape how and when they add value rather than just adopt them.

Compensation

  • The base salary for this position is between $ 170,000 to $195,000 commensurate with experience, plus eligibility for a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

  • Set and maintain the overarching creative vision for client engagements, ensuring work aligns with client business objectives and GSG's standards of excellence.

Company info

  • We are looking for someone who can translate complex messages into bold, audience-ready creative while managing multiple fast-moving priorities with precision and confidence.

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