Associate Creative Director - Design

The Associate Creative Director provides creative leadership on key accounts, mentors members of the Creative team, and ensures high-quality creative output across multiple projects while meeting client objectives and production timelines. Lead the creative development and visual direction for integrated fundraising campaigns across direct mail, digital, and emerging channels.Translate strategic briefs into compelling creative concepts that support client goals and donor engagement.Apply AI-powered creative tools responsibly (e.g., generative image/copy and ideation assistants) to accelerate concepting and production while safeguarding brand integrity, originality, and ethical/appropriate use.Provide creative leadership and direction to designers and art directors to ensure cohesive campaign execution.Collaborate closely with copywriters, strategists, and account teams to develop innovative and effective campaign ideas.Review and provide feedback on creative work to maintain high standards of quality, brand alignment, and strategic impact.Present creative concepts and campaign strategies to internal teams and clients with clear rationale.Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously while ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.Contribute to the evolution of creative strategy, campaign innovation, and best practices within the organization.Stay current on creative trends, nonprofit fundraising strategies, digital marketing, and emerging AI capabilities.Performs other related duties as assigned by management.Supervisory Responsibilities: Provides guidance and creative direction to members of the Creative team and freelance creative resources as needed. Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a related field from a four-year college or university.7–10 years of professional experience in art direction, design, or creative leadership, preferably in an agency or in-house creative environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred experience includes nonprofit fundraising, direct response marketing, and integrated campaign development across print and digital channels. Strong knowledge of visual design principles including layout, typography, brand identity, and integrated campaign development.Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and familiarity with modern digital design tools and platforms.Working knowledge of generative AI design and content tools, with sound judgment about when and how to apply them in donor-focused client work.Deep understanding of integrated marketing and donor-focused creative strategy.Ability to translate client objectives and strategic briefs into compelling creative concepts and campaign direction.Strong creative leadership and ability to guide and mentor designers and art directors.Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate creative strategy and rationale to internal teams and clients.Strong problem-solving and conceptual thinking abilities.High attention to detail and commitment to quality creative execution. If you think this role sounds like you, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every single qualification or skill in the description, please apply!