Creative Director at Christianity Today

Wheaton, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Creative Vision, Brand Stewardship, Team Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Audience Insight, Innovation, Editorial Design, Branded Content, Marketing Strategy, Creative Operations, Design Systems, Storytelling, Project Management, Visual Identity, Media Trends, Consumer Behavior

Industry

Book and Periodical Publishing

Description

Description The Creative Director is a central strategic and creative leader who partners closely with the Chief Creative Officer to translate Christianity Today’s (CT) creative vision into cross-platform execution. This role sits at the intersection of brand strategy, creative direction and team leadership, ensuring that CT’s visual identity and creative output are excellent, cohesive, and forward-looking. The Creative Director leads a multidisciplinary design team, partners strategically with editorial, marketing, mission advancement, and advertising teams, and plays a key role in maintaining brand cohesion in all the design work, bridging vision and execution. Functions and Responsibilities Creative Vision & Brand Stewardship Partner with the CCO and director of product design to define, evolve, and articulate CT’s creative vision across all mediums Ensure the creative vision is translated into accessible brand standards that support all designers in executing the visual expression of CT’s brand, leading to consistency and excellence across all touchpoints Champion cross-platform storytelling and develop design systems that support scalable, unified creative work Lead regular creative reviews to maintain high standards of quality and alignment with organizational goals Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Directly manage most of the design staff. Ensure their development as designers and creatives. Co-Lead with the director of product design to mentor a multidisciplinary design team (print, digital, production, junior designers), cultivating a collaborative and high-performing creative culture Provide creative direction and feedback to internal designers and external contributors (illustrators, photographers, studios) Partner closely with operations and project management teams to ensure priorities, timelines, and resources align with strategic objectives Act as a creative integrator across departments—bridging design, editorial, marketing, mission advancement and advertising to ensure cohesive storytelling and brand experience Responsible for adhering to monthly and yearly budgets for design department. Also for maintaining partnerships with regular contractors Audience Insight & Innovation Collaborate with audience development, editorial, and marketing teams to ensure creative initiatives are informed by audience insights and market fit Engage with research, analytics, and performance data to identify opportunities for innovation, design evolution, and new creative formats Stay informed on trends in media, design, technology, and consumer behavior, applying insights to CT’s creative strategy Direct & Design Direct art and design for print, online, and various other projects Execute design on select projects as needed/desired Perform additional job-related duties as assigned Requirements Experience: 10+ years of experience in publishing, creative strategy, product development, or media innovation roles. Background in editorial design, branded content, marketing strategy, or creative operations is highly necessary. Demonstrated success guiding cross-functional creative projects from ideation through execution. Proven ability to lead through influence in a matrixed or collaborative team environment. Experience working with branded content, advertising, and sponsored campaigns is preferred. Knowledge and Skills: Strong editorial and visual judgment with an instinct for storytelling, brand voice, and design systems. Skilled at translating vision into actionable strategy, aligning diverse stakeholders, and driving creative execution. Insight into trends in media, design, technology, and consumer behavior. Familiarity with publishing workflows, audience development strategies, and emerging media platforms is preferred. Comfortable presenting creative concepts and strategies to internal and external stakeholders is preferred. Employment Details CT headquarters are located in Wheaton, Illinois Work Location: Remote Type: Full time, 37.5 hour workweek Classification: Salaried, Exempt FLSA status Benefits: CT offers a comprehensive benefits package - check out our careers page to learn more Exact compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and location.

Responsibilities

The Creative Director leads a multidisciplinary design team and partners with various departments to ensure cohesive storytelling and brand experience. This role is responsible for translating the creative vision into accessible brand standards and maintaining high standards of quality across all design work.