The ideal candidate brings strong creative strategy, storytelling, and executional expertise, with the ability to influence outcomes, solve creative challenges, and elevate work without direct supervisory responsibilityJob ResponsibilitiesCreative Strategy & Direction Provide strategic creative guidance across design, content, video, and marketing workstreams Shape audience-first concepts and storytelling approaches that align with brand and campaign objectives Ensure consistency and quality across all channels and touchpointsStrategic Storytelling Develop and refine multi-channel creative narratives supporting fundraising and awareness goals Translate business and marketing objectives into compelling, cohesive creative solutions Ensure alignment between creative output and broader organizational prioritiesExecution & Workflow Enablement Maintain forward progress across multiple concurrent creative initiatives Partner with stakeholders to move work efficiently through defined workflows and approval processes Identify and resolve creative or process-related challenges that may impact timelines or qualityCross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate closely with: Creative & Content leadership Design, writing, video, and photography teams Integrated Marketing, Strategy, and Operations Provide clear direction and input to ensure alignment without direct management responsibilityQuality & Innovation Apply best-in-class creative practices to elevate output quality Identify opportunities to improve creative effectiveness and workflow efficiency Contribute to innovative approaches to storytelling and audience engagement **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.** Required Skills & Experience 10+ years of experience in creative, design, or integrated marketing roles Strong portfolio demonstrating Multi-channel campaigns Strategic storytelling Brand consistency across complex initiatives Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) Strong presentation and communication skills (PowerPoint and/or Keynote) Experience working across cross-functional teams and stakeholders Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Proven ability to influence creative outcomes and guide work without direct authorityPreferred Qualifications Background in fundraising, donor engagement, or awareness campaigns is a plus Experience working within complex, matrixed organizations Familiarity with project/workflow tools (Jira, Smartsheet, or similar tool) Delivery of high-quality, on-brand creative across campaigns and channels Ability to keep multiple initiatives progressing on schedule Positive contribution to storytelling quality and campaign executionThe Creative Director contractor will serve as a senior individual contributor, providing strategic creative guidance and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, on-brand work across fundraising and awareness initiatives.