Job Number:
HC-04393
Date Posted:
April 3, 2026
Position Title:
Director of Creative & Brand Strategy
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
International Franchise Association (IFA)
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
The International Franchise Association is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other category prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination.
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The Director of Creative & Brand Strategy is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and executing the overall creative vision of the company across all platforms — including live events, magazines, digital media, marketing campaigns, and the corporate website.Lead the creative direction and visual identity for all brand assets, including events, magazines, websites, digital content, email marketing, video, sales collateral, and promotional campaigns.Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field. 10+ years of progressive creative experience, including at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing brand, design, and creative strategy.
Responsibilities:
• Lead the creative direction and visual identity for all brand assets, including events, magazines, websites, digital content, email marketing, video, sales collateral, and promotional campaigns.
• Partner closely with leadership to define brand strategy, creative priorities, and long-term visual direction across all lines of business.
• Develop and maintain consistent brand standards and creative guidelines, ensuring cohesion across print, digital, experiential, and video media.
• Oversee the visual experience of major events — from stage design and signage to environmental branding and keynote presentation support.
• Collaborate with editorial, marketing, sales, and operations teams to ensure creative alignment and high-impact storytelling across every channel.
• Manage production of multiple magazines and related publications, overseeing layout, photography, and print delivery schedules.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive creative experience, including at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing brand, design, and creative strategy.
• Proven record of developing impactful creative campaigns across digital, print, and live event experiences.
• Expert knowledge of brand development, art direction, and multi-channel design principles.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating mastery in visual storytelling and integrated brand execution.
• Experience leading small, multi-skilled teams in fast-paced, hands-on environments.
Instructions:
Email [email protected]
Other:
Equal opportunity employer. and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other category prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
