Creative and Brand Lead

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

. Guide creative development across technical/launch creative and evergreen storytelling, including brand and campaigns .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $193,000 - $241,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in guiding creative development and managing relationships with external agencies while ensuring high standards of clarity, quality, and consistency in brand storytelling. Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and balance strategic direction with hands-on execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

8+ Years Experience In Brand/Creative Roles3+ Years Management ExperienceStrong Experience With Creative AgenciesHigh Creative Standards And Visual JudgmentAbility To Work With Complex Subject Matter

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Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsFeedback Skills

Industry Keywords

Brand StandardsCreative DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationCreative Direction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Guide creative development across technical/launch creative and evergreen storytelling, including brand and campaigns
Ensure output meets high standards for clarity, quality, and consistency
Translate complex scientific and technical work into accessible creative direction
Uphold and evolve brand standards across channels and partners
Provide actionable feedback aligned with brand and voice
Identify brand gaps and inconsistencies
Lead day-to-day relationships with external creative and production agencies
Set direction, review work, and ensure high-quality delivery
Manage timelines, scopes, and expectations across multiple partners
Partner with product, social, and communications teams
Navigate complex stakeholder environments and align creative output with organizational priorities
Drive multiple parallel initiatives
Manage a small team of creatives, contractors, and external contributors
Support agency-led and internally driven projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in brand/creative roles, preferably at a tech company, start up or agency
3+ years of management experience
Strong experience working with and managing creative agencies
Proven ability to guide and elevate creative work
High creative standards and strong visual judgment
Experience working with complex or technical subject matter
Ability to operate in a cross-functional, stakeholder-heavy environment
Comfort balancing strategy with hands-on execution
Strong communication and feedback skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual performance bonus program eligibility
Generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions
Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice
Funding for select family-forming benefits
Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving