Creative Director

Hawaii Community Foundation

. Shape and steward HCF’s visual identity across print, digital, web, environmental, video, and multimedia platforms .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeHonolulu • Hawaii • United StatesLead💰 $114,200 - $125,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and digital design tools, with a strong portfolio showcasing brand leadership and high-impact multi-platform design. Capable of managing creative projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, and developing inclusive design strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Expert-Level Proficiency In Adobe Creative SuiteCreative Project ManagementMultimedia Production ToolsBrand Strategy DevelopmentTeam Leadership And Mentorship

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Hard Skills

Graphic DesignDigital DesignPrint DesignVideo EditingMotion GraphicsHTMLCSSJavaScriptTypographyCreative Strategy

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaborationAesthetic Judgment

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Premiere ProAfter EffectsEmail Marketing PlatformsContent Management SystemsSharePoint Online

Industry Keywords

Visual IdentityCreative BriefsAudience-Centered StorytellingInclusive DesignMulticultural Community Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and steward HCF’s visual identity across print, digital, web, environmental, video, and multimedia platforms
Lead creative projects from concept through delivery, overseeing ideation, planning, design, production, review, implementation, timelines, workflows, budgets, and evaluation
Develop and present creative briefs, concepts, frameworks, and presentations aligned with organizational goals and audience needs
Manage creative processes, systems, resources, and capacity planning across departments
Collaborate with staff, vendors, contractors, and external creative partners
Partner with HCF’s Information Systems Group on website, intranet, and technology implementation and support
Lead visual brand strategy and identity, including standards, templates, guidelines, and governance practices
Develop creative strategies and visual storytelling for fundraising, programs, initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and organizational objectives
Provide creative direction, mentorship, and quality assurance for the Multimedia Designer and creative contributors
Monitor emerging design trends, technologies, platforms, and tools
Produce polished print, digital, web, environmental, presentation, event, and multimedia materials
Design reports, donor and campaign collateral, brochures, advertisements, signage, event materials, presentations, toolkits, templates, and branded resources
Prepare, proof, package, and release files for print and digital distribution; coordinate with printers and vendors
Create and adapt digital assets for websites, email, social media, advertising, presentations, and owned or paid channels
Provide backup multimedia production support, including video, motion, audio, image, compression, captioning, and publishing-ready assets
Operate cameras, lighting, microphones, and related equipment
Maintain organized files, templates, multimedia assets, and archives
Directly supervise the Multimedia Designer
Recruit, oversee, and develop creative talent, including staff, contractors, vendors, and other creative professionals
Build a collaborative, accountable, high-performing creative culture
Represent HCF in the community and deliver excellent service to internal and external clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, Fine Arts, Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience required
Demonstrated experience developing creative strategies, leading multidisciplinary creative teams, and managing creative projects from concept through delivery
10+ years of professional design experience, including 5+ years in a senior or lead creative role
4+ years of experience managing staff and/or contractors
Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and digital design tools
Strong portfolio demonstrating brand leadership, high-impact multi-platform design, and personal execution of complex, high-visibility projects across print and digital channels
Advanced print design and production experience, including prepress, proofing, color management, vendor coordination, and preparation of press-ready files
Working proficiency in multimedia production tools and techniques, including video editing, motion graphics, audio editing, image retouching, captioning, digital asset optimization, and backup production support
Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, or comparable video and motion-design applications
Working knowledge of photography, videography, lighting, audio capture, and multimedia production equipment
Experience managing creative production workflows, budgets, and external partners
Deep understanding of inclusive design, accessibility, and audience-centered storytelling
Experience with email marketing platforms, content management systems, and SharePoint Online websites
Experience managing website redesigns, ongoing site enhancements, content governance, and maintenance
Experience communicating interactive ideas in-browser with front-end reference code, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Experience integrating digital and non-digital communications practices and tools across platforms
Solid foundation in typography, layout, graphic design, copywriting, creative strategy, and design thinking
Excellent visual, written, and oral communication skills and strong aesthetic judgment
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse constituents
Ability to exercise discretion with sensitive or confidential information
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, timelines, budgets, expectations, progress updates, problem-solving, and deadlines
Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously
Thorough knowledge, sensitivity, and understanding of Hawaiʻi’s multicultural community, current events, and social issues
Demonstrated passion for the betterment of Hawaiʻi and its people
Ability to operate office and multimedia production equipment
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds
Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ability to work remotely
Flexible hours as needed
Professional development through relevant meetings, workshops, seminars, and conferences
Opportunity to attend relevant meetings, workshops, seminars, and conferences
Collaborative and flexible work environment