Creative Services Manager

Position Overview

Creative Services Manager at LIVING DESERT DBA THE LIVING DESERT

Palm Desert, California, United States - Full Time

Start Date:

Immediate

Expiry Date: 22 Apr, 26

Posted On: 22 Jan, 26

Experience:

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job:
Yes

Telecommute:
Yes

Sponsor Visa:
No

Skills:

Creative Direction, Content Development, Writing, Editing, Project Management, Team Leadership, Visual Standards, Brand Voice, Budget Management, Digital Asset Management, Photography, Videography, Collaboration, Communication, SEO, Design Software

The Living Desert seeks an exceptional Creative Services Manager/Editor to lead our internal creative team as both storyteller and creative director. This unique role combines editorial excellence with strong visual creative judgment, requiring someone who can craft compelling narratives while guiding the visual expression of our brand across all touchpoints. Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing and Communications, you will manage a four-person creative team including a graphic designer, visual content specialist (photographer/videographer), and project coordinator.

You’ll be responsible for developing long‑form content, maintaining brand standards (both written and visual), and ensuring every piece of communication reflects our passion for conservation while creating transformative visitor experiences.

• Content Development & Writing – Develop compelling long‑ and short‑form content for annual reports, Fox Paws member magazine, annual fundraising campaigns, membership materials, donor materials, website, and exhibit signage. Craft messaging that balances conservation storytelling with visitor engagement to drive attendance. Translate complex conservation science into accessible, inspiring narratives for diverse audiences.
• Brand Voice & Visual Standards – Own, evolve, and implement The Living Desert’s copy style guide to establish a distinctive written voice. Manage Graphic Designer to maintain cohesive visual brand standards. Ensure consistency of voice, tone, messaging, and visual aesthetic across all organizational communications. Proofread and edit all marketing materials to maintain brand standards and editorial excellence. Define and execute publication content that authentically reflects our mission and values.
  
  Review all creative work (internal and external) for both editorial and visual quality.
• Creative Direction & Visual Oversight – Review and approve layouts, designs, and visual treatments to ensure brand consistency and creative excellence. Guide photography and videography direction to achieve desired aesthetic and storytelling goals. Collaborate with Graphic Designer on publication layouts, ensuring visual hierarchy supports written content. Manage Visual Content Specialist, providing direction on composition, image selection, and visual storytelling approach. Ensure visual and written brand elements work together harmoniously across all touchpoints.
• Digital Asset & Content Management – Oversee management of the organization’s content asset management system (currently Air). Maintain organized digital libraries of written and visual content, ensuring accessibility and version control. Develop workflows and systems for efficient content creation, creative review, approval, and distribution.
• Team Leadership & Creative Development – Lead and mentor a four‑person creative team: graphic designer, visual content specialist, and project coordinator. Foster a collaborative, creative environment that produces outstanding work across both editorial and visual disciplines. Provide creative direction and constructive feedback that elevates team members’ work. Conduct performance reviews and support professional development. Coordinate cross‑functional projects ensuring quality, consistency, and on‑time delivery.
  
  Balance hands‑on execution with strategic creative leadership.
• Budget & Vendor Management – Develop and manage budgets for creative services including printing, freelance designers, photographers and writers, and video production services. Source and manage relationships with external creative vendors. Ensure cost‑effective…