Creative Operations Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re seeking a Creative Operations Manager for a fully remote, full-time direct hire opportunity with a well-known beauty brand. This role offers a competitive salary of $115,000–$125,000 and the chance to shape standout creative campaigns across digital and print platforms.

Join a brand known for its innovation and creative excellence. As the Creative Operations Manager, you’ll lead a high-performing team in producing impactful, on-brand assets for both DTC and retail marketing. You'll oversee the full creative lifecycle—from concept development through production—ensuring brand consistency, timely delivery, and high-quality execution across a variety of channels including web, packaging, social, and more.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Creative Services Team in developing compelling assets for DTC and retail marketing initiatives.

• Oversee creative development across digital, print, packaging, web, and social media channels.

• Assign and manage workloads for internal team members and external partners.

• Facilitate concept development, mood boards, and brainstorming for new marketing campaigns.

• Guide creative projects from ideation to production while maintaining brand consistency and quality standards.

• Manage vendor relationships including contractor selection, budget negotiation, and photoshoot oversight.

• Maintain clear project timelines, budgets, and communication; develop SOPs and use project management tools effectively.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in graphic/digital design, with a strong focus on direct-to-consumer and performance-driven creative.

• At least 5 years in a leadership role, ideally within a creative or agency setting.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) with a strong understanding of core design principles.

• Familiarity with Wrike or similar project management tools.

• Strong knowledge of pre-press and production workflows, especially for packaging and print.

• Proven experience managing photoshoots, creative vendors, and the end-to-end creative asset process.

• Highly organized and proactive, with excellent project management, budgeting, and communication skills.

• A strong portfolio demonstrating diverse, high-quality creative work across static and digital media.

Additional Details:

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, standard CST business hours

• Location: Fully remote (Candidates must reside in one of the following states to be considered):
  Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) Program

• Ongoing Training & Development Opportunities

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about leading innovative creative projects in a dynamic environment, apply today to connect with our team at Onward Search!

Application Deadline: May 31, 2025

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.