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Creative Design Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

The person will lead creative services function-spanning account management, graphic design, video, digital and print production, and content governance-while fostering collaboration across matrixed ...

You will lead, scale, and mentor both our creative design organization and our specifier-facing services/project execution teams. By overseeing the critical connections between design, specification ...

Creative Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

Carry the creative vision with confidence while staying deeply embedded in the work itself ... Be a genuine leader to the design team. Be someone who invests in their growth, gives real feedback ...

Creative Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$150 - $210/hr

Programs are intimate by design, but the production complexity and creative ambition are anything but small. You will be working across Partner Summits, Investor Days, AGMs, executive offsites ...

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Creative Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$125 - $160/hr

As Creative Director (Design) at EF Educational Tours, you'll be a hands‑on force in shaping the visual identity and creative output of two beloved student travel brands -- EF Explore America and ...

Creative Director

Boston, MA · On-site

$125 - $160/hr

As Creative Director (Design) at EF Educational Tours, you'll be a hands‑on force in shaping the visual identity and creative output of two beloved student travel brands -- EF Explore America and ...

As a Product Owner for the Digital Marketing Design System, they will work alongside our Creative Design team to maintain and evolve web templates, components, design documentation, and design tokens ...

As a Product Owner for the Digital Marketing Design System, they will work alongside our Creative Design team to maintain and evolve web templates, components, design documentation, and design tokens ...

As a Product Owner for the Digital Marketing Design System, they will work alongside our Creative Design team to maintain and evolve web templates, components, design documentation, and design tokens ...

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How much do creative design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for creative design in Boston, MA is $94,635.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,700.00 and $124,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is creative design?

Creative design is the process of using artistic skills and imagination to develop visual concepts, graphics, and layouts for various media such as advertising, branding, websites, and products. Creative designers combine elements like color, typography, and imagery to communicate ideas effectively and engage audiences. This field often involves working closely with clients or teams to bring a vision to life, ensuring that the design aligns with the intended message and goals.

What is the difference between Creative Design vs Graphic Design?

AspectCreative DesignGraphic Design
Primary FocusConceptualization, branding, and overall visual strategyCreating visual content like logos, posters, and layouts
Skills & ToolsCreative thinking, Adobe Creative Suite, branding principlesAdobe Photoshop, Illustrator, layout skills
Work EnvironmentAdvertising agencies, branding firms, marketing departmentsPrint and digital media companies, design studios
CredentialsDesign degrees, portfolios, creative certificationsDesign degrees, portfolios, technical certifications

Creative Design and Graphic Design share overlapping skills and work environments, but Creative Design emphasizes conceptual and strategic aspects of visual branding, while Graphic Design focuses on producing specific visual assets. Both roles often collaborate but serve different stages of the creative process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a creative designer?

To thrive as a Creative Designer, you need strong visual design skills, proficiency in design principles, and typically a degree in graphic design or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and experience with digital design platforms are essential. Creative problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication help you stand out in collaborating with clients and teams. These skills are crucial for producing visually compelling work that meets client objectives and drives brand success.

How does a creative designer typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

Creative Designers often work closely with marketing, product, and development teams to ensure that design concepts align with overall business objectives and brand guidelines. This collaboration may involve brainstorming sessions, regular feedback meetings, and iterative design reviews to refine visual assets or campaigns. Effective communication and openness to feedback are key, as Creative Designers must balance their creative vision with the strategic needs of other departments. This teamwork not only enhances the final product but also offers opportunities to learn from different perspectives within the organization.
Infographic showing various Creative Design job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,635 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

Director, Creative Design Services

Manulife Financial

Boston, MA • On-site

$129 - $223/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Do you believe great creative work doesn’t just look good—it drives the business forward? Are you energized by shaping brand moments, inspiring top talent, and turning strategy into standout experiences across the business? If so, the Director of Creative Services role at John Hancock could be your opportunity to elevate and redefine how creativity powers our brand.

The Director of Creative Services is a strategic leader responsible for defining and executing the creative direction for the John Hancock business. This role oversees a high-performing team of designers and creative professionals, driving innovative, customer-focused solutions that strengthen brand equity and deliver exceptional experiences across all channels. The person will lead creative services function—spanning account management, graphic design, video, digital and print production, and content governance—while fostering collaboration across matrixed teams and external partners. This position demands a dynamic leader who combines creative excellence with operational discipline, inspiring teams to deliver differentiated, impactful work that aligns with business objectives and resonates with customers.

Position Responsibilities: Creative Leadership
  • Lead and inspire a talented team of designers and creative professionals, ensuring best-in-class creative execution across all U.S. marketing initiatives
  • Drive compelling storytelling and innovative design solutions that simplify complex experiences and differentiate the brand in a competitive marketplace
  • Establish and enforce governance for brand and design standards, ensuring consistency and quality across all touchpoints
  • Leverage data-driven insights, including NPS and Human-Centered Design (HCD) principles, to inform creative strategies and enhance customer engagement
  • Apply change-management strategies to influence the adoption of new processes and tools, demonstrating agility in a transformative environment
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies to optimize resources and deliver scalable, tiered creative solutions
Marketing Leadership
  • Foster a high-performance culture that values creativity, collaboration, and accountability, engaging employees and leaders across the organization
  • Champion organizational behaviors that drive innovation, teamwork, and forward-thinking solutions
  • Attract, develop, and retain top creative talent, providing mentorship and growth opportunities to build a world-class team
  • Provide strategic leadership across matrixed organizations, aligning creative priorities with broader business objectives and global resourcing strategies
  • Coach and empower leaders to maximize their potential, ensuring alignment of roles and responsibilities with long-term strategic goals
  • Define short- and long-term talent requirements and partner with HR to recruit and onboard exceptional creative professionals
Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience leading creative and design initiatives in a complex, multi-channel environment
  • Proven expertise in UI/UX design and end-to-end product design
  • 10+ years of supervisory and/or project management experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Deep understanding of digital and traditional media, with a successful track record of overseeing production-ready user experiences
  • Proficiency in leading design tools (e.g., Figma and related platforms)
  • Strong communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration, transparency, and accountability
  • Strategic thinking and vision-setting
  • Creative and operational leadership
  • Stakeholder engagement and influence
  • Decision-making and problem-solving
  • Collaboration across matrixed teams
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality
When you join our team:
  • As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see
  • We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want
  • We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words

If you are applying to this role in Massachusetts, please note the salary range is $128,550 - $222,820 USD.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

マニュライフとジョン・ハンコックについて

マニュライフ・ファイナンシャル・コーポレーションは、「あなたの未来に、わかりやすさを」を提供する、国際的な大手金融サービスプロバイダーです。当社について詳しくは、 https://www.manulife.co.jp/lご覧ください。

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雇用への平等なアクセスを提供するために、障壁を取り除くことが当社の優先事項です。人事担当者は、応募者が応募プロセス中に合理的配慮を要求する場合に協力します。配慮要求のプロセス中に共有されるすべての情報は、適用される法律およびマニュライフ/ジョン・ハンコックのポリシーに準拠した方法で保存および使用されます。申請プロセスにおいて合理的配慮を要求するには、hr@manulife.comまでご連絡をお願いします。

Referenced Salary Location

Boston, Massachusetts

Working Arrangement

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Salary range is expected to be between

$128,550.00 USD - $222,820.00 USD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact hr@manulife.com for the salary range for your location.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement.

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Company: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)

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