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Director Creative Operations Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Epic Shine Car Wash

Graphic Designer

Wayne, PA · On-site

Senior Graphic Designer DIRECT / IN-DIRECT REPORTS (Title): None EFFECTIVE / REVISION DATE: 6/25 ... creative operations. In addition to supporting day-to-day creative needs, this role also takes ...

Promachbuilt

Director, Operations

Moorestown, NJ · On-site

Whether you're creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there's a place for you ... The Director of Operations for WLS is responsible for the strategic leadership of the Production ...

Spotless Brands

Graphic Designer

Wayne, PA · On-site

Senior Graphic Designer DIRECT / IN-DIRECT REPORTS (Title): None EFFECTIVE / REVISION DATE: 6/25 ... creative operations. In addition to supporting day-to-day creative needs, this role also takes ...

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How much do director creative operations jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for director creative operations in Philadelphia, PA is $108,659.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,200.00 and $136,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director creative operations?

A Director of Creative Operations oversees the workflow, resources, and efficiency of a creative team to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. They streamline processes, manage cross-functional collaboration, and implement tools to optimize creative output. This role bridges the gap between creative teams and business objectives, balancing operational efficiency with creative excellence.

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

To thrive as a Director Creative Operations, you need expertise in creative project management, resource allocation, and team leadership, typically supported by experience in agency or in-house creative environments and a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with project management tools like Asana, Workfront, or Trello, as well as workflow automation platforms, is often expected. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills help set top performers apart in this role. These capabilities ensure creative teams deliver high-quality work efficiently and align with organizational objectives.

What are some of the main challenges that a director creative operations typically faces in their day-to-day work?

One of the main challenges faced by a Director Creative Operations is balancing the creative aspirations of the team with practical constraints like budgets, timelines, and client expectations. They are often responsible for streamlining processes, removing bottlenecks, and ensuring that resources are allocated effectively across multiple projects. Navigating the differing priorities of creative staff, marketing teams, and executive stakeholders can also require strong negotiation and diplomacy skills. Successfully managing these challenges leads to smoother workflows, higher productivity, and a more motivated creative team.

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Infographic showing various Director Creative Operations job openings in Philadelphia, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $108,659 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

Creative Producer - Remote

American Cancer Society

Philadelphia, PA • Remote

$55K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

American Cancer Society rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

161st of 781 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

At the American Cancer Society, we'reworking to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.Our employees and 1.3 million volunteersare raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities.
The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.

The Creative Producer for Creative Operations plays a central role within ensuring creative work moves efficiently, collaboratively, and on strategy from intake through final delivery. This is a facilitator with great understanding of the business that partners closely with Marketing Project Managers, Creative Leads, Strategy leads and partners to coordinate timelines, resources, and deliverables while respecting and supporting the creative process. The Creative Producer also works in close collaboration with the Director of Creative Operations to implement workflow improvements, document and optimize Creative processes, and support operational excellence across Creative. Success in this role is defined by smooth project execution, strong cross-functional relationships, and consistent delivery of high-quality creative work that meets organizational goals.
***This is a fully remote position that can be home-based anywhere within the U.S. ***

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Partners withDirector of Creative OpsandCreative Directors, ensuring alignment with scope, timelines, and creativeexpertiseacross cross departmentalprojects, with a focus on tier 1and 2projects.(20%)

  • Coordinates and manages the day-to-day flow of creative work, keeping projects moving forward whilemaintainingvisibility into status, dependencies, and deliverables.(20%)

  • Participates in creative development and production meetings, ensuring alignment onobjectives, milestones, and final deliverables.(15%)

  • Manages the development and production of print and digital marketing efforts, including TV, radio, print, digital video, social media, websites, banners, and experiential initiatives.(20%)

  • Interfaces with Marketing Project Managers and key Marketing leadersto ensure projectsremainon track to meet agreed-upon milestones and expectations.(10%)

  • Provides clear direction and operational support to creative teams, helping define tasks, deliverables, and next steps while removing obstacles to progress.(10%)

  • Supports the Creative Operations Director in implementing new workflow solutions and optimization efforts, contributing to continuous improvement across Creative Operations.(5%)

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum Degree Required:Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Project Management, Creative Arts, or a related field

  • Preferred Degree:Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Project Management, Creative Arts, or a related field

  • Certificate(s) or License(s):None

  • Years of Experience:Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in creative production, creative operations, or project managementat a creative agency or in-house team

  • Driver's License Requirement(s):None

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Strong understanding of the creative and production process across multiple channels, including print, digital, video, social, and experiential.

  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively withotherproject managers,creative teams, marketing partners, and operational leaders.

  • Experience managing complex creative projects with multiple stakeholders and dependencies.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to balance operational rigor with flexibility,empathyand respect for creative workflows.

  • Comfort working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments with shifting priorities.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position requiresapproximately 5-10% travel for business purposes, including attendance at organizationalmeetings,cross-departmental workshops.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • This position is performed in aremote/home office environment.

  • Requires prolonged periods ofsitting, computer use, and video conferencing.

  • Must have access to a reliable internet connection and a suitable workspace to support virtual collaboration.

  • Occasional light lifting (up to 15 lbs.) may berequiredfor transporting materials during business travel or events.

  • No significant exposure to physical risk or hazardous conditions.

The starting rate is $55,000 to $75,000 annual. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.

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