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This is a highly autonomous, commercially oriented role with direct influence on product direction ... influence senior executives and align diverse stakeholders around strategic priorities

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How much do senior director creative strategy jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior director creative strategy in Santa Rosa, CA is $152,083.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $128,500.00 and $158,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior director creative strategy?

A Senior Director of Creative Strategy is a senior-level executive responsible for leading a company’s creative vision and strategy. They oversee the development and execution of creative campaigns, guide teams of designers, writers, and strategists, and ensure that all creative work aligns with the brand’s goals and objectives. This role requires a mix of leadership, strategic thinking, and deep understanding of marketing and design trends. Senior Directors of Creative Strategy often collaborate closely with marketing, product, and executive teams.

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

To thrive as a Senior Director Creative Strategy, you need extensive experience in creative leadership, strategic planning, and brand development, often supported by a degree in marketing, communications, or a related field. Expertise with creative software (such as Adobe Creative Suite), project management platforms, and data analytics tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, visionary thinking, and team leadership are critical soft skills for inspiring teams and driving innovative campaigns. These skills ensure the effective translation of business goals into compelling creative strategies that deliver measurable results.

What are some common challenges faced by a senior director creative strategy when leading cross-functional teams?

A Senior Director of Creative Strategy often navigates challenges such as aligning diverse teams with different priorities, managing tight deadlines across multiple projects, and ensuring the creative vision remains consistent with business objectives. Balancing stakeholder expectations while fostering innovation can be demanding, particularly when coordinating between marketing, product, and executive teams. Effective communication, adaptability, and leadership are essential for overcoming these obstacles and driving successful creative campaigns.

What is the difference between Senior Director Creative Strategy vs Creative Director?

AspectSenior Director Creative StrategyCreative Director
Primary FocusDeveloping overarching creative strategies and aligning brand visionLeading the creative team to produce visual and conceptual content
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, market research, cross-department collaborationConcept development, design oversight, project execution
CredentialsBachelor's or master's in marketing, advertising, or related fields; experience in strategic rolesBachelor's in design, advertising, or related fields; strong portfolio
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, agency settings, client-facing rolesDesign studios, advertising agencies, in-house creative teams

The Senior Director Creative Strategy focuses on high-level strategic planning and brand positioning, while the Creative Director emphasizes leading the creative team to produce visual content. Both roles require strong industry experience, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What does a senior director of creative strategy do?

A senior director of creative strategy leads the development and execution of creative concepts that align with brand goals and marketing objectives. They oversee creative teams, collaborate with marketing and product departments, and ensure campaigns are innovative and effective, often using data and consumer insights to guide decisions.

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SVP, Accounting and Finance

Redwood Credit Union

Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Evaluate and advise Senior Leadership on the impact of long-range plans, new programs, strategies, and regulatory actions.

  • Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and programs related to accounting and finance.

  • Coordinate and oversee financial reporting, including preparing financial statements, analyzing variances, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

Job description

Redwood Credit Union is seeking a strategic, experienced, and hands-on financial leader to join our leadership team as a Senior Vice President of Accounting and Finance. In this key role, you will strategically plan, develop, organize, implement, direct, and evaluate Redwood Credit Union's fiscal position with an emphasis and focus on the financial position as it relates to the strategic objectives and the overall accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.
 
Key Responsibilities
Executive Management:
• Evaluate and advise Senior Leadership on the impact of long-range plans for new programs/strategies and regulatory action and their impact.
• Develop policies, procedures, programs, and implement these upon approval.
• Serve on and/or direct a number of committees to ensure effective interface among Accounting and Finance and Senior Leadership, departments and branches to ensure established policies, programs, objectives, and goals are communicated.
• Attend and actively participate in Board of Directors meetings, Senior Leadership Team meetings strategic planning sessions, etc.
• Collaborate with leaders of other departments to prepare for critical business opportunities.
• Represent Redwood Credit Union to outside entities such as examiners, auditors, vendors, and support companies.
• Communicate the Credit Union’s actual performance versus budgets and objectives to Senior
Leadership, recommending growth and pricing strategies as well as areas for improvement.
 
Planning:
• Direct, develop, coordinate, and monitor fiscal decisions and budgetary process.
• Translate RCU’s strategic business plans into accounting strategies and operational plans.
• Participate in the development of the Credit Union's plans and programs as a member of the SLT.
• Develop and implement plans and policies to attain goals and objectives, measures progress and implements adjustments as appropriate.
• Prepare short- and long-term goals and objectives for the Accounting and Finance Departments.
• Develop strategies to support growth and earnings objectives.
• Develop and present opportunities to Senior Leadership Team to allow better service to Members.
• Review and identify cost effective and efficient utilization of Redwood Credit Union.
 
Program Management:
• Ensure RCU accounting practices are current within the industry with an emphasis on efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain, timely, accurate and efficient reporting mechanisms, including rate/volume analysis, net interest spread analysis, product profitability and departmental accounting.
• Report monthly budget variances and necessary adjustments.
• Ensure conformance with established policies, procedures and State and Federal laws and regulations.
• Delegate, coordinate, and review work to ensure quality of work and efficient operation.
• Establish credibility throughout the organization through effective listening and problem solving.
• Conduct departmental meetings to disseminate pertinent information, and discuss procedures, policies and/or problems to ensure optimum teamwork at all times.
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of written Accounting Department procedures.
• Ensure timely payment of bills and maintaining accurate files.
• Ensure the maintenance, retention, storing and control of all records, receipts and documents relating to the operation of the Credit Union.
• Ensure the accurate preparation and timely submittal of reports to appropriate departments and outside agencies.
Ensure preparation of RCU financial reports including, but not limited to financial statements, branch accounting, projections, analysis, and cost accounting of services.
• Ensure reconciliation of cash, general ledger accounts, overages and shortages and general ledger.
• Coordinate information necessary for Credit Union audits by accountants, supervisory committee, regulator examinations, CUNA Insurance, or any approved agency or firm.
• Review, analyze and implement procedural changes in maintaining accounting and auditing requirements.
• Provide leadership and guidance for direct reports.
• Recruit, select, train, motivate, mentor, evaluate, and develop direct reports.
• Provide exceptional service to all Members and internal clients.
• Direct the recruitment, development, training and performance review of Accounting and Finance team members.
• Establish and maintain sound relationships with financial institutions, including commercial and investment institutions.
• Ensure the accurate execution of financial instrument purchases such as certificates and investment bonds. Provide recommendations for investment portfolio management.
• Ensure the accurate preparation and analyze asset/liability management reports. Provide recommendations to manage interest rate risk.
 
Other Functions:
• Collect and compile data and provide analysis for complex special projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key contacts in the community including volunteer centers and non-profit organizations.
• Participate in community events, community volunteer boards & associations.
 
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for driving results and making a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and help shape the future of our company.
 
ABOUT REDWOOD CREDIT UNION (RCU):
At Redwood Credit Union, our mission is to passionately serve the best interests of our Members and communities. Since 1950, we have been dedicated to supporting the financial well-being of our Members through better rates, low or no fees, and best-in-class customer service. Our purpose is to inspire hope and elevate the financial well-being of our communities one person at a time, through good times and bad.
 
As a not-for-profit financial institution, we are committed to a people-first approach, which is reflected not only in how we serve our Members, but also in how we treat our employees. Our leadership team is deeply focused on fostering a culture of heart and empathy, integrity, passion, inclusion, meaningful relationships, excellence, and ensuring financial well-being for all. 
 
Why work for Redwood Credit Union?
•  25th largest credit union in the U.S. and the largest financial institution based in the North Bay
•   Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Best Credit Unions 2026"
•   Awarded a 5-Star Bauer Rating
•  Recognized by Newsweek as one of "America's Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2026"
•   Top Corporate Philanthropists (#24) - San Francisco Business Times
•   Voted Best Places to Work in the North Bay 20 years in a row
•   World-class Employee Engagement scores
•   Rated Superior in Service by more than 90% of Members, surveyed by SF Gate
•   Industry leading Net Promoter Scores across the U.S.
                                                                                                    

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Minimum Qualification: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • In depth knowledge of financial auditing, accounting, finance, and cost accounting related to credit union or financial institutions.
  • Thorough knowledge of regulatory requirements for financial institutions, with knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements for credit unions.
  • Thorough knowledge of modern management techniques and practices.
  • Current knowledge of Federal and State accounting related laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Current knowledge of national and local economic trends and condition.
  • Knowledge of data processing, relating to designing programs and systems to accommodate workflow and reporting.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Skill in the operation of a personal computer and spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software with Intra/Internet access.
  • Ability to effectively plan, lead, organize, and control to assure successful completion of departmental goals and Credit Union objectives.
  • Ability to provide strategic business direction to support business plans and risk management objectives, and all other strategic initiatives.
  • Ability to analyze problems and opportunities, identify and evaluate alternatives, and develop sound, effective approaches.
  • Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate the achievement of goals, objectives, and work plans.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, and direct team members. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with a diverse group of people including directors, regulators, Members, team members, attorneys, vendors, and other parties.
  • This position requires occasional travel to other office locations, and some evening or weekend work may be necessary to meet project deadlines or attend events.
Licenses and Certifications
  • CPA preferred or Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field, with a minimum of twelve years’ experience at a financial institution, and a minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience. MBA and CPA preferred.
 
Compensation: Base starting range: $300,000 to $335,000 annually commensurate with experience.
Our base salary starting range is based on scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal peer equity. We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits.
 
Redwood Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees including:
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings
• Employee performance incentive plan
• Salary Advancement– Merit increase based on performance
• 401(k) program with employer match
• Time Off- Competitive PTO accrual plus 11 paid company holidays and your birthday off!
 
 RCU Discounts and Perks:
• Longevity program (sabbatical) based on every five years of service
• RCU employees are eligible for a .75% discount off RCU standard collateral auto loans
• RCU employees are eligible for a 1% discount on all recreational or boat loan products
• 2% discount off Visas and LOC Loans through RCU
• 0% interest loan to support employees with various immigration related expenses such as visa application fees and relocation costs. Loan amount up to $1,000.
• 0% interest loan to support employees with expenses associated with the naturalization process. Loan amount up to $15,000.
• 0% interest on garment, fitness, or home office equipment loan of up to $500
• 100% financing for employee purchased homes!
 
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, walk, twist, and turn.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Work environment is indoors; majority of the time is spent sitting at a desk.
 
*Redwood Credit Union is not offering Visa transfers and/or sponsorships for this position. 
 
Internal Team Members: If you are a current Team Member, please apply through the internal careers page located in RCUNET. 
                                                  
                                                  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us at careers@redwoodcu.org. To ensure fairness and consistency, we’re unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status.