Creative Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +5 more states.

📋 Description

• The Creative Manager is instrumental in bringing the Hawthorne brand to life across our diverse portfolio.

• This role oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of creative and marketing initiatives while also actively participating in design and content creation.

• It is essential that projects are delivered punctually, align with the brand, and reflect Hawthorne’s mission.

• From conceptualizing campaigns to creating community-level materials, every detail must be considered, consistent, and impactful.

• Serve as the creative design lead for marketing graphics and illustrations.

• Carry out design tasks across various formats, including digital campaigns, social media content, print materials, signage, emails, and promotional items.

• Transform marketing and branding strategies into visually appealing, on-brand creative outputs.

• Provide creative direction for projects, ensuring a unified visual and storytelling strategy.

• Manage the complete lifecycle of creative projects—from initial intake and briefing through to final delivery.

• Create and uphold project timelines, workflows, and deliverables.

• Ensure the timely completion of projects that adhere to the brand and align with marketing priorities.

• Review and approve creative outputs to guarantee accuracy, quality, and brand consistency.

• Manage and sustain internal creative asset management systems, ensuring all assets are organized, accessible, and current.

• Establish and uphold standards for file naming, version control, and asset organization.

• Oversee the lifecycle of creative assets, ensuring that teams utilize the most up-to-date and approved materials.

• Collaborate with teams to enhance asset accessibility and efficiency across marketing and on-site teams.

• Work with leadership to ensure that creative initiatives are in line with broader marketing and brand strategies.

• Partner with Corporate and Community Teams to achieve creative objectives while preserving brand integrity.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing or related fields.

• Proficiency in Adobe Suite and Figma.

• Background in multifamily, real estate, or hospitality is highly preferred.

• Experience in marketing, branding, or content creation.

• Exceptional written and visual communication skills.

• Strong self-management abilities.

• Ability to oversee timelines and proactively advance projects to ensure timely completion.

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and travel as needed.

• Comfort in working both autonomously and collaboratively across functions.

• A creative thinker with keen attention to detail and storytelling capabilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Enjoy Your Time Off: Start with 22 days of vacation, sick, and personal time.

• Make an Impact: Enjoy 16 hours of paid volunteer time each year.

• 10 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday of your choice.

• 8 hours off to celebrate your birthday.

• Company 401(k) match to support your financial goals.

• Financial Wellness Reimbursement: Resources to support your long-term financial health.

• Referral Bonuses: Earn rewards for introducing great talent to the team.

• Exclusive Discounts: Access to savings at over 1 million retailers, along with Hawthorne guest suite discounts.

• Comprehensive Onboarding: Feel supported and ready from day one.

• Ongoing Learning: Customized training programs to enhance your skills and career growth.

• Career Pathing: Clear and defined progression opportunities.

• Financial assistance available for unexpected emergencies.

• Medical & Vision: Comprehensive plans designed for your peace of mind.

• Dental & Life Insurance: 100% company-paid coverage.

• Paid Family Leave: Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to focus on what matters most.

• 24/7/365 Telehealth Access: Connect with doctors anytime, anywhere.

• Wellness Incentives: Earn rewards for taking care of your health.

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plan: Added protection for life's unexpected moments.

• Leave Bank: Additional paid time off during medical emergencies or natural disasters.

• Fitness Reimbursement: Cash towards your gym or fitness membership.

• Mental Wellness Tools: Free premium health and wellness subscriptions (a $450 value).

• New Parent Perk: One year of free diapers for growing families.*