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Savvas Learning Company is hiring a Vice President of Brand & Creative Services. The role involves leading the development, management, and execution of the company's brand strategy and creative direction across all channels, ensuring alignment with the company's mission. Responsibilities include overseeing a cross-functional team, managing brand consistency, and partnering with various departments to ensure the successful delivery of brand initiatives.

Highlights

Lead brand strategy and creative direction across all platforms.
Manage a cross-functional team of creatives including designers and content strategists.
Proficiency with tools like Asana, Basecamp, or Jira for managing creative workflows is required.
Minimum of 15 years in brand strategy and creative leadership.
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or related field required, Master’s/MBA preferred.
Proven track record of executing successful brand campaigns with measurable outcomes.
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off.
20% travel required.

Vice President Brand & Creative Services Full Description

Vice President Brand & Creative Services

Req #1967

Northbrook, IL 60062, USA

Paramus, NJ 07652, USA

Boston, MA, USA

Job Description

Savvas Learning Company is a global education company that produces award-winning learning solutions that empower educators and engage students with the highest quality content.

Recognized as an industry leader, we serve millions of K-12 learners with innovative, student-centered educational programs that turn today’s classrooms into active learning environments. By embracing technology, personalized learning, and immersive experiences delivered across multiple platforms, we design our learning solutions to be more accessible and relevant to each student.

Our award-winning, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline, from evidence-based, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college and career readiness solutions — all designed to meet the needs of every learner.

Location: Paramus, NJ (hybrid), Northbrook, IL (hybrid), or Boston, MA (remote)

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications

Overview

The Vice President of Brand and Creative Services will lead the development, management, and execution of the company’s brand strategy and creative direction across all channels and customer touchpoints. This role combines strategic brand leadership with hands-on creative vision, managing a cross-functional team of designers, writers, content strategists, and brand marketers. The VP will ensure the brand reflects the company's mission and resonates with educators, administrators, students, and parents across diverse segments.

Responsibilities

Brand Strategy & Development

Define, evolve, and execute a comprehensive brand strategy that supports company growth, product positioning, and customer engagement.
Lead brand architecture, visual identity systems, tone of voice, and messaging frameworks across all platforms.
Ensure corporate brand consistency across product lines, marketing materials, digital platforms, social media, sales enablement tools, and internal communications.

Creative Leadership

Direct the creative development of all visual and written assets, including campaigns, advertising, websites, videos, product sample packaging, event materials, and presentations.
Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and design excellence while aligning with business objectives and customer insights.
Serve as the executive creative lead on major initiatives, providing strategic oversight and constructive feedback to ensure creative quality and effectiveness.

Team & Resource Management

Build, inspire, and manage a high-performing in-house creative team; recruit and retain top-tier talent across design, copywriting, brand marketing, and multimedia.
Oversee relationships with freelancers and production vendors as needed.
Manage departmental budgets, project timelines, and resource allocations efficiently.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership

Partner closely with Product, Marketing, Sales, Customer Success, and Executive Leadership teams to align brand efforts with company goals.
Drive integrated marketing campaigns that deliver on brand promise and measurable business outcomes.

Brand Governance & Measurement

Establish brand governance standards, toolkits, and training to ensure internal and external brand compliance.
Use qualitative and quantitative research to assess brand health, customer sentiment, and campaign effectiveness.
Monitor industry trends, competitor brands, and emerging technologies to maintain a modern and relevant brand presence.

Qualifications

Required

Extensive Leadership Experience
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in brand strategy, creative direction, and team leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior or executive role managing multidisciplinary creative teams.
Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.

Strategic Brand Building
Demonstrated success developing and executing long-term brand strategies that drive awareness, customer engagement, and business growth—ideally including successful brand launches, refreshes, or rebrands.
Creative Vision and Executional Excellence
Proven ability to lead and inspire high-quality, award-winning creative work across channels (print, digital, video, product, experiential, etc.) while balancing creative vision with strategic and commercial goals.
Integrated Campaign Leadership
Experience driving multi-channel campaigns (digital, content, paid media, social, email, events, etc.) with measurable outcomes.
Customer-Centric Mindset
Strong empathy for diverse user personas in the K–12 space and a keen ability to translate customer insights into compelling narratives and brand experiences.
Project & Resource Management
Proficiency in managing creative workflows, timelines, budgets, and production pipelines using tools such as Asana, Basecamp, Jira, or similar. Comfortable managing both in-house and outsourced creative resources.
Team Development and Culture Building
Experience mentoring, coaching, and scaling high-performing teams in fast-paced, collaborative environments. Commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and creatively empowering workplace.
Excellent Communication & Influence
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate vision, advocate for creative strategy, and collaborate effectively across executive, product, and marketing teams.
Portfolio of Work
A robust portfolio showcasing a range of brand initiatives and creative work across platforms that reflect strategic thinking, creative leadership, and measurable success.

Preferred

Education & EdTech-Specific Experience
Experience leading branding or creative initiatives within K–12 publishers, edtech companies or curriculum providers. Familiarity with district buying cycles, curriculum adoption processes, and the priorities of key stakeholders such as superintendents, teachers, students, and parents.
Digital Product Collaboration
Familiarity working closely with product design teams to align brand identity with digital experiences.
Data-Driven Creative
Ability to interpret data, analytics, and brand tracking insights to inform creative decisions and continuously optimize brand performance.

Savvas Learning Company provides access to a benefits experience created to offer our employees choice, flexibility, and the opportunity to save money for the future. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, tax-advantaged accounts, pharmacy, life insurance, disability insurance, matching 401(k), and paid time off. Our benefits are part of a total package that is carefully designed to support the total well-being of our employees.

Savvas Learning Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Savvas Learning complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Savvas prohibits discrimination against individuals based on race, color, region, national origin, sex, age, disability, and other protected group status. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Savvas Learning is an affirmative action employer and participates in E-Verify.E-Verify Know Your Rights

Notice to California Applicants: Information collected and processed as part of your Savvas Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Savvas' California Applicant Privacy Notice.

Job Details

Job Family

AIP Eligible

Pay Type

Salary

Travel Required

Yes

Travel Percentage

Original Job Description

Vice President Brand & Creative Services

Req #1967

Northbrook, IL 60062, USA

Paramus, NJ 07652, USA

Boston, MA, USA

Job Description

Savvas Learning Company is a global education company that produces award-winning learning solutions that empower educators and engage students with the highest quality content.

Location: Paramus, NJ (hybrid), Northbrook, IL (hybrid), or Boston, MA (remote)

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications

Overview

Responsibilities

Brand Strategy & Development

Define, evolve, and execute a comprehensive brand strategy that supports company growth, product positioning, and customer engagement.
Lead brand architecture, visual identity systems, tone of voice, and messaging frameworks across all platforms.
Ensure corporate brand consistency across product lines, marketing materials, digital platforms, social media, sales enablement tools, and internal communications.

Creative Leadership

Direct the creative development of all visual and written assets, including campaigns, advertising, websites, videos, product sample packaging, event materials, and presentations.
Foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and design excellence while aligning with business objectives and customer insights.
Serve as the executive creative lead on major initiatives, providing strategic oversight and constructive feedback to ensure creative quality and effectiveness.

Team & Resource Management

Build, inspire, and manage a high-performing in-house creative team; recruit and retain top-tier talent across design, copywriting, brand marketing, and multimedia.
Oversee relationships with freelancers and production vendors as needed.
Manage departmental budgets, project timelines, and resource allocations efficiently.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership

Partner closely with Product, Marketing, Sales, Customer Success, and Executive Leadership teams to align brand efforts with company goals.
Drive integrated marketing campaigns that deliver on brand promise and measurable business outcomes.

Brand Governance & Measurement

Establish brand governance standards, toolkits, and training to ensure internal and external brand compliance.
Use qualitative and quantitative research to assess brand health, customer sentiment, and campaign effectiveness.
Monitor industry trends, competitor brands, and emerging technologies to maintain a modern and relevant brand presence.

Qualifications

Required

Extensive Leadership Experience
Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in brand strategy, creative direction, and team leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior or executive role managing multidisciplinary creative teams.
Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Design, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.

Strategic Brand Building
Demonstrated success developing and executing long-term brand strategies that drive awareness, customer engagement, and business growth—ideally including successful brand launches, refreshes, or rebrands.
Creative Vision and Executional Excellence
Proven ability to lead and inspire high-quality, award-winning creative work across channels (print, digital, video, product, experiential, etc.) while balancing creative vision with strategic and commercial goals.
Integrated Campaign Leadership
Experience driving multi-channel campaigns (digital, content, paid media, social, email, events, etc.) with measurable outcomes.
Customer-Centric Mindset
Strong empathy for diverse user personas in the K–12 space and a keen ability to translate customer insights into compelling narratives and brand experiences.
Project & Resource Management
Proficiency in managing creative workflows, timelines, budgets, and production pipelines using tools such as Asana, Basecamp, Jira, or similar. Comfortable managing both in-house and outsourced creative resources.
Team Development and Culture Building
Experience mentoring, coaching, and scaling high-performing teams in fast-paced, collaborative environments. Commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and creatively empowering workplace.
Excellent Communication & Influence
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate vision, advocate for creative strategy, and collaborate effectively across executive, product, and marketing teams.
Portfolio of Work
A robust portfolio showcasing a range of brand initiatives and creative work across platforms that reflect strategic thinking, creative leadership, and measurable success.

Preferred

Education & EdTech-Specific Experience
Experience leading branding or creative initiatives within K–12 publishers, edtech companies or curriculum providers. Familiarity with district buying cycles, curriculum adoption processes, and the priorities of key stakeholders such as superintendents, teachers, students, and parents.
Digital Product Collaboration
Familiarity working closely with product design teams to align brand identity with digital experiences.
Data-Driven Creative
Ability to interpret data, analytics, and brand tracking insights to inform creative decisions and continuously optimize brand performance.

Job Details

Job Family

AIP Eligible

Pay Type

Salary

Travel Required

Yes

Travel Percentage

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