Creative Director - Canva, Social Media focused

Our Agency client who specializes in beauty, social commerce, paid media, and emerging consumer discovery channels is seeking a temporary Creative Director to cover during a parental leave beginning in September 2026. This is a remote, 40 hr/week assignment but candidates in EST timezone will be prioritized. You will use your own computer throughout the assignment.This is a hands-on leadership role for a strategic and execution-focused creative professional who can step into an established brand ecosystem, lead high-quality creative work, and collaborate across marketing, new business, and client-facing initiatives. The engagement includes transition time before and after the leave period to ensure a seamless handoff.Key ResponsibilitiesLead brand expression across social media, thought leadership, email marketing, website content, and agency communicationsDevelop and oversee social content strategy and creative assets across key platformsCreate compelling creative for events, marketing campaigns, and business development initiativesDevelop and maintain creator briefs, campaign messaging, and content resourcesPartner closely with cross-functional teams to bring integrated creative concepts to lifeContribute to new business opportunities through creative storytelling, pitch support, and strategic thinkingMaintain website content, brand templates, and creative asset librariesApply a performance-driven perspective to creative development across paid media, creator marketing, and social commerceQualifications5+ years of experience in creative, brand, content, or design roles, preferably within an agency environmentStrong portfolio demonstrating excellent design sensibility, brand storytelling, and multi-channel creative executionAdvanced proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or comparable design toolsExperience managing projects from concept through completionStrong understanding of social media, content marketing, and creator-led campaignsExperience collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting creative ideas to stakeholdersWorking knowledge of website content management and email marketing platformsPassion for beauty, wellness, media, culture, and emerging consumer trendsThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced creative leader looking for a high-impact interim role within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data.BenefitsCreative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service. Email Your Resume In Word To Sasha.Walker@jobalert.creativecircle.com Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply. Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : SW9-1995672L162 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered. Sasha Walker - Senior Recruiter For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.This is a new role. This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 08/24/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. This job was posted on 08/24/2026 and is open for 60 days Everforth Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results. 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