Creative Director (Confidential) - Little Rock, AR

Location: Little Rock, AR (Onsite)

Compensation: Target around $100,000 base; flexibility for an exceptional candidate.

Position Summary

Our client is an innovative healthcare communications company that partners with hospitals and health systems nationwide to develop customized patient education and engagement solutions. Through a combination of strategic content, creative design, and digital resources, they help healthcare organizations improve the patient experience, strengthen communication, and support better clinical outcomes.

We are seeking a hands-on Creative Director to lead a team of four creatives while elevating the quality, efficiency, and strategic impact of our creative department. This is a player-coach role requiring approximately 50% hands-on design and 50% leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of designers and production staff.
• Remain actively involved in graphic design and creative execution.
• Create and improve creative workflows, processes and accountability.
• Partner cross-functionally with sales, content and leadership.
• Elevate creative quality while maintaining production deadlines.
• Assess current team strengths and recommend organizational improvements.
• Drive collaboration, coaching and a positive team culture.
• Support both print/publication and digital creative initiatives.

Ideal Background

• Strong graphic design portfolio.
• Experience leading creative teams.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on work ethic.
• Agency or in-house experience welcomed.
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.

Additional Information

This search is being conducted confidentially. Additional company details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.