Senior Director

Penta is the world's first comprehensive stakeholder solutions firm. Penta provides data-driven solutions for stakeholder strategy and engagement. We combine analytics and research with deep expertise to deliver actionable insights, craft best practice solutions, and drive measurable impact for our clients.

At Penta, we work with clients solving complex global challenges across a variety of industries. Our clients span technology, financial services, energy, healthcare, and more. Our team brings decades of experience in business, government, communications, research, technology, and media. Penta comprises over 300 professionals in New York, London, Washington, DC, and San Francisco working to bring data-driven, tailored solutions to more than 200 clients.

Penta Creative is the firm's in-house creative agency. We blend the firm's hallmark analytical and communications expertise with storytelling, design, and technology to help clients increase the accessibility, reach, and emotional resonance of their ideas.

We work across the firm's client portfolio, developing creative solutions and campaign concepts that have the power to shape perspectives and inspire action on the issues that matter most. 

Position Summary: Penta Creative is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Creative Director to join our dynamic Creative team. This role requires an individual who can independently manage and oversee creative projects, providing visionary direction and ensuring the highest quality of work. The Senior Creative Director will be responsible for multiple client engagements and internal projects, operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role involves strategic decision-making, client relationship management, and creative team leadership.

A successful candidate has 8+ years of professional experience, including 4+ years of senior management experience in creative agencies or marketing/advertising, with a proven track record of directly managing teams and overseeing complex projects. They possess intellectual curiosity, demonstrate a strong willingness to take initiative, and excel in both independent work and collaborative team environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in handling campaigns or issues beyond consumer goods, such as public affairs/awareness campaigns or professional services, and possess a deep familiarity with public policy.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the strategic direction of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and scope of work agreements

- Independently oversee all components of project management, from strategy setting to execution, ensuring the team stays on track and meets client needs

- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing concerns and questions, and maintaining strong client relationships.

- Monitor industry activities and media coverage relevant to clients' businesses to provide informed strategic recommendations

- Translate qualitative and quantitative research into compelling creative concepts that resonate emotionally and digitally.

- Provide mentorship and guidance to producers, designers, and other team members, fostering a collaborative and high-achieving team environment.

- Develop and present strategic proposals to potential clients, leveraging industry-specific research and assessments.

- Ensure all creative outputs align with Penta's standards and client brand guidelines, maintaining the highest quality of work.

- The Senior Director's role will be focused on leading the macro strategic choices within the realms of brand strategy, campaign development, advertising, and digital strategy, rather than on details of design or production. 

Qualifications:

Required:

- 8+ years of professional experience in brand strategy, marketing, advertising, or a related creative field, including 4+ years of management experience.

- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and motivate talented, high-achieving teams, with a focus on empowering diverse personalities.

- Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

- Proven ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities and manage time effectively.

- Strong interest and experience in creative content, with a focus on public affairs, public awareness campaigns, or complex issues such as healthcare or finance.

- Experience working in a client service environment, with a track record of successful client relationship management.

Preferred:

- Previous work on public affairs or public awareness campaigns, professional services, or complex issues like healthcare or finance

- Experience working on remote teams

*The above should be viewed as more of a guide, not a check-list; If you meet some but not all of the experiences listed, we strongly encourage you to submit an application*

Salary Range:

The base salary range for this position will be $140,000 -$190,000, depending on a candidate’s experience and qualifications as it relates to the position.

Benefits:

- Remote work location / work from home (if desired)

- Excellent health care benefits with 100% of individual employee and 50% of dependent health care premiums covered; coverage includes dental and vision

- Competitive retirement benefits with 401(k) matchingTwelve weeks paid parental leave

- Monthly stipend for cell phoneUnlimited paid time off and generous holiday schedule

- Frequent firm-wide social events and activities

- Excellent environment for learning and growth

This full-time position is remote.

Penta Group, LLC values diversity and inclusion, is committed to equal employment opportunity, and to compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws. We also comply with District of Columbia law, which prohibits discrimination and harassment against employees, applicants for employment and interns based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, reproductive health decisions and breastfeeding), national origin, disability, age (18 and over), personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, matriculation (e.g., being enrolled in a college or university or in a business, nursing, professional, secretarial, technical or vocational school), political affiliation, genetic information (including family medical history), lawful use of tobacco products, unemployment status and status as a victim or the family member of a victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense or stalking.