Deputy Director, Global Brand Experience
$212,800–$329,800 year
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lead creative direction and design excellence for the Gates Foundation's global brand, establishing a compelling vision for storytelling, digital experiences, exhibitions, and activations. Steward the visual identity and creative platform across all public communications, ensuring consistent implementation of brand standards while enabling regional adaptation. Build and develop a multidisciplinary team of producers, designers, and engagement specialists, fostering a culture of creative excellence through rigorous critique and continuous learning. Oversee the production of human-centered stories and creative content supporting integrated campaigns, owned channels, and major moments like the Discovery Center. Apply audience insights and behavioral research to drive innovation in storytelling formats and digital products, translating the mission into experiences that build trust and inspire care. Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
Required Qualifications
- 12+ years leading brand, creative, and design within global nonprofits, media companies, agencies, technology firms, consumer brands, or mission-driven organizations
- Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary creative teams spanning brand strategy, visual design, storytelling, creative production, experiential design, and content development
- Deep expertise in brand visual systems, creative governance, and design leadership across digital, physical, environmental, and experiential applications
- Exceptional creative judgment with the ability to evaluate, critique, and elevate design work across multiple disciplines
- Experience establishing creative vision while empowering teams and partners to deliver outstanding work
- Proven ability to mentor and grow designers, storytellers, producers, and creative leaders
- Experience commissioning, directing, and managing world-class creative agencies, design consultancies, exhibit designers, filmmakers, photographers, and other specialist partners
- Experience planning and managing a complex creative budget
- Strong understanding of audience-centered design, behavioral insights, storytelling, and experience design
- Demonstrated success leading large, cross-functional initiatives within highly matrixed global organizations
- Passion for building brands that create emotional connection, strengthen trust, and inspire public engagement around important social issues
- Must have unrestricted work authorization in the country where this position is located
Desired Qualifications
- Must be available for travel up to 25% domestic and international
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