Director, Partner Success, Creative Services (DC or Remote)

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Aspen Institute

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Communications and Marketing Department

The Aspen Institute's Communications and Marketing Department creates compelling content to elevate and position the Aspen Institute as a values-based organization that ignites human potential through dialogue, leadership, and action to build understanding and create new possibilities for a better world.

The department also serves as an in-house agency that provides communications and marketing support to the Institute’s 40+ programs, initiatives, public events, fundraising efforts, and the president’s office. Learn more at.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Director, Partner Success, is responsible for developing work products and managing teams on behalf of the Creative Services’ clients, who are the 70+ projects and programs of the Aspen Institute.

This role requires a dynamic leader who can advise clients on strategies, oversee projects from start to finish, and ensure top-notch customer service.

The successful candidate will also oversee all implementation, including a team of in-house content creators and a bench of trusted vendors.

The director also contributes to business development efforts and acts as a senior member of the Communications and Marketing Team, collaborating across divisions to ensure optimal program service.

This role reports to the Vice President of Communications and Marketing. The salary range for this position is $143,00 - $159,000.

This role is based in our Washington, DC office with a minimum of 40% in-person work (approximately 2 days per week).

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Strategy Development and Implementation

As a senior member of the Creative Services team, you’ll be on point from start to finish, initiating each new piece of work with a kickoff, ensuring smooth, quality, and on-time implementation of deliverables, and analyzing performance when the work is complete.

Advise clients on strategic initiatives and provide regular updates through in-person or virtual check-ins, as well as timely email and phone communication.

Collaborate with the Creative Services and Program Partnerships Director on business strategy, developing a plan to set and meet annual goals and grow revenue

Collaborate on an annual budget, including revenue targets and expense projections

Coordinate with the Sr. Operations Manager and Project Manager on contracting and invoicing for clients and vendors.

Client Service and Management

Act as the lead member of each client team, with key oversight of the project manager, joining meetings as needed and stepping in to influence the work whenever necessary.

Ensure seamless communication and collaboration across all client-related activities, delivering exceptional client service for all projects across all contracts.

Build and maintain strong relationships across Institute projects and programs, staying informed about changes in staffing and work dynamics.

Communicate regularly with the Creative Services and Program Partnerships Director about the status of client projects, highlighting successes and addressing challenges.

Team Management

Oversee the day-to-day work and deliverables of the project manager, content creators, and strategists, ensuring alignment with proposal’s overall deliverables.

Coach and support the team, ensuring high performance and quality outputs.

Business Development

Collaborate with the Creative Services and Program Partnerships Director in identifying and leveraging client successes to create new opportunities for the team.

Contribute to proposals and case studies, and co-lead pitch meetings to secure new business.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO THRIVE

10+ years of experience in communications and marketing, preferably at a full service firm or large nonprofit organization

Proven experience in strategy development and implementation.

Strong client management skills with the ability to provide strategic guidance and regular project updates.

Experience in leading and managing a team of content creators and their respective deliverables.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multiple teams and manage stakeholder engagement

Knowledge of the latest trends in communications, including strategy, creative, and fundraising.

Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to contribute to business development efforts, including proposals, case studies, and pitch meetings.

How to apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Aspen Institute offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, retirement benefits, and paid leave.

The Aspen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all District and federal laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against.

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