NOLS is a leading educational institution that provides outdoor leadership and wilderness education to students across the globe. Our mission is to create confident and competent leaders who can navigate complex environments and make positive contributions to society. As a Creative Manager, you will be an integral part of our marketing team, responsible for managing creative projects and campaigns that help us reach our target audience.

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our marketing team as a Creative Manager. In this role, you will manage all creative projects and campaigns, ensuring they align with our brand standards and meet our business objectives. You will work closely with our marketing team to develop and execute creative concepts across multiple channels, including video, social media, digital assets, and print. 

If you are a creative and strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a positive impact on our organization and the world.

Key Logistical Information:

• Contract type: Full time.

• Start date: Two weeks after hire.

• Benefits: eligible for Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending account, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time off, 403(b), 403(b) contribution.

• Questions: Please contact peopleteam@nols.edu

What does a Creative Manager do?

You will be involved in the following activities:

• Manage the development and execution of all creative projects and campaigns, including video creation, social media campaigns, digital assets, and print.

• Ensure all creative work aligns with our brand guidelines and business objectives.

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop creative concepts that are engaging, memorable, and effective.

• Manage the creative team, including designers, writers, and video producers, and ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Support multiple divisions within the organization, providing creative direction and guidance as needed.

• Maintain a high level of efficiency and productivity, while ensuring quality and accuracy in all creative work.

What makes a great Creative Manager at NOLS? 

We are looking for people who share our values and are keen to learn and develop their expertise. We are looking for candidates with the skills listed below. We expect to provide training and development support in some of the areas.

• Robust experience in a creative management role, with a record of success in managing video creation projects, social media campaigns, and digital assets.

• A growth and innovative mindset.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

• Highly efficient and organized, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality.

In your first 6 months, you will: 

• Develop a comprehensive social media strategy with research to support finding target audiences and posting schedule

• Identify and implement a project management systems to guide efforts and inform team and resource management

• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to support marketing efforts

• Identify key metrics for the creative department to objectively measure success and impact on the school mission

Who are we and what can we offer you?

NOLS is a nonprofit global wilderness school that seeks to help people step forward boldly as a leader.

We believe that anyone can be a leader; it is our role to provide the environment and training to help people discover their full potential. We do that in classrooms close to home and in remote wilderness areas around the world. We are an organization with heart, expertise, and wildness, and these qualities help us support powerful, authentic experiences.

NOLS really is a great place to work:

• We have locations in seven U.S. states, and six countries; and courses in all 50 U.S. states and over 10 countries.

• We have fantastic employee discounts on top outdoor gear brands

• We offer discounts on NOLS Courses for you and your family

• All employees can benefit of free Outdoor Equipment "Rental" at our various locations

• Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available at a special NOLS rate to seasonal employees. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits package. 

• Wellness Time: Accrued leave that may be used for many HR-approved reasons throughout the season.

• Employee Assistance Program: Access to counselors that are available 24/7 to assist employees with work-life balance concerns.

Additional Information

NOLS can currently employ remote employees who have legal working rights in the United States. We can support remote employees in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, New York, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming.

Pre-Employment Check

• A criminal background check is required from all NOLS employees.

• NOLS participates in E-verify for U.S. employees, and other relevant employment verification systems based on location.

• Current NOLS employees please note it is NOLS policy to conduct an internal reference check with human resources and/or your current supervisor as part of the reference check process. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact peopleteam@nols.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NOLS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetics information, disability unrelated to job or admission requirements, or status as a protected veteran. The school’s nondiscrimination policy applies to all phases of its employment process, its admission and financial aid programs, and to all other aspects of its educational programs and activities. Retaliation directed to any person who pursues a discrimination complaint or grievance, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes unlawful discrimination is prohibited.

Reasonable Accommodation

NOLS values community and fosters a sense of belonging for our employees and applicants. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace because they embody these values, as well as our operating principle of promoting a positive, safe, and learning environment. Reasonable accommodations may be requested for disability; limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition; religion; and domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment. Reasonable accommodations may be requested at any point of the employment process, including during recruitment. Please email peopleteam@nols.edu with your request.