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Executive Director, Creative

Lensa
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/24/2026
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Executive Director, Creative

Job Category: Communications

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking an Executive Director, Creative, to lead high-impact work within the Corporate Communications organization, operating as a modern in-house agency partner to the business. This role collaborates closely with Marketing, Strategic Communications, Events, and Operations to deliver integrated programs that elevate the brand, support growth priorities, and strengthen enterprise reputation. The successful candidate will be a part of the Corporate Communications leadership team and report directly to the Executive Vice President, Corporate Communications.

To be considered for this opportunity, candidate must be within commutable distance to the Reston HQ location, and be on-site three (3) days per week (flexible hybrid work arrangement.)

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of eight (8) professionals responsible for executing the creative vision and standards for brand expression across all channels and experiences.
  • Manage multi-disciplinary creative teams (e.g., design, copy, web, motion) to deliver on-time, on-brand work.
  • Translate complex technical concepts into simple, compelling stories and visuals.
  • Establish creative review processes; ensure quality, accessibility, and compliance.
  • Partner with Strategic Communications and Marketing on campaign concepts and content systems.
  • Oversee vendor partners and agencies; manage scopes, budgets, and quality.

Competencies Include The Following

  • Ability to connect market insights to business outcomes.
  • Leadership presence, influence, and sound judgment.
  • Operational discipline-prioritization, planning, and resource management.
  • Ability to drive a team to produce in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
  • Creativity, curiosity, and a bias for action.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, marketing, communications, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience in communications roles of increasing responsibility.
  • Progressive leadership experience with at least five (5) years managing people.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise, versatility, and measurable results.
  • Experience working in the national security industry.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the C-Suite, U.S. Operations,

Business Development, and Corporate Communications.

  • Ability to set strategy and tactical action plans while adapting as needed.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills for multiple audiences across the

company.

Desired

  • Master's degree (i.e., Graphic Design, Visual Communications.)


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    What You Can Expect

    A culture of integrity.

    At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

    An environment of trust.

    CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

    A focus on continuous growth.

    Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

    Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

    Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

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    Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

    The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

    $145,100 - $319,100

    CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

    If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

    Salary : $145,100 - $319,100

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