Creative Manager

Creative Manager | Hawthorne Residential Partners

Location: Remote  

Creative Manager | Position Summary  

The Creative Manager plays a key role in bringing the Hawthorne brand to life across our portfolio. This position leads the planning, coordination, and execution of creative and marketing projects while also contributing directly to design and content development. 

This role sits at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and execution—ensuring projects are delivered on time, on brand, and reflective of Hawthorne’s mission. From campaign concepts to community-level materials, this position ensures every detail is thoughtful, consistent, and impactful. 
 

Creative Manager |  Job Functions 

Creative Development & Design  

• Act as creative design lead for marketing graphics and illustrations  

• Execute design work across a variety of formats, including: 

• Digital campaigns 

• Social media content 

• Print collateral and signage 

• Email and promotional materials 

• Translate marketing and brand strategy into visually compelling, on-brand creative 

• Provide creative direction across projects, ensuring a cohesive visual and storytelling approach 

• Maintain consistency across all creative assets, ensuring alignment with Hawthorne’s brand standards 

• Serve as a brand guardian, ensuring all materials reflect Hawthorne’s voice, tone, and visual identity 

Project Management & Execution  

• Manage the full lifecycle of creative projects—from intake and briefing through final delivery 

• Develop and maintain project timelines, workflows, and deliverables 

• Ensure projects are completed on time, on brand, and aligned with marketing priorities 

• Review and approve creative deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and brand alignment 

Creative Asset & System Management 

• Manage and maintain internal creative asset management systems, ensuring all assets are organized, accessible, and up to date 

• Establish and enforce standards for file naming, version control, and asset organization 

• Oversee the lifecycle of creative assets, ensuring teams are using the most current, approved materials 

• Partner with teams to streamline asset access and improve efficiency across marketing and on-site teams 

Collaborate Cross-Functionally 

• Collaborate with leadership to align creative initiatives with broader marketing and brand strategy 

• Partner with Corporate and Community Teams to meet creative goals while maintaining brand consistency 

• Collaborate with leadership to align creative initiatives with broader marketing and brand strategy 

Required Qualifications: 

• 5+ years' experience in marketing or related fields 

• Experience in Adobe Suite, Figma 

• Experience in multifamily, real estate, or hospitality strongly preferred. 

• Experience in marketing, branding, or content creation 

• Strong written and visual communication skills 

• Strong self-management skills 

• Oversees timelines and proactively advances projects to ensure on-time completion 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and travel regularly 

• Comfort working autonomously and cross-functionally 

• Creative thinker with an eye for detail and storytelling 

Benefits That Matter  

When you join our team, you’re stepping into a culture built around growth, wellbeing, and genuine care for our people. We’re committed to helping you thrive—professionally, personally, and financially.  

Here’s what you can look forward to:  

Personal & Financial Benefits  

• Enjoy Your Time Off: Start with 22 days of vacation, sick, and personal time. 

• Make an Impact: Enjoy 16 hours of paid volunteer time annually. 

• Recharge & Celebrate:  

• 10 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday of your choice  

• 8 hours off to celebrate your birthday 

• Future Planning: Company 401(k) match to support your financial goals. 

• Financial Wellness Reimbursement: Resources to support your long-term financial health. 

• Referral Bonuses: Earn rewards for bringing great talent to the team. 

• Exclusive Discounts: Access to savings at over 1 million retailers and Hawthorne guest suite discounts. 

Personal & Professional Development 

• Comprehensive Onboarding: Feel supported and prepared from day one. 

• Ongoing Learning: Tailored training programs to help you grow your skills and career. 

• Career Pathing: Clear, defined progression opportunities. 

• Hawthorne Cares Fund: Financial assistance available for unexpected emergencies. 

• Celebrate Success: Participate in annual Sales Rally events and contests. 

• Education Reimbursement: We invest in your continued learning. 

Health & Wellness Benefits 

• Medical & Vision: Comprehensive plans designed for peace of mind. 

• Dental & Life Insurance: 100% company-paid coverage. 

• Paid Family Leave: Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave so you can focus on what matters most. 

• 24/7/365 Telehealth Access: Connect with doctors anytime, anywhere. 

• Wellness Incentives: Earn rewards for taking care of your health. 

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plan: Added protection for life’s unexpected moments. 

• Leave Bank: Additional paid time off during medical emergencies or natural disasters. 

• Fitness Reimbursement: Cash toward your gym or fitness membership. 

• Mental Wellness Tools: Free premium health and wellness subscriptions (a $450 value). 

• New Parent Perk: One year of free diapers for growing families.* 

About Hawthorne 

Hawthorne Residential Partners is a leading multifamily real estate management company headquartered in Greensboro, NC. We are proudly ranked among the Top 50 largest multifamily management companies in the United States, managing more than 64,000 apartment homes across 275+ properties and overseeing $12.5+ billion in assets throughout the Southeast, Florida, and Texas. 

Hawthorne is nationally recognized for operational excellence and resident satisfaction and is currently ranked #1 in resident satisfaction among NMHC Top 50 Managers, holding the highest score of any Division I management firm in the country. Guided by our “Live It” culture to leave people better than we found them, we are committed to delivering exceptional living experiences through thoughtful execution and strong performance at every level of the organization.