Art Director

VML•Chicago, IL

8h•$45,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VML is looking for an Art Director to join our world class creative team based here in Chicago. The Art Director will have a knack for delivering fresh thinking to your ideas and designs. You feel at home in a fast-paced agency setting. You are passionate about creative but flexible enough to meet client goals. If this describes you, we look forward to seeing how you can take our team to the next level.

Requirements

Minimum 1-3 years of experience in advertising agency, in house creative group or related field.
A strong portfolio showcasing award winning creative work + successfully launched omni channel client projects in digital, broadcast social, and everything in between.
Professionalism with clients and internal team.
Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
Ability to handle a high-volume environment with rapid turnaround times and manage multiple tasks and project details.
Stay current with latest social trends and technology and implement as appropriate.
Strong time management skills and solid work ethic.
Ambitious personality with the determination to do great work and the expertise of your craft to get it done.

Nice To Haves

CPG/Commerce experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Concept, design, and execute campaigns for ambitious clients.
Embrace the unknown and challenge conventions. If it’s been done, it’s not good enough.
Be a source of new ideas for every brief, tactic, execution and conversation.
Collaborate with your partner, clients, strategy, account and experts from our global network.
Broaden your experiences and skill sets while elevating the work you’re on and expanding client relationships.
Own your projects, client meetings and productions. Lead by example, with the right blend of positivity and productivity.
Know how to capture the attention of your audience, from client presentations to campaign launches.