Associate Creative Director - Art

MERGE•Chicago, IL

3d•$98,000 - $117,000

About The Position

Merge Storytelling and Technology We bring together the minds and passions of creative pioneers, tech innovators, and data explorers to help ambitious clients solve business challenges and rise to the top. MERGE has enduring client partnerships with American Express, T-Mobile, Subway, Kate Spade NY, Coach, The North Face, Meta, Adobe, BlueCross BlueShield, Abbott, Astellas, Supernus, CSL, GE Healthcare, Broward Health, Indiana University Health, and Morgan Stanley. With offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Montreal, New York City and Los Angeles. MERGE uses a talent-to-task process that enables clients to think higher and feel deeper about their customers. Promote Health, Wellness & Happiness We are committed to promoting health, wellness and happiness in the world by partnering with purpose-driven clients in purpose-driven industries in healthcare, life science, and consumer products. Our deep vertical expertise and category insights stem from decade-long partnerships with our top clients. Emerge to the Top of Your Career At MERGE, we strive to create a superior work experience where talented and ambitious people grow. An experience that encourages people to think higher and feel deeper. An experience where people engage their minds and hearts to do the best work of their careers. As our Associate Creative Director-Art, you will… Embark on a dynamic creative journey as you collaborate with your copy partner to ideate concepts, craft brands, and execute layout designs for print and digital communications.

Requirements

8-10 years Art Direction experience within an advertising agency or creative department
Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Graphic Design, Visual Arts and/or equivalent experience
Life-science, health and pharma experience
Proficient in InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite & Figma
An online portfolio showcasing your expertise in responsive web design, mobile apps, banner ads, and complex multi-channel advertising campaigns. Your portfolio isn't just a showcase; it's a testament to your creative prowess

Responsibilities

Develop groundbreaking ideas for brands and organizations to make a meaningful impact in the industry
Strong knowledge of digital design systems working in Figma
Take on the role of a creative judge, offering constructive and actionable feedback to propel our team forward
Deliver engaging presentations to clients, account leads, and creative mavens, bringing your ideas to life
Dive deep into brand goals, positioning, market dynamics, and competitors to gain a comprehensive understanding
Infuse innovation into your practices, inspiring your team and exploring new ways of thinking
Collaborate with the production team, ensuring timely completion and dynamic presentation of work
Stay in the loop with industry trends and technology, keeping your creative edge sharp
Seize exciting opportunities to lead new business pitches, from insight-gathering to strategic development, concept creation, and client presentations