Associate Creative Director

broadhead • Minneapolis, MN

1d • $90,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

broadhead is looking for an Associate Creative Director (Copywriter) who can think big, write sharp, and help lead work that actually moves people—and brands. You’ll partner with art directors, strategists, and account teams to shape ideas from first spark through execution, while mentoring writers and raising the bar on creative output. If you love solving real business problems with unexpected ideas—and you’re ready to step into a leadership role—this might be your next move.

Requirements

• 6–10+ years of agency experience as a copywriter, with leadership responsibilities
• A strong portfolio showing smart concepts, strong writing, and integrated thinking
• Experience leading projects and helping guide other creatives
• Ability to think strategically, not just creatively
• Confidence presenting and defending work with clarity and enthusiasm
• Curiosity, collaboration, and a point of view

Responsibilities

• Lead concept development across campaigns, brands, and platforms
• Write compelling copy across digital, social, print, video, experiential, and integrated work
• Leverage AI tools and platforms to support all phases of the creative process
• Help set the creative vision and ensure work is strategically sound and creatively excellent
• Collaborate closely with creative partners, PR and Social Media teams and Strategy
• Lead project teams with the ability to put the work first
• Present work confidently to internal teams and clients
• Mentor and guide copywriters, offering clear feedback and direction
• Maintain consistency of brand voice while pushing creative boundaries
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the agency

Benefits

• Our employees are eligible for a full package of traditional benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We are a hybrid work company (3 days/week in-office, 2 days/week remote is a typical week at broadhead) with Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and 401(k) matching.
• In addition, we provide paid parental leave, performance-based bonuses, employee stipends, and gym access.
• Employees can receive employer contributions to HSAs, FSAs, and Student Loan Debt Repayment benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees