Associate Creative Director
About The Position
The Associate Creative Director oversees a creative team delivering multi-channel programs and client-facing projects. The role ensures that creative outputs are innovative, aligned with brand standards, and strategically support business and client goals while balancing operational management with hands-on creative leadership. This position serves as the primary creative point of contact for client-facing projects and campaigns, translating business goals into creative briefs and leading presentations to manage feedback and expectations. The Associate Creative Director directs and develops creative talent, leads concept development and execution, manages client and stakeholder relationships, and oversees project quality, timelines, and budgets. The role is onsite.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in creative services, including at least 2 years of supervisory experience.
- Solid understanding of marketing and advertising principles.
- Proven ability to translate client needs into creative solutions.
- Leadership skills that inspire collaboration and accountability.
- Strong problem-solving and prioritization abilities.
- Strong foundation in design, copywriting, or creative production processes.
- Attention to detail and commitment to brand standards.
- Ability to manage priorities and allocate resources effectively.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- Figma.
- Motion graphics.
- AI tools such as Gemini and Midjourney.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary creative point of contact for client-facing projects and campaigns; translate business goals into creative briefs and lead presentations to manage feedback and expectations.
- Manage team performance, workload distribution, and development plans.
- Oversee the daily workflow of art directors, designers, and production artists to ensure concepts are executed to a high standard.
- Provide constructive feedback, identify growth opportunities for junior and mid-level creatives, and help them overcome creative blocks.
- Lead brainstorming sessions and develop high-level concepts for campaigns, brand identities, or product launches.
- Create quick mockups and contribute to design work when needed.
- Ensure output aligns with client brand guidelines, tone of voice, and visual identity.
- Represent creative in client meetings and new business pitches, articulating the rationale behind creative choices.
- Translate client feedback into clear, actionable directions for the creative team without compromising the core idea.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and Strategists to ensure creative work addresses the client's underlying business problem.
- Review and approve concept decks and final mechanicals before they reach the Creative Director or client.
- Partner with project managers to keep work on track against deadlines, scope, and budget constraints.
Benefits
- Medical coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Life insurance.
- Voluntary supplemental insurance coverages.
- Parental leave.
- Adoption assistance.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employer and partner discounts.
- Depending on the role, participation in a bonus, commission, or incentive program may be included in total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
