Temporary Creative Director, Copy

Edelman•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Assembly is seeking a Temporary Creative Director, Copy to join its integrated team dedicated to Microsoft. The role will shape social-first creative campaigns and integrated storytelling for a major technology brand, translating complex topics into compelling, culturally relevant work that captures attention, inspires conversation, and connects meaningfully with audiences. The successful candidate will bring conceptual leadership, exceptional storytelling and writing, cultural awareness, and the ability to move between big-picture ideas and hands-on copywriting. They will collaborate across creative, strategy, social, digital, research, influencer marketing, and account disciplines to develop original concepts and bring them to life across social, digital, earned, and emerging platforms.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in creative roles within advertising, marketing, communications, or integrated agency environments.
Demonstrated experience developing and leading conceptual, copy-driven creative campaigns, particularly across social and digital platforms.
A strong portfolio showcasing original thinking, exceptional writing, and creative work that connects with audiences across channels.
Experience presenting creative concepts and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing social-first creative campaigns and culturally relevant storytelling for major consumer or B2B brands, ideally in technology or innovation-driven industries.
Strong understanding of social platforms, digital content, emerging trends, and how creative ideas can generate conversation and earned attention.
Ability to simplify complex or technical subject matter into compelling, accessible narratives.
Experience guiding creative teams, mentoring writers, and providing thoughtful, actionable feedback.
Strong awareness of internet culture, audience behaviors, and how brands can participate meaningfully in relevant conversations.
A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and ability to balance creative leadership with hands-on execution.
Experience managing multiple creative workstreams in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of social-first, insight-driven creative concepts, campaigns, and copy that connect Microsoft’s brand and innovations with culture and audiences.
Develop narratives, messaging platforms, and creative ideas designed to spark conversation, drive engagement, and earn attention across social, digital, and integrated channels.
Translate complex technology topics and business objectives into accessible, culturally relevant stories and creative experiences.
Partner with art directors, designers, strategists, social specialists, and account teams to develop cohesive creative from concept through execution.
Provide creative direction and hands-on copywriting support, elevating ideas, storytelling, and craft across deliverables.
Present creative concepts and strategic thinking to internal teams and clients, explaining the insights and rationale behind the work.
Identify cultural conversations, platform trends, and opportunities for authentic brand participation beyond traditional advertising.
Guide multiple creative workstreams, foster collaboration and diverse perspectives, and ensure work meets creative standards, client objectives, and timelines.