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About the Role
We are seeking an Associate Creative Director (Copy) who is looking to do the best work of their career. Ideal candidates will have a strong creative vision, exceptional strategic skills, and the ability to drive world-class, impactful work. As an ACD, you will craft compelling narratives and brand stories, elevate the conceptual craft of the agency, and build trusted relationships with clients.
Responsibilities
- Lead the translation of strategic direction into compelling, award-winning copy and campaigns across various mediums.
- Partner with an ACD, Art, and cross-functional teams to develop, refine, and elevate creative concepts.
- Provide clear, inspiring narrative vision for projects while remaining adaptable to client needs and deadlines.
- Champion the client's brand voice, tone, and strategic objectives, ensuring creative output drives measurable business impact.
- Drive research and ideation to inform and elevate the agency's creative output.
- Craft compelling narratives for presentation decks and lead client pitches.
- Direct campaign asset creation from a narrative perspective, including script development, voiceover records, audio mixes, and overseeing edits.
- Collaborate with production, technology, and account teams to manage the delivery of online and offline assets.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous innovation.
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience as a copywriter/creative lead within an advertising agency or similar environment.
- Proven track record of leading high-profile campaigns.
- A stellar portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking, strategic problem-solving, and beautifully crafted copy.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Deep understanding of adapting tone and voice for different brands and audiences.
- Deep expertise in the latest social media trends, platform-specific copywriting, and emerging digital technologies.
- Highly skilled with word processing software, Keynote, and PowerPoint.
- A highly collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, successfully directing multiple projects simultaneously.
- A relentless passion for creativity, innovation, and driving real-world outcomes.
- Outstanding presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively to senior-level clients.
- A mature, reasoned approach to client and internal feedback, using it collaboratively to push the work further.
Skills
- Copywriting
- Creative Direction
- Brand Storytelling
- Strategic Thinking
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Trends
- Presentation Skills
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Project Management
Location
- Kansas City
- New York
- Detroit
- London
- São Paulo
- Shanghai
- Singapore
- Sydney
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 8+ years
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000—$140,000 CAD
About the Company
- VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth.
- VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners.
- VML's global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets.
- WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.
- WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.
Equal Opportunity
- WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics.
- We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.