7+ years of creative experience in an agency or in-house environment, proven in high-quality and award-winning projects.
Strong leadership skills to mentor and inspire a creative team.
Culturally fluent with deep knowledge of social media and trends for impactful campaign creation.
Demonstrated creative thinking with a portfolio displaying innovative ideas across multiple media platforms.
Strategic mindset for aligning creative concepts with client objectives.
Exceptional presentation skills to communicate ideas effectively to clients and stakeholders.
Adaptable to a fast-paced environment, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute fresh, culturally relevant campaigns aligned with client objectives.
Mentor and inspire junior creatives, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
Monitor cultural and social trends to inform timely campaign creation.
Collaborate with diverse team members including producers and strategists for cross-platform ideas.
Present clear and passionate concepts to clients to build trust and excitement.
Ensure high standards in creative execution across all formats, including social media and integrated campaigns.
Motivate the team to achieve award-winning work that sets industry standards.
Benefits
Creative work environment promoting innovation and collaboration.
Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.
Engagement with a diverse range of experts in various fields.
Access to resources to create impactful and award-winning campaigns.
Full Job Description
ROLE OVERVIEW:
As an Associate Creative Director (Art) at The Kitchen, you'll support the creative director to help lead a team of talented creatives to craft and write culturally resonant campaigns. Working alongside another ACD (Copy), you'll collaborate with a diverse group of experts to craft ideas that move people and generate buzz. Whether it's a quick-turn trend activation or a thoughtfully crafted TV spot, you'll be at the forefront of shaping work that captures attention, earns media, and inspires action.
RESPONSIBILTIES:
Creative: development and execution of campaigns, ensuring ideas are fresh, culturally relevant, and aligned with client objectives.
Team Management: Mentor and inspire a team of jr. art directors, copywriters, and content creators, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
Trend Responsiveness: Stay attuned to cultural and social trends, leveraging insights to deliver timely, impactful campaigns.
Collaboration: Partner with producers, strategists, data analysts, and social media experts to craft ideas that work seamlessly across platforms.
Client Engagement: Present concepts to clients with clarity and passion, building trust and enthusiasm for the work.
Craft Excellence: Ensure the highest standards of creative execution across all deliverables, from social-first content to integrated campaigns.
Award Ambition: Drive the team to produce award-worthy work that sets industry benchmarks.
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
Experience: 7+ years of experience in a creative role within an agency or in-house team, with a track record of producing high-quality, award-winning work.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire creative teams.
Cultural Fluency: Deep understanding of social media platforms, cultural trends, and the ability to translate them into impactful campaigns.
Creative Thinking: A portfolio showcasing big ideas, sharp insights, and flawless execution across a range of media.
Strategic Mindset: Ability to align creative concepts with client objectives and strategies.
Presentation Skills: Confident and persuasive communicator, capable of presenting ideas to clients and internal stakeholders.
Agility: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to pivot quickly and deliver under tight deadlines.
Passion: A genuine love for creativity, culture, and storytelling.
The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $120-130K. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of The Kitchen's total compensation package.
