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Creative Director, Art Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$116K - $122K/yr

Ability to combine conceptual creative thinking with high-quality content delivery * Captivating presentation skills * Passionate about social media platforms, trends, technology and best practices

The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, workshop facilitator, and conceptual thinker who thrives in ambiguity and shapes clarity through discovery engagements. Key Responsibilities Creative ...

The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, workshop facilitator, and conceptual thinker who thrives in ambiguity and shapes clarity through discovery engagements. Key Responsibilities Creative ...

Art Director (Full Time)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Portfolio should demonstrate conceptual campaign thinking, branding systems, and multi-platform execution. About CUENTO CUENTO is a creative marketing agency built at the intersection of sports ...

Creative Director

Chester, PA · Remote

$75K - $105K/yr

Excellent visual, conceptual, and strategic thinking skills. Strong leadership and team management ... Creative problem-solving mindset with a passion for innovation.

Art Director

New York, NY · Hybrid

$80K - $110K/yr

Requirements * 1.5+ years of experience in Art Direction and conceptual creative work in an advertising agency * Strong understanding of graphic design, photography, illustration, and typography

Senior Graphic Designer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$62K - $85K/yr

This role combines conceptual creative leadership with hands-on design execution, requiring the Senior Graphic Designer to develop big ideas and visual systems while also delivering high-quality ...

This is a role for a conceptual leader with a solid branding background and a passion for bringing ... Develop the creative strategy for new product launches across Ninja brands * Define product ...

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How much do conceptual creative jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for conceptual creative in the United States is $125,000.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,500.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Conceptual Creatives?

Conceptual Creatives are professionals who specialize in developing innovative ideas and creative concepts for advertising, marketing campaigns, branding, and other visual or written communications. They use their imagination and understanding of target audiences to craft compelling messages and visual directions that stand out in the marketplace. Often working in teams, they collaborate with copywriters, designers, and strategists to bring ideas to life from initial concept through final execution. Their role is crucial in ensuring that campaigns resonate emotionally and intellectually with audiences, making brands memorable and effective.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Conceptual Creative, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Conceptual Creative, you need a strong ability to generate innovative ideas, visual storytelling skills, and a background in design or advertising, often supported by a relevant degree or portfolio. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite and experience using creative project management tools are typically required. Strong collaboration, open-mindedness, and persuasive communication are vital soft skills for pitching and developing concepts with clients and teams. These skills ensure the creation of compelling, impactful campaigns that resonate with audiences and achieve client objectives.

How do Conceptual Creatives typically collaborate with other team members during the development of a campaign?

Conceptual Creatives often work closely with copywriters, art directors, strategists, and account managers to bring campaign ideas to life. Collaboration usually involves brainstorming sessions, sharing feedback, and refining concepts based on input from various stakeholders. It's common for Conceptual Creatives to present their ideas to both internal teams and clients, ensuring that the creative vision aligns with the brand's objectives and resonates with the target audience. Effective communication and openness to feedback are essential for success in this collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Conceptual Creative vs Graphic Designer?

AspectConceptual CreativeGraphic Designer
Primary FocusIdea development, conceptualization, and creative strategyVisual design, layout, and production of graphics
Skills & ToolsCreative thinking, branding, storytelling, brainstormingDesign software (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator), typography, color theory
Work EnvironmentAdvertising agencies, branding firms, creative studiosDesign studios, marketing departments, freelance work
CredentialsPortfolio, creative background, sometimes degrees in design or advertisingDesign degrees, portfolio, proficiency in design tools

Conceptual Creatives focus on developing ideas and strategies behind campaigns, while Graphic Designers execute visual elements based on those concepts. Both roles often collaborate but serve different stages of the creative process.

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$106K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Company Description

At Saatchi & Saatchi Health, we believe in making the impossible possible in health. We partner with our clients to turn complexity into clarity, ideas into impact, and ambition into real-world outcomes. 

By combining creativity, data, and technology, we create work that doesn't just reach people--it moves them, connects with them, and makes a difference in their lives. Because when our people bring curiosity and courage to the work, we unlock new possibilities for our clients, and better outcomes for the patients they serve. We're here to push what health can be. And to make it matter.

Job Description

The Associate Creative Director, Art is responsible for leading the creative work. This leadership role includes assigning teams, inspiring those teams to consistently produce exceptional concepts and final work, and working closely with account management to ensure that our clients are satisfied with the quality of our creative work.

Responsibilities

Specifically, the ACD, Art has the following responsibilities:

 

Leadership

  • Work with the Group Creative Director to address performance, workflow, and quality issues and develop long-range plans for the team.
  • Demonstrate to clients that you understand and appreciate their marketing challenges and are responsive to their strategic needs.
  • Train new employees on responsibilities and agency procedures, and work with current creative staff to help them achieve professional and personal goals.
  • Work with the upper management team to plan and pursue continuing strategic growth of agency billings and participate in new business pitch opportunities.

Creativity

  • Help develop and review creative briefs that provide strategic insight(s) and creative inspiration.
  • Inspiring creative teams to produce the best work possible.
  • Evaluating concepts, copy and art, at pre-determined points and providing direction prior to review by account management.
  • Setting high creative standards that lead to a body of work that creates enthusiastic customers and clients, and is consistently recognized by agency management as on strategy and unique to the healthcare sector.
  • Leading the creative efforts on new business assignments, as needed.
  • Ensure that creative presentations to the client meet the highest professional standards.

Productivity

  • Manage the workload for assigned book of business to maximize the productivity and quality of work from the creative staff.
  • Manage book of business to ensure that the creative team maintains a high percentage of billable hours.
  • Help ensure that deadlines and budgets are met.
Qualifications
  • 6+ years of agency experience with primarily an Art background
  • A proven track record of conceptual creative ability and judgment
  • Successful client contact experience and ability to grow business organically
  • The ability to work collaboratively with account management
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Successful experience in managing creatives
  • The availability to travel to meet client and agency needs
  • The availability and commitment to work extra hours as needed to ensure client satisfaction
Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Difference" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. 

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive.  Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K,  as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Compensation Range: $106,780.00 - $170,937.00 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 05/15/2026.

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 Compensation Range: USD $106,780.00 - USD $170,937.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 6/1/2026.Employment Type: FULL_TIME