Creative Associate Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Company Description

A global creative constellation built for what's next-uniting the human vision of the Leo Burnett network with the innovation of Publicis Worldwide.

Leo is HI AI: Human Insight, Human Ideas, Human Impact-supercharged by the data and technology to move faster, go further, and deliver everywhere.

Leo brings together 15,000+ people across 90 countries, combining global scale with creative firepower to drive outsized impact for brands.

Job Description

This is someone who masters their craft, can lead a team to success, constantly elevates the quality of the work and when needed rolls up their sleeves and does the work that needs to be done. A conceptual 360 thinker across a variety of briefs, and will be focused on craft, production and executional perfection. 

They're strategic, can build a strong client relationship, build relationships within the agency, and knows these are all means to an end: making breakthrough work for the brands, that is recognized in pop culture and celebrated by the audience.

They immerse themselves in everyday brands, culture and the creative industry. They will have already picked up prestigious awards in their career but they are hungry for more; striving to innovate and especially to win in emerging categories.

This person obsesses about the details. Someone who can simplify ideas and express themselves clearly. Someone who can think outside of their own comfort zone, is highly strategic and flexible in a fast paced environment. Someone who is kind and inspirational.

Qualifications

A few more details about qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of art direction/copywriting for well-known brands. Evidence of strong digital/social/experience work is essential.
• A thought leader with a strong POV but also has an open mind; is ready to listen and learn.
• Understands the "best in class" use of each platform. You know what it means to be make something interesting, engaging and creative in the world today.
• Ability to concept innovative ideas and tactics that people will talk about. Always envisioning the potential outcomes of each idea; thinking through the earned media headlines, potential media responses, consumer reactions and tweets etc.
• Someone who always brings one extra idea that nobody saw coming, something bold, simple and perfect, the cherry on top.
• Proven experience nurturing talent and ideas. Be able to provide clear direction and constructive feedback.
• Excellent client management and presentation skills. We're looking for someone who is confident in the work they create and lead, they know how to speak professionally about their ideas and how they can positively impact out client's business.
• Participates in new business pitches
• Passionate about the intricacies and details of a client's business and products whilst understanding our role and opportunities as their agency partner.
• Embodies our positive, diverse, ambitious and respectful culture.
• Someone who will love and champion our work.

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 USMTTACompliance@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 Compensation Range: USD $106,780.00 - USD $153,405.00/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 8/3/2026.Employment Type: FULL_TIME