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Jack Morton Worldwide

Creative Director

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

The Creative Director develops winning creative solutions that deliver client satisfaction and meet ... Work with experiential production and other production departments to assist in the development of ...

Jack Morton Worldwide

Creative Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Creative Director develops winning creative solutions that deliver client satisfaction and meet ... Work with experiential production and other production departments to assist in the development of ...

Cars

Creative Operations Specialist II

Chicago, IL · On-site

Responsibilities Process Support & Improvement * Assist in maintaining and refining design ... Working understanding of creative development and production processes * Experience supporting ...

James Hardie

Creative Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

... development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we're united by our purpose of ... Intake and Scheduling: Assist in managing project intake mechanisms, scheduling resources, and ...

James Hardie

Creative Project Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

... development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we're united by our purpose of ... Intake and Scheduling: Assist in managing project intake mechanisms, scheduling resources, and ...

James Hardie

Creative Project Manager

Chicago, IL

$84K - $114K/yr

... development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we're united by our purpose of ... Intake and Scheduling: Assist in managing project intake mechanisms, scheduling resources, and ...

Lions International

Account Lead - Marketing

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$80K - $88K/yr

... creative development and campaign execution. What You'll Do: * Act as primary point of contact for assigned Marketing programs and division accounts. * Assist with executing marketing plans that ...

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How much do creative development assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative development assistant in Chicago, IL is $22.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.08 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Creative Development Assistant, you need a background in media, communications, or a related field, strong organizational skills, and a passion for creative content. Familiarity with project management tools, creative software (such as Adobe Creative Suite), and industry-standard research databases is often expected. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask help you support creative teams and effectively manage workflow. These skills are crucial for ensuring smooth project execution and contributing fresh ideas in a fast-paced creative environment.

How does a Creative Development Assistant typically collaborate with writers and producers during a project's early stages?

As a Creative Development Assistant, you’ll play a key support role during the initial phases of project development by helping coordinate brainstorming sessions, organizing pitch materials, and ensuring clear communication among writers, producers, and executives. You may be tasked with conducting research, preparing creative briefs, and managing schedules to keep the team aligned and on track. This close collaboration offers valuable exposure to the creative process, allowing you to learn directly from experienced professionals and contribute ideas, which can be especially rewarding for those looking to advance within the industry.

What does a Creative Development Assistant do?

A Creative Development Assistant supports the creative team in generating, researching, and developing new ideas for projects such as films, television shows, advertisements, or marketing campaigns. Their responsibilities often include organizing meetings, preparing creative materials, conducting industry research, and assisting with administrative tasks. They help ensure that creative projects run smoothly from the initial concept to early production, acting as a bridge between creative professionals and other departments.
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Creative Director

Jack Morton Worldwide

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

 

The Creative Director develops winning creative solutions that deliver client satisfaction and meet the financial and business objectives of Jack Morton.  

 The CD Experiential focuses on developing solutions that drive attendee engagement and communicate client messages. Their communication solutions can include digital interactive, video, live presentations, social media, web, display technology and other strategies.  

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.  The duties and responsibilities as outlined in this Job Description may be changed from time to time by the Corporation, as it deems necessary, without further notice to the Employee. 

           Attend client project meetings with sales personnel as warranted. 

  • Work with client and sales to develop and optimize creative briefs.  
  • Develops creative ideas that deliver on client objectives, budget and Impact XM business objectives. 
  • Develop written, oral and rough graphic outlines in word, PPT and other means 
  • Maintain ongoing communications with account team on progress of creative development 
  • Develop and direct the development of proposal and presentation materials. 
  • Work with experiential production and other production departments to assist in the development of budgets and pricing for specific projects. 
  • Participate in client sales presentations and leads the experiential presentation section as needed. 
  • Consult and direct the technical specifications of project deliverables as needed to support budgeting and production needs. 
  • Travel to exhibition or congresses as warranted by client, project and budget to support a project deliverable. 
  • Scan Trend spotting. Lead, mentor, and inspire junior creative staff. 
  • Ensures appropriate collaboration and information flow between departments as well as both internal and external clients, stakeholders, and vendors as appropriate. 
  • Adhere to departmental administrative procedures and processes to maintain fiscal accountability and control, equitable and fair personnel practices, and efficiency of operations in his/her business units. 

Supervisory Responsibilities                     

 This job has no supervisory responsibilities. 

 Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (Canadian Positions: Accommodations will be made, up to undue hardship, for employees that advise accommodation is required pursuant to the prohibited grounds of the human rights legislation.) 

 Education and/or Experience                     

 Bachelors degree, preferably in communications, digital or related areas of study. 5 to 8 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

Last but not least, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion.

Jack Morton is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

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