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VML

Creative Director, Copy

Chicago, IL · On-site

Ability to direct and mentor junior team members. * Ability to handle a high-volume environment ... creative bravery. * Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full ...

Hypebeast

Senior Creative Director

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Creative & Cultural Strategy * Creative Direction * Digital Content Production * Brand ... Lead and mentor a team of Senior, Midweight, and Junior Creatives. * Collaborate and direct in ...

Right Side Up

Associate Creative Director

Austin, TX · Remote

We're seeking a seasoned Associate Creative Director, Visual for a contract engagement to lead the ... and guide junior designers through feedback and reviews * Ensure consistency, quality, and ...

Right Side Up

Associate Creative Director

Austin, TX · On-site

We're seeking a seasoned Associate Creative Director, Visual for a contract engagement to lead the ... and guide junior designers through feedback and reviews * Ensure consistency, quality, and ...

Right Side Up

Associate Creative Director

Austin, TX · On-site +1

We're seeking a seasoned Associate Creative Director, Visual for a contract engagement to lead the ... and guide junior designers through feedback and reviews * Ensure consistency, quality, and ...

Hypebeast

Senior Creative Director

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Creative & Cultural Strategy * Creative Direction * Digital Content Production * Brand ... Lead and mentor a team of Senior, Midweight, and Junior Creatives. * Collaborate and direct in ...

Omnicom

Associate Creative Director

New York, NY · Hybrid

As an Associate Creative Director at Critical Mass, you're in it - concepting, art directing ... develop junior and mid-level creatives, giving feedback with rigor, generosity, and a genuine ...

Omnicom

Associate Creative Director

New York, NY · On-site

As an Associate Creative Director at Critical Mass, you're in it - concepting, art directing ... develop junior and mid-level creatives, giving feedback with rigor, generosity, and a genuine ...

Abbott

Associate Creative Director

Alameda, CA · On-site

This role reports directly to Director of Brand and Creative and sits at the intersection of brand ... Mentor junior creatives and contribute to the development of a high-performing, collaborative ...

Beach House Group

Jr. Art Director

Los Angeles, CA

$80K - $90K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB The Junior Art Director supports the Creative Director in translating brand vision into polished, production-ready creative across campaigns, digital, packaging, social, and brand ...

Abbott

Associate Creative Director

Alameda, CA · On-site

You'lllead the creative vision acrossbrand, campaigns, and content - andyou'llbe the connective ... Mentor junior creatives and contribute to the development of a high-performing, collaborative ...

Abbott

Associate Creative Director

Alameda, CA

You'lllead the creative vision acrossbrand, campaigns, and content - andyou'llbe the connective ... Mentor junior creatives and contribute to the development of a high-performing, collaborative ...

Omnicom

Associate Creative Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

Creative Job Subfunction: Creative Direction ASSOCIATE CREATIVE DIRECTOR(ART OR COPY) If you're ... You'll mentor junior creatives and help set the bar on craft - not by managing from a distance, but ...

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A Junior Creative Director is an entry- to mid-level professional who assists in leading the creative vision for projects within an organization, often working under the guidance of a senior creative director. They help manage creative teams, develop concepts, and ensure that the visual and messaging aspects of campaigns align with client or company objectives. Their role typically involves brainstorming, providing feedback on designs, and collaborating with designers, copywriters, and marketing teams. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong creative portfolio and leadership potential who are looking to advance in the creative industry.

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To thrive as a Junior Creative Director, you need a solid background in design principles, creative concept development, and a relevant degree in graphic design, advertising, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, and experience using project management tools, are typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills help you inspire teams and effectively translate ideas into compelling visual campaigns. These abilities ensure creative projects are executed effectively, on-brand, and meet client or organizational objectives.

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Creative Director, Copy

VML

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Who We Are
VML 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 award-winning human-first work for clients including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. In 2026, VML was named Campaign's Global Network of the Year and ranked #2 Creative Network of the Year at Cannes Lions. VML's global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.
VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.
For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.
Who we are looking for:
VML is seeking the next brilliant Creative Director, Copywriter to join our world class creative team. A conceptual thinker who can write short form, long-form, brand acts, activations, scripts, social and everything in between. You should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively; and you must bring excellent skills in client relationship building. You should be able to work and lead, owning an array of client projects - and demonstrating presentation skills like a natural!
We're looking for someone who can do the job and then surprise us with something we've never thought of. A one-two punch of confidence and inspiration. Someone who possesses a talent for transforming great ideas into award-winning creative and has a passion for visual storytelling. We are looking for a Creative leader who has humor and enjoys selling their ideas as much as they love crafting them.
What you'll do:
  • Concept and collaborate on campaign ideas with a creative team while working on multiple projects.
  • Oversee the translation of the client's vision into a roadmap that guides our agency, not only to achieve client goals, but also to generate work that is creatively brilliant, measurable and impactful.
  • Craft original concepts, execute copy based on established voice/tone and collaborate with writers on copy execution.
  • Partner with the Creative Director (Art) to concept, write, present and defend work while addressing client needs.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the agency to ensure timely deliverables.
  • Anticipate team and client needs, project risks and participate in driving resolution.
  • Inspire clients and co-workers through good work, good spirit and excellent communication.

Who you are:
  • A Builder | Process-oriented innovator with an ability and appetite to create bring people together. Innate ability to marshal people (team and client) and create gravity around ideas.
  • Open and collaborative | Our team is close-knit and supportive and we're working with a lot of unknowns - you must be a champion of team environments that are comfortable and encouraging, especially working cross-discipline.
  • Optimistic and resilient | Dig in and figure out how to work around problems. Provide a balance needed to maintain stamina and positivity.
  • Ego-less | We all wear the hats that need wearing, it's a mentality that makes the team successful.

What you'll need:
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in creative direction, preferably in advertising or a related industry.
  • Portfolio with successfully launched client projects on broadcast work, social and everything in between.
  • Outstanding portfolio showcasing digital and social platforms with strong conceptual thinking.
  • Solid understanding of creative development-from drafting briefs to executing deliverables.
  • Well-versed in scriptwriting and in crafting both short and long-form content.
  • Ability to direct and mentor junior team members.
  • Ability to handle a high-volume environment with rapid turnaround times and manage multiple tasks and project details.
  • Practiced time management skills and a strong work ethic.
  • Agriculture experience a plus but not needed.
  • If you follow golf and a golf lover, brownie points. :)

What we offer:
  • Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
  • Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
  • Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
  • Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.
$100,000-$230,000 USD
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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.
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