Associate Creative Director

Doskocil Mfg - Arlington, TX

Full-time - Senior

Arlington, TX

About the position

The Associate Creative Director is responsible for overseeing the creative development of campaigns, content, and other creative projects. This role involves collaborating closely with the Creative Director to ensure that the creative team delivers high-quality work that meets client expectations. The ACD will mentor junior creatives and manage multiple projects simultaneously, combining leadership, creativity, and strategic thinking to align all creative outputs with the company's or client's brand and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Creative Director to define and maintain the creative vision for projects.
• Lead brainstorming sessions and provide direction to creative teams, including copywriters, designers, and art directors.
• Develop innovative concepts for campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and client objectives.
• Manage multiple projects from concept through completion, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Review and approve all creative deliverables, providing constructive feedback to improve quality and effectiveness.
• Coordinate with account managers, strategists, and production teams to ensure smooth execution of campaigns.
• Serve as a key point of contact for cross-functional internal clients during the creative process.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to clients, incorporating feedback as necessary.
• Ensure client expectations are met while maintaining creative integrity and quality.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior creatives, helping them grow their skills and careers.
• Foster a collaborative environment within the creative team, encouraging innovation and teamwork.
• Identify opportunities for team training and professional development.
• Collaborate with strategists and planners to develop creative solutions that are strategically sound.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies, integrating them into creative work when applicable.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a creative role (e.g., Art Director, Copywriter, or similar), with at least 5+ years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Proven experience in conceptualizing and delivering creative campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, print, and social media.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Marketing, Advertising, Graphic Design, or Communications (or equivalent experience).
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative leadership and successful campaigns.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and inspire a creative team while balancing client needs and creative vision.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Proficiency in relevant design and creative software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in an agency or fast-paced in-house creative environment.
• Familiarity with video production, motion graphics, or web development.
• Strong presentation skills and experience presenting to senior leadership and clients.