Associate Creative Director, Writing Job at VSA Partners (Chicago)

Associate Creative Director

We are seeking an Associate Creative Director (Concept & Copy), Campaigns to lea...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

155000.00 - 172640.00 USD / Hour

Cella

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in creative writing, advertising, communications, or related field
Exceptional portfolio featuring big campaign ideas across full funnel TV/Video, social, digital, experiential & print-conceptual and innovative thinking
Proficiency in industry-standard creative tools and software including the Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Slides, Slack and Figma
Clearly articulates vision and provides contextual feedback
Organized with diligent follow-through on every task
Excellent written, communication and presentation skills
10+ years of professional agency-side copywriting experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or management role
A standout portfolio showcasing big campaign thinking across full-funnel channels-TV/video, social, digital, experiential, and print
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to inspire teams and guide both internal and external partners

Job Responsibility

Concept, create, and execute fully integrated 360 campaigns across all owned and paid channels
Work cross-functionally with marketing, operations, integrated strategy, and external agency teams to ensure cohesion across every touchpoint
Build trust and strong partnerships within a large, matrixed organization
Develop high-impact creative leadership and marketing pitch decks to align stakeholders and set teams up for success
Mentor and guide mid- and junior-level creatives, supporting their craft and growth
Demonstrate self-direction, strong critical thinking, and the ability to streamline processes to help the team work smarter and faster
Keep projects on-brief, on-brand, and moving forward by anticipating challenges and managing feedback effectively
Stay current on culture, consumer behavior, industry trends, and emerging technologies to inform creative decisions and maintain a competitive creative edge
Uphold a high bar for creative excellence from concept through final execution
Attend and oversee production shoots as needed

What we offer

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for career growth within a major, fast-moving organization
A collaborative, dynamic, and high-visibility environment where creativity has real impact
The chance to help shape a world-class in-house creative agency and bring bold ideas to a massive audience
medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan

Associate Creative Director, Copy

We are looking for an Associate Creative Director (Copy) who is a master of lang...

Location

United States , Cary; New York; Philadelphia

Salary:

125000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Inizio Evoke

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master of language, storytelling, and strategic communication
Passionate about translating complex scientific and medical information into compelling narratives
Excel at developing writers to deliver impactful, high-quality content
Proven ability to craft impactful and compliant messaging across multiple channels
Inspiring leader and mentor, passionate about fostering talent and guiding teams
Strategic thinker, who understands how copy influences brand positioning, engagement, and behavior change
Highly skilled in adapting tone and voice, writing across various audiences, including healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers
Meticulous editor, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with regulatory and brand guidelines
Collaborative partner, who enjoys working with designers, strategists, and account leads
Continuous learner, staying updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices

Job Responsibility

Be the brand voice expert, ensuring consistency and effectiveness across all written materials
Mentor a team of Copywriters and Senior Copywriters, developing their writing skills and strategic thinking
Create and refine messaging strategies, creating compelling and approvable copy that aligns with brand positioning and market insights
Collaborate closely with Art, Strategy, and Medical teams, integrating copy seamlessly with visual storytelling
Oversee the development of messaging platforms, ensuring consistency across digital, print, social, and video
Navigate and apply regulatory requirements, ensuring all copy is compliant while maintaining creative excellence
Present and defend creative work to clients, regulatory teams, and internal stakeholders
Stay ahead of industry trends, continuously evolving brand messaging to remain relevant and engaging

What we offer

Fully remote work environment
Competitive compensation
Company-paid medical
Company-paid dental
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible time off

Associate Design Director

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sets creative direction throughout all phases of project work from discovery to launch and beyond with ongoing optimization
Acts as a creative lead for one or more accounts, managing multiple tracks of work across a variety of teams
Works internally and with clients to develop the strategy, experience concepts and establish the overarching design direction for the experience
Produces compelling and highly usable experience solutions in response to client needs
Communicates and represents creative vision and execution with client partners
Continually develops processes to inspire, innovate, and harness new ways of thinking
Inspires and leads by example, setting professional standards for the team and the department
Actively trains, mentors, and manages junior to mid-level creatives and designers.
Responsible for managing and guiding junior to mid-level creatives’ careers within AKQA (including regular one-on-one check-ins), writing and delivering annual performance reviews, and taking responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding them through a successful tenure at AKQA
Creatively participates in new business pitches – i.e. responsible for ideas and creative work, and competently presents pitches

Associate Design Director

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sets creative direction throughout all phases of project work from discovery to launch and beyond with ongoing optimization
Acts as a creative lead for one or more accounts, managing multiple tracks of work across a variety of teams
Works internally and with clients to develop the strategy, experience concepts and establish the overarching design direction for the experience
Produces compelling and highly usable experience solutions in response to client needs
Communicates and represents creative vision and execution with client partners
Continually develops processes to inspire, innovate, and harness new ways of thinking
Inspires and leads by example, setting professional standards for the team and the department
Actively trains, mentors, and manages junior to mid-level creatives and designers
Responsible for managing and guiding junior to mid-level creatives’ careers within AKQA (including regular one-on-one check-ins), writing and delivering annual performance reviews, and taking responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding them through a successful tenure at AKQA
Creatively participates in new business pitches – i.e. responsible for ideas and creative work, and competently presents pitches

Associate Design Director

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 7 years’ experience in the creative industry
Native or fluent Japanese reading and speaking ability is essential
All candidates must possess a portfolio showcasing a comprehensive understanding of how their creative disciplines comes to life
Demonstrated creative success in leading collaborative cross disciplinary teams
A solid understanding of the marketing industry at large
Experience in, and enthusiasm for, creating digital platforms and products from brief to delivery and beyond
Experience in side-by-side collaboration with UX and development teams and leaders
Strong working knowledge of user interface, application, mobile and responsive design
Exceptional communication skills: Verbal, written, interpersonal and inter-departmental
Superb professionalism and mature presence in all aspects of the job

Job Responsibility

Sets creative direction throughout all phases of project work from discovery to launch and beyond with ongoing optimization
Acts as a creative lead for one or more accounts, managing multiple tracks of work across a variety of teams
Works internally and with clients to develop the strategy, experience concepts and establish the overarching design direction for the experience
Produces compelling and highly usable experience solutions in response to client needs
Communicates and represents creative vision and execution with client partners
Continually develops processes to inspire, innovate, and harness new ways of thinking
Inspires and leads by example, setting professional standards for the team and the department
Actively trains, mentors, and manages junior to mid-level creatives and designers
Responsible for managing and guiding junior to mid-level creatives’ careers within AKQA (including regular one-on-one check-ins), writing and delivering annual performance reviews, and taking responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding them through a successful tenure at AKQA
Creatively participates in new business pitches – i.e. responsible for ideas and creative work, and competently presents pitches

Associate Strategy Director

As our newest Associate Director on the Strategy team, you connect things. You c...

Location

United States , Kansas City; New York

Salary:

Not provided

BarkleyOKRP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Sample work will be requested in the interview process
Exhibit high-level writing and presentation skills
Must demonstrate deep experience in insight and research practices
Excellent reasoning ability: Ability to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make creative leaps
Bachelor’s degree is preferred
7+ years of direct work experience in the creative strategy field preferred

Job Responsibility

Contributes to best-practice solutions for the overall strategic process at BarkleyOKRP
Leads and participates in strategy development for clients and new business
Responsible for generating actionable strategic idea, in any brand engagement
Contributes to best-practice solutions for the overall strategic process at BarkleyOKRP, may begin to manage / mentor Strategists
Becomes an invaluable resource for clients in terms of overall strategic guidance
Writes and presents micro and macro-level creative briefs for all initiatives
Lead integrated idea teams in idea sessions and workshops
Recommends and manages research that will aid in the consumer insight-gathering and strategic process
Monitors and interprets cultural and social trends relevant to client business
Presents insights/implications/opportunities in client and new business

Associate Director, Media Planning & Buying

Execute innovative marketing strategy through a diverse channel mix, for leading...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Blue State

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6-8 years experience in a hands-on paid media planning and buying role using a mix of digital channels (Social, Search, Display, Video, Audio, etc)
Demonstrated experience translating client business goals into cohesive media strategies and specific KPIs, and a record executing campaigns that delivered on those goals
Experience working with non-profits, with fundraising and/or income objectives within paid media campaigns
Ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects on time, within budget, and meet performance goals
High proficiency with digital advertising platforms — demonstrated mastery of paid social, paid search, and/or programmatic trading — as well as Google Analytics and other measurement platforms
Exceptional attention to detail, especially with regards to campaign setup and trafficking, QA, and reporting
Ability to adapt to new situations, solve problems on the fly, and communicate with those around you
A shared passion and curiosity for delivering change, including comfort with ambiguity, a restlessness that resists the status quo, and a commitment to quality

Job Responsibility

Translate clients’ strategic visions into media objectives and KPIs to accomplish a wide range of client objectives including direct response (lead gen and fundraising), awareness, persuasion, and advocacy
Analyse ongoing and historical performance data to identify opportunities for improvement, make strategic recommendations, and generate reporting and insights to drive optimisation
Have a strong POV on measurement, attribution, and conversion tracking, and apply that knowledge to strategic recommendations and ongoing campaign management
Participate in (and frequently lead) client-facing interactions — be the subject-matter expert for the platforms you manage
Plan, build, manage, and optimise media campaigns across multiple platforms, and oversee others in the team across multiple accounts to ensure media buying is efficient, effective and compliant
Work collaboratively with other internal or external teams, including media planners, strategists, account directors, designers, and analysts, to produce campaigns, creative ideas, audience and target recommendations, and experimental designs
Be an internal and external thought leader and help keep us up to date with the latest digital media trends by maintaining relationships with media partners, and engaging in media R&D projects, writing blog posts, and participating on panels

What we offer

Unlimited time off (inclusive of sick, personal and vacation days)
$1,250 annual in professional development funds (local equivalent)
Fully subsidised health and dental insurance for employees (subject to tax)
Generous pension match via salary sacrifice
Generous paid holiday schedule
Parental leave policy for up to 32.5 week of coverage at full pay, inclusive of all genders and supporting a range of family structures
Group Income Protection (GIP)
Group Life Assurance (GLA)
Optional holiday travel insurance
Pre-tax season ticket loans

Fulltime

Associate Strategy Director

Strategy Director Strategists at AKQA make our client’s business their business....

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in a relevant strategy role within a creative agency or consultancy environment
Generalist strategist with significant experience in products, platforms, and data, complemented by strong experience or a keen interest in brand, marketing, and communications strategy
Insatiable curiosity and can observe and identify patterns, trends, and insights, turning research and data into effectiveness and performance
Lateral and creative thinker with the ability to make complex topics simple, and a passion for creativity, innovation, and compelling experiences
A robust understanding of user journeys, product ecosystems, and how to drive innovative solutions throughout the product lifecycle
Strong understanding of how business, brands, and consumers interact, and how technology is impacting their lives
Familiarity with the design, application, and analysis of a wide range of quantitative and qualitative research
Passionate about collaboration, open-minded, and experienced in working with people from diverse cultures
Understand the big picture and have a sharp attention to detail, while always striving for best-in-class work

Job Responsibility

Understand the client’s audiences, objectives, and priorities, and lead the definition of solutions to meet these needs
Execute research to distil and design insight that drives forward creative solutions to client brief objectives
Provide strategic direction for product design, digital platform development, and user experience, as well as brand, marketing, and communications initiatives, identifying key value propositions, user needs, and business value
Develop strategies that define the vision and roadmap for digital products and platforms, ensuring market differentiation and clear user value
Develop comprehensive strategies that detail tactics across the entire customer experience, encompassing brand communications, product lifecycle, and user journeys, translating strategic recommendations into actionable campaigns, product features, services, and experiences
Craft compelling narratives in presentations and to sell your work to clients, ensuring alignment of client objectives to strategic imperatives
Co-create closely with creative, experience, and technology teams to develop effective and performant solutions
Identify key opportunities to drive client value, satisfaction, and growth
Plan and lead client workshops and research sessions
Write briefs that provide clarity for creativity and collaborate to refine, align, and shape them into effective solutions

What we offer

We provide an extensive range of benefits

Associate Creative Director, Writing

VSA Partners

Location:
United States , Chicago

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Job Posted:
January 21, 2026

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