Associate Creative Director Job at AKQA (Tokyo)

Associate Creative Director

Coffee ’n Clothes is looking for an Associate Creative Director with an experien...

Location

United States , Calabasas

Salary:

Not provided

CNC Agency (Coffee 'n Clothes)

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5–8+ years of experience in a creative role within an experiential, advertising, or brand agency setting
Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptually-driven, visually refined work across live and digital platforms
Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams and collaborate across departments
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Strong understanding of branding, storytelling, and visual design principles
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and presentation tools (Keynote, Google Slides)
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with the Creative Director to lead concept development and creative strategy
Translate client briefs into innovative and brand-right creative ideas
Create and present decks, moodboards, and design directions for client-facing and internal use
Lead and mentor a team of designers, freelancers, and copywriters throughout all phases of creative development
Partner with production, strategy, and client services to align creative with feasibility, timing, and scope
Maintain high standards for creativity, execution, and brand integrity across all touchpoints
Participate in key meetings and presentations, clearly communicating creative thinking and rationale
Contribute hands-on to pitch decks, visual design, and storytelling when needed

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, Design

We're looking for a creative sergeant with a contagious love for problem-solving...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

Not provided

BarkleyOKRP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Portfolio must show significant conceptual social/digital work
4+ Years of experience
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, adhering to timelines in a fast-paced environment with high client expectations
Excellent time management, organizational and communication skills
Collaborative and works well with others, while still taking independent initiative
Passionate, positive, and solution-oriented

Job Responsibility

Client communication plan and campaign objectives are met
Creative work is outstanding and on strategy
Work is on target, on time, and within budget
Account management morale on the account is positive, related to the creative relationship
Client and agency management express confidence in leadership abilities
Wise, responsible decision-making ability
Contribute to the culture and build team camaraderie toward an open, honest, judgment-free environment where team members feel valued and empowered
Push for brilliant and unfamiliar concepts that make clients uncomfortable (in a good way). Consistently deliver what they want, just in a way they didn’t expect it
Keep up-to-date on what is trending and implement it relevantly into the work
Mentor more junior members of the team

Fulltime

Associate Creative Director

As an Associate Creative Director, you will be expected to go beyond the brief—d...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deliver and inspire award-winning work from both yourself and others who work with you, influencing where appropriate a dramatic change through ideas, creativity and the use of interactive media
Lead, direct and manage a cross-disciplinary and culturally diverse set of talents, both internal and external to AKQA to deliver successful solutions and high-quality works to clients on time
Create ground-breaking work that positively impacts our clients, our teams and the world
Foster and line-manage creatives that are eager to grow their craft in art direction, copywriting or design
Learn new skills and stay abreast of technical and digital design developments, and successfully apply them to work practices to help improve processes and procedures
Work with other AKQA network creatives collaboratively on joint initiatives
Work closely with the strategy teams to shape briefs that empower our teams to deliver work that pushes our client's brand to the forefront of their global audience's minds
Extensive hands-on experience in client work within Japan, with the ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients in both Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Contributes to strategic development of a well-defined creative brief and any additional briefing documents, speaking with the client directly when necessary
Listens to and responds to a brief, understanding where/if there are gaps
Knows what questions to ask during the briefing session in order to act upon it
Understands how to respond to a brief
Leads by example to consistently inspire creative colleagues to originate world- class, pioneering ideas that conceptualize world-class solutions
Generates useful, usable ideas across all existing and emerging digital platforms
Continually develops practices and processes to inspire, innovate and harness new ways of thinking
Creatively leads new business pitches
Responsible for crisp ideas and creative workflow
effective and dynamic storyteller for oral pitch presentation

Associate Creative Director

AKQA is a creative agency that transforms strategic insights into beautiful conc...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deliver and inspire award-winning work from both yourself and others who work with you, influencing where appropriate a dramatic change through ideas, creativity and the use of interactive media
Lead, direct and manage a cross-disciplinary and culturally diverse set of talents, both internal and external to AKQA to deliver successful solutions and high-quality works to clients on time
Create ground-breaking work that positively impacts our clients, our teams and the world
Foster and line-manage creatives that are eager to grow their craft in art direction, copywriting or design
Learn new skills and stay abreast of technical and digital design developments, and successfully apply them to work practices to help improve processes and procedures
Work with other AKQA network creatives collaboratively on joint initiatives
Work closely with the strategy teams to shape briefs that empower our teams to deliver work that pushes our client's brand to the forefront of their global audience's minds
Extensive hands-on experience in client work within Japan, with the ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients in both Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Contributes to strategic development of a well-defined creative brief and any additional briefing documents, speaking with the client directly when necessary
Listens to and responds to a brief, understanding where/if there are gaps
Knows what questions to ask during the briefing session in order to act upon it
Understands how to respond to a brief
Leads by example to consistently inspire creative colleagues to originate world- class, pioneering ideas that conceptualize world-class solutions
Generates useful, usable ideas across all existing and emerging digital platforms
Continually develops practices and processes to inspire, innovate and harness new ways of thinking
Creatively leads new business pitches
Responsible for crisp ideas and creative workflow
effective and dynamic storyteller for oral pitch presentation

Associate Creative Director

AKQA is a creative agency that transforms strategic insights into beautiful conc...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

AKQA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deliver and inspire award-winning work from both yourself and others who work with you, influencing where appropriate a dramatic change through ideas, creativity and the use of interactive media
Lead, direct and manage a cross-disciplinary and culturally diverse set of talents, both internal and external to AKQA to deliver successful solutions and high-quality works to clients on time
Create ground-breaking work that positively impacts our clients, our teams and the world
Foster and line-manage creatives that are eager to grow their craft in art direction, copywriting or design
Learn new skills and stay abreast of technical and digital design developments, and successfully apply them to work practices to help improve processes and procedures
Work with other AKQA network creatives collaboratively on joint initiatives
Work closely with the strategy teams to shape briefs that empower our teams to deliver work that pushes our client's brand to the forefront of their global audience's minds
Extensive hands-on experience in client work within Japan, with the ability to communicate effectively with both team members and clients in both Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Contributes to strategic development of a well-defined creative brief and any additional briefing documents, speaking with the client directly when necessary
Listens to and responds to a brief, understanding where/if there are gaps
Knows what questions to ask during the briefing session in order to act upon it
Understands how to respond to a brief
Leads by example to consistently inspire creative colleagues to originate world- class, pioneering ideas that conceptualize world-class solutions
Generates useful, usable ideas across all existing and emerging digital platforms
Continually develops practices and processes to inspire, innovate and harness new ways of thinking
Creatively leads new business pitches
Responsible for crisp ideas and creative workflow
effective and dynamic storyteller for oral pitch presentation

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 Creative Director, Art

An Associate Creative Director, Art solves marketing challenges, and must be pro...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Hook

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of creative agency or production company experience working toward the creation and development of successful ad campaigns
2+ years of leadership experience directly managing individuals or teams
Hands-on design experience is a must
Ability to work around Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Willingness to travel occasionally for video shoots and other events (estimated at less than 10% of the year)
Overnight travel may be expected

Job Responsibility

Lead the development of insightfully driven creative concepts and their production
Establish and maintain positive relationships with all relevant client contacts
Work closely with Design and Motion teams to create optimal processes
Be a clear and effective communicator to the team and trusted partner to the production team
Partner with an ACD, Copy and create inspiring work
Lead the development and presentation of pitch materials for all major and complex campaigns
Ensure the highest possible quality of all strategic, creative, and design deliverables
Elevate overall work quality by setting increasingly high standards
Maintain a positive relationship with Art, Copywriting, Motion and Production staff
Mentor and support junior creative staff

What we offer

health, dental, matching 401k, paid vacation and holidays

Fulltime

Associate Creative Director

AKQA

Location:
Japan , Tokyo

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January 14, 2026

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