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Associate Design Director

At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and scien...

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 Design Director

At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and scien...

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 and how they applied their thinking, including conceptual and executional (art direction, user experience and UI design) contribute to a finished product
Demonstrated creative success in leading collaborative cross disciplinary teams
A solid understanding of the marketing industry at large
an ability and a desire to adapt to the changing landscape of technology
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

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 Design Director

At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and scien...

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 and how they applied their thinking, including conceptual and executional (art direction, user experience and UI design) contribute to a finished product
Demonstrated creative success in leading collaborative cross disciplinary teams
A solid understanding of the marketing industry at large
an ability and a desire to adapt to the changing landscape of technology
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

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 Design Director

At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and scien...

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

Hook is seeking a hands-on Associate Design Director to join one of our west coa...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Hook

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience working in an advertising agency and/or recognized brand
Demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship in design, with experience working on design solutions for brand development
Have outstanding communication and presentation skills
Be a master of Photoshop and Illustrator, fluent in Figma, as well as emerging interactive design trends (knowledge of AI image gen tools, Prototyping, Webflow, After Effects and Blender or Cinema 4d a plus)
Have an enthusiasm for team leadership and mentorship
Must have an interest in eventually growing into a people manager

Job Responsibility

Demonstrate a working mastery of visual design and brand systems
Execute and manage original, persuasive, conceptual and visually compelling design work with an expertise in layout, typography, and brand identity design
Lead projects with a focus on complex brand campaigns and storytelling through motion design
Inspire and provide mentorship to design staff
Fluently speak the language of design with both clients and creatives enabling effective feedback and direction
Demonstrate emotional intelligence in all meetings and communications
Work closely with internal staff to ensure design work exceeds client expectations
Maintain and promote an internal awareness of industry design references and standards
Cultivate a sense of ownership that elevates the standards and quality of all work
Partner with motion leads to streamline processes

What we offer

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

Fulltime

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

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

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