Creative Director Job at AKQA (New York)

Creative Director

AKQA

Location:
United States , New York

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

125000.00 - 295000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

At AKQA, we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients. Creatives at AKQA apply artistry and craftsmanship to strategic insight to create and bring to life beautiful ideas that move the world. Skilled storytellers and conceptors, they work in a multidisciplinary environment to develop labors of love that delight customers and deliver results for clients. AKQA offers teams the opportunity to produce innovative work that moves companies, and their communities forward. All disciplines collaborate to find the best solution while delivering each aspect to the highest standard. From products and services to imaginative storytelling, our shared vision is to create experiences that drive progress and results. We are fortunate to partner with forward-thinking clients, including Verizon, IBM, Mayo Clinic, HSS, Volvo, and Campari.

Requirements:

Directs the effort to develop creative concepts and implementations in a cross-disciplinary manner
Works with planners and strategists to establish strategic and creative approaches for a given assignment
Sets creative direction and strategic guidance throughout the duration of client team projects
Displays a cohesive understanding, and Ability to execute Innovative + Effective Design with a robust strategic creative vision
Continually develops and inspires colleagues to innovate and harness new ways of thinking
Deep knowledge of current AI technology and platforms, understanding how to leverage AI for internal process efficiency and effectiveness, and how it can enhance customer experiences across digital channels
Sets the Tone for professional standards for the team and the department
Inspires and leads by example, Evangelizes and represents AKQA externally through various leadership opportunities, conferences, speaking and writing engagements
Leads and manages 10 – 15+ creatives on an on-going basis
Adept at managing multiple design teams and diverse streams of work concurrently
Able to delegate work effectively, avoiding micromanagement
Acts as a Career Manager, guiding creatives of all levels within AKQA, including regular one-on-one check-in’s, writing and delivering annual performance reviews and takes responsibility for on-boarding new employees and guiding him/her through a successful tenure at AKQA
Actively promotes the creative growth and development of their team members
Works in conjunction with the Client Services team to actively build a strong relationship with a given client
Contributes significantly in growing breadth of business with existing clients, fostering excellent client collaboration
Creatively leads new business pitches
Is responsible for the ideas and the creative work, and articulating a compelling story
Exhibit superior knowledge and extensive leadership experience in building and managing scalable white-label design systems within Figma
Expertly design and facilitate highly effective workshops – from strategic ideation and problem-solving sessions to client co-creation – ensuring clear objectives, fostering collaborative engagement, and driving actionable, innovative outcomes
An excellent portfolio
A minimum of 12 years’ experience in the creative industry
Strong track record for managing $10 – 20MM of business per year
Exceptional communication skills: verbal, written, interpersonal and inter-departmental
Thoughtful leadership
a strong point of view
ability to contribute to strategic development of an
Strong ability and experience in leading, directing and managing a group of cross-disciplinary teams
Dynamic Presenter
Understanding of digital media as well as the marketing industry at large
an ability and a desire to adapt to the changing landscape of technology
Act as a creative partner for other cross-department relationships such as with Strategy and account
Ability to establish and maintain strong, dynamic client relationships
Track record of winning pitches and awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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