Art Director (Intermediate)

Mccann Erickson SA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advertising agency is seeking an Intermediate Art Director to drive conceptual development and execution. The ideal candidate will balance creativity with project management skills, showcasing a strong portfolio and 3+ years of experience. You'll engage clients through compelling presentations while ensuring high-quality deliverables that align with brand goals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as Art Director.
• Must have a portfolio demonstrating exceptional creativity.
• Experience in digital, direct, and social projects.

Responsibilities

• Present creative work and rationales to clients.
• Manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Execute creative aligned with brand's tone and objectives.

Skills

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Job description

Intermediate Art Director needed for conceptual development of unignorable and unorthodox ideas and the flawless execution of creative deliverables. Balancing creative thinking with interpersonal skills, this team will demonstrate an ability to justify concepts to both the client and the project team. They ensure their projects are smart, kickass and beautifully crafted.

What you will do…

• Regularly attend and participate fully in briefs, product group meetings and client presentations; attend client briefs and research as needed.
• Present creative work and creative rationales to product group and then to client for discussion and approval; compellingly and with an authoritative manner, building a positive working relationship with client contacts.
• Create persuasive art and copy that engages the target audience and follows the brand’s tone of voice.
• Execute creative using new and modern perspectives along with reliable production methods while keeping the client's existing graphic look, brand image, and goals in mind.
• Partner with Production to ensure the development of formats that achieve the strategic objectives outlined in the brief and maximize the use of the production budget.
• Manage multiple projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain quality and budget control throughout all aspects of the art, file prep and / or broadcast production process in conjunction with Production and Studio.
• Championing the client’s cause while balancing it with McCann’s objectives.
• Contribute to building a positive agency culture, building positive working relationships with other departments and clients.

Who you will be…

• Must be a team player.
• 3+ years of experience as Art Director.
• Must have a portfolio demonstrating exceptional creativity and the ability to create ideas that will motivate consumers.
• Knowledge and experience in performing on a variety of consumer, industrial, corporate and institutional communication assignments, across multiple mediums.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven experience developing progressive digital, direct and social projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop concepts relevant to the client’s objectives, and distinct in their presentation.

The Company

McCann Worldgroup Canada is committed to a diverse workforce as an Employment Equity employer (Women, People with Disabilities, Aboriginal Peoples, and Visible Minorities) and aims to maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require an accommodation, we would be happy to work with you to meet your needs.