Creative Director

CAVARA Marketing & Advertising Agency; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing and advertising firm based in Ottawa is seeking a Creative Director to lead its creative team. This role involves developing and executing strategies, overseeing branding and art direction, and guiding projects from concept to completion. Candidates should have strong skills in creative direction, branding, and communication, along with a relevant bachelor's degree. This position is on-site in Ottawa and offers the opportunity to drive impactful campaigns.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, and Art Direction.
• Proven experience in Branding, Graphic Design, and Campaign Development.
• Experience in producing video ads and TVCs.
• Talent for writing slogans and crafting creative campaigns.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Ottawa, ON.
• Previous experience in a creative leadership role within an agency setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative team and develop creative strategies.
• Oversee branding and art direction for projects.
• Guide projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with clients and team members.

Skills

Creative Direction

Creative Strategy

Art Direction

Branding

Graphic Design

Campaign Development

Video Production

Writing Slogans

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Company Description

CAVARA is an Ottawa-based marketing & advertising agency dedicated to creating strategy-driven content. We help brands stand out with impactful video, social media, and digital campaigns that deliver results. Our goal is to craft memorable campaigns that resonate with audiences and drive measurable success. Join us to be part of an innovative team that values creativity and strategic thinking.

Role Description

This is a contract role for a Creative Director based on-site in Ottawa, ON. The Creative Director will lead the creative team, develop and execute creative strategies, oversee branding and art direction, and ensure cohesive and impactful visual designs. Daily tasks include providing creative direction, collaborating with clients and team members, and guiding projects from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, and Art Direction
• Proven experience in Branding, Graphic Design, and Campaign Development
• Experience in producing video ads and TVCs (television commercials)
• Talent for writing slogans and crafting creative campaigns
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work on-site in Ottawa, ON
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or related field
• Previous experience in a creative leadership role within an agency setting