Hybrid ACD Copy: Lead Bold Brand Narratives

twentysix; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Office in Toronto

Job summary

VML, part of WPP, seeks an Associate Creative Director (Copy) to lead award-worthy copy and brand storytelling for top clients, guiding narrative and campaign concepts.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a stellar portfolio, and strong presentation skills. It offers a hybrid work model with four in-office days per week in Toronto, Canada, and collaboration across production and strategy teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a copywriter/creative lead in an advertising agency or similar environment.
• A stellar portfolio showing conceptual thinking, strategic problem-solving, and crafted copy.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with adaptable tone.
• Deep familiarity with social media trends, platform-specific copywriting, and digital tech.
• Proficiency with Word processing software, Keynote, and PowerPoint.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple projects.
• Driven by creativity, innovation, and real-world impact.
• Outstanding presentation skills for senior-level clients.
• Constructive mindset for client and internal feedback.

Responsibilities

• Lead the translation of strategic direction into compelling, award-winning copy across broadcast, digital, and owned properties.
• Partner with art and strategy leads to develop and refine cohesive creative concepts.
• Provide inspiring narrative vision while meeting client needs and deadlines.
• Champion brand voice and ensure output drives measurable business impact.
• Drive research and ideation to inform and elevate creative work.
• Craft narratives for client pitches and lead presentations with stakeholders.
• Oversee production from script development to post-production and asset delivery.
• Collaborate with production, technology, and account teams to deliver assets.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous innovation.

Skills

Copywriting

Portfolio

Digital fluency

Collaboration

Agility

Presentation

Strategic thinking

Storytelling

Tools

PowerPoint

Keynote

Word processing

Microsoft Word

Job description

VML, part of WPP, seeks an Associate Creative Director (Copy) to lead award-worthy copy and brand storytelling for top clients, guiding narrative and campaign concepts.

The role requires 8+ years of experience, a stellar portfolio, and strong presentation skills. It offers a hybrid work model with four in-office days per week in Toronto, Canada, and collaboration across production and strategy teams.