Art Director (Social Specialist)

OLIVER Agency; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in London is seeking an experienced Art Director to drive innovative campaigns and brand storytelling. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of advertising agency experience, advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, and a proactive approach to using AI in their creative work. You'll collaborate with a copywriter and lead visual storytelling across various platforms. Join us to push boundaries and create impactful work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in advertising agencies with integrated campaigns.
• Strong ability to think conceptually and craft ideas.
• Experience using AI in creative processes is desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop big, conceptual ideas across brand platforms.
• Collaborate with a copywriter for insight-driven work.
• Lead visual storytelling across multiple formats.

Skills

Conceptual thinking

Art direction experience

Communication skills

Creativity

Resilience

Adaptability

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Motion tools

Job description

Overview

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role

Role: Art Director

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

About the role

We’re looking for an Art Director who can think as well as craft—someone who understands brand storytelling and knows how to make ideas thrive across platforms. You’ll work on new business pitches and a diverse mix of clients, flexing between brand platforms, social-first activations, and integrated campaigns.

You’ll need to be culturally plugged-in and understand that social isn’t just a cut-down of a TV spot—it’s where ideas start and grow.

We want someone who’s already explored AI in their creative process and is excited to go further. You’ll get hands-on training with our cutting-edge AI tools—helping you push boundaries and elevate what’s possible.

What you will be doing

• Develop big, conceptual ideas that work across brand platforms, social, and integrated campaigns.
• Collaborate with a conceptual copywriter to craft culturally relevant, insight-driven work.
• Lead visual storytelling that connects across multiple formats and channels.
• Bring fresh thinking to new business pitches and help win exciting accounts.
• Adapt seamlessly to different clients, industries, and tones of voice.
• Use AI tools to enhance ideation and execution—and learn advanced techniques with our training.

What you need to be great in this role

• A strong conceptual thinker with proven art direction experience.
• 7+ years’ experience working in advertising agencies, with a track record on integrated campaigns.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with motion tools.
• Previous experience using AI in creative work—and enthusiasm to master new tools.
• Curious, collaborative, and hands-on—you roll up your sleeves and get involved.
• You approach every brief—big or small—with the same energy and creativity.
• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment, with a hunger to learn and push boundaries.

Req ID: 15267

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Our values

Be Ambitious to succeed

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible

Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work

Be always learning and listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.