Associate Creative Director

Liqvd Asia; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Liqvd Asia is seeking an Associate Creative Director to lead our design team and drive creative solutions across digital and integrated campaigns. You will mentor 8–10 designers and ensure brand consistency while delivering high-quality work that aligns with business goals.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in a creative design role, with a strong portfolio in branding, digital campaigns, and integrated marketing.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in a creative design role, preferably in digital/advertising
• Proven experience leading and managing a team of 8–10 designers
• Strong portfolio across branding, digital campaigns, social creatives, and integrated marketing
• Excellent typography, layout, color theory, branding, and visual storytelling
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma; knowledge of AI tools is a plus
• Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Lead the creative vision and execution across multiple brands and campaigns
• Conceptualize and develop innovative design solutions for digital, social, branding, and integrated campaigns
• Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of 8–10 designers and foster growth
• Review and provide feedback to ensure high-quality creative output
• Collaborate with Copywriters, Creative Directors, Strategy, Client Servicing, Motion, and Production teams
• Translate client briefs into compelling visual concepts and presentations
• Ensure brand consistency and high creative standards across deliverables
• Present ideas confidently to internal stakeholders and clients
• Stay updated with design trends, tools, and best practices
• Manage multiple projects with timely delivery and quality

Skills

8–10 yrs exp

Team leadership

Branding & digital

Typography

Layout

Branding

Visual storytelling

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Figma

AI tools

Conceptual thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Presentation

Stakeholder management

Fast-paced work

Tools

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Figma

Job description

We are looking for a highly creative and strategic Associate Creative Director to lead our design team and drive compelling creative solutions across digital and integrated campaigns. The ideal candidate is a strong design thinker with excellent leadership skills, capable of mentoring a team while delivering exceptional creative work that aligns with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creative vision and execution across multiple brands and campaigns.
• Conceptualize and develop innovative design solutions for digital, social, branding, and integrated marketing initiatives.
• Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of 8–10 designers, fostering creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on creative output to ensure high-quality execution.
• Collaborate closely with Copywriters, Creative Directors, Strategy, Client Servicing, Motion, and Production teams to deliver impactful campaigns.
• Translate client briefs into compelling visual concepts and creative presentations.
• Ensure brand consistency and maintain high creative standards across all deliverables.
• Present creative ideas confidently to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Stay updated with emerging design trends, tools, technologies, and industry best practices.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery and quality.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in a creative design role, preferably within a creative, digital, or advertising agency.
• Proven experience leading and managing a team of 8–10 designers.
• Strong portfolio showcasing branding, digital campaigns, social media creatives, and integrated marketing work.
• Excellent understanding of typography, layout, color theory, branding, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma. Knowledge of AI-powered creative tools is an added advantage.
• Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

What We're Looking For

• A creative leader who inspires teams and elevates the quality of work.
• Someone who balances strategic thinking with hands-on design expertise.
• A collaborative professional who thrives in a dynamic agency environment.
• A mentor who nurtures talent and drives a culture of creativity and innovation.
• A detail-oriented individual with a passion for delivering outstanding creative experiences.

Why Join Us?

• Work with leading brands across diverse industries.
• Lead and shape high-impact creative campaigns.
• Collaborate with a talented, passionate, and fast-paced team.
• Opportunity to influence creative direction and mentor future design leaders.
• Be part of an environment that values creativity, innovation, and continuous learning.