Creative Director

McCann Worldgroup; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Creative Director to lead innovative projects that resonate with authenticity and impact. This role requires a sophisticated visual problem solver with a passion for excellence, capable of building strong client relationships and inspiring multidisciplinary teams. You'll develop compelling visual ideas and ensure high-quality deliverables that align with brand strategies. Join a diverse and dynamic workplace where your creativity can flourish and contribute to meaningful conversations that matter to clients. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the advertising world, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 9-13 years of experience in advertising and marketing.
• Proven experience on brand-level projects across multiple markets.
• Exceptional ability to create visually stunning work.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling visual ideas with the creative team.
• Collaborate to concept fresh, culturally relevant visual ideas.
• Mentor junior talents and contribute to business development.

Skills

Visual Problem Solving

Leadership

Visual Storytelling

Communication Skills

Cultural Awareness

Job description

The Creative Director is the driving force behind every project! We’re seeking a sophisticated visual problem solver with a flair for innovative solutions. If you thrive on ambition, strive for excellence, and integrate digital and experiential elements seamlessly, this is your opportunity. You'll build strong client relationships, navigating them through the creative journey from concept to delivery, while inspiring and leading multidisciplinary teams. Our commitment to "Truth Well Told" ensures every piece of work resonates with authenticity and impact.

HOW TO SUCCEED IN THE ROLE

BUILD BUSINESS

• Direct briefs and develop compelling visual ideas with your creative team, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet client expectations.
• Develop and execute ideas and visual assets that align with a brand’s tone, identity, and overall strategy, including social content, influencer activations, and broader campaign work.
• Collaborate with the creative team to concept fresh, culturally relevant visual ideas that work across platforms and formats.
• Provide strong conceptual and strategic direction, ensuring the work stays true to the brand's essence and reflects "Truth Well Told."
• Work closely with the ECD and/or CCO to maintain creative excellence as the agency's core value.
• Keep up-to-date with new technologies, cultural trends, and social developments to provide clients with innovative and impactful ideas.
• Ensure efficient and timely delivery of creative requirements, supporting agency business through pitches.

BUILD PROFILE

• Produce high-profile, award-winning work that enhances the agency’s reputation and attracts new clients.
• Build on the agency's reputation as a catalyst for meaningful conversations that matter to clients.
• Work and present ideas effectively to internal teams and clients.
• Contribute to profile-building initiatives that position our agency as a leader in the business of creativity.

BUILD PEOPLE

• Play a key role in evolving the creative department, mentoring junior talents, and contributing to business development with visionary concepts.
• Collaborate with traffic, accounts, strategy, and project teams to align resources, timelines, and creative solutions.

WHO YOU ARE

• 9-13 years of experience in the advertising and marketing industry.
• Proven experience working on brand-level projects across multiple markets.
• History of international award recognition.
• Exceptional ability to create visually stunning, idea-driven work.
• A pulse on social platforms, creator culture, and emerging content formats—with the ability to turn insights into creative action.
• Strong leadership skills in mentoring junior creatives.
• Excellent visual storytelling and presentation skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

WHO WE ARE

McCann is a leading global marketing agency that leverages the power of creativity, the beauty of data, and the magic of technology to nurture, encourage and sustain strong relationships between brands and their customers – in turn, creating meaningful experiences for people, while driving business results.

We employ the most innovative talent in the industry to drive the transformation of our clients’ businesses and provide creative solutions to help brands grow meaningful relationships with people.

We love our diverse workplace! We are an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.