Associate Creative Director

Dalton; Atlanta (GA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Atlanta seeks an Associate Creative Director who can lead innovative campaigns across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in creative roles, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite. This role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and the ability to manage multiple projects while fostering a positive work culture.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in art direction, design, or related creative roles.
• Strong portfolio showcasing integrated campaign work.
• Experience leading photo and video shoots.

Responsibilities

• Lead the visual development of integrated campaigns.
• Provide mentorship and feedback to team members.
• Present concepts and final work to clients.

Skills

Creative leadership

Strong presentation skills

Collaborative energy

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design, advertising, fine arts or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Job description

Dalton is looking for an Associate Creative Director in Atlanta who can turn big ideas into powerful, attention-grabbing work. You’ll lead integrated campaigns across digital, social, video, experiential, and traditional channels while guiding a talented team and bringing strategy to life in bold, unexpected ways.

We want a creative thinker with strong craft, collaborative energy, and the leadership skills to inspire others. If you can dream it, sell it, and make it happen, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll do in the role:

• Lead the visual development of integrated campaigns across digital, social, video, print, and experiential platforms.
• Translate client business goals and brand strategy into bold, innovative creative concepts.
• Partner closely with copywriters, strategists, and account leads to shape campaign ideas from pitch to production.
• Provide clear creative direction, mentorship, and feedback to designers, editors, art directors, and freelancers.
• Ensure all creative output meets the agency’s standards for originality, craft, and effectiveness.
• Oversee photo and video shoots, including directing photographers, stylists, editors, and motion teams.
• Present concepts and final work persuasively to clients, articulating rationale and creative strategy.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing high-level vision with attention to detail.
• Stay ahead of design, tech, and cultural trends to bring fresh, modern ideas into the work.
• Foster a collaborative, positive, and inspiring creative culture within the team.
• Mentor and motivate team members, fostering growth and curiosity.

What you'll bring to the role:

• 8-10 years of experience in art direction, design, or related creative roles, preferably within an advertising or creative agency.
• Bachelor’s degree in design, advertising, fine arts, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Strong portfolio showcasing integrated campaign work across digital, social, video, experiential, and traditional channels.
• High-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma. Proficient in motion tools (After Effects, Premiere Pro) a plus.
• Proven ability to concept and execute big ideas that push creative boundaries while meeting client objectives.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate creative thinking to clients and internal teams.
• Collaborative leadership style with experience mentoring and inspiring junior creatives.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; comfortable juggling multiple clients, projects, and deadlines.
• Experience leading photo and video shoots, from pre-production through post.
• Must be located in commutable distance to Atlanta, Georgia
• You’ll be part of a culture that values curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
• You’ll gain the support of leaders who are invested in your growth and development.
• We work hard but we value fun, a sense of humor, and mutual support.

Dalton is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.