Associate Creative Director, Art

VML; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full spectrum group health coverage

Generous 401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

A global creative agency is seeking an Associate Creative Director (Art) to lead the visual identity for a fitness and athleisure brand. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in a creative advertising agency, demonstrating strong conceptual thinking and the ability to manage multiple projects. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Apply now to join an inclusive and collaborative culture committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in a creative advertising agency.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking and versatility.
• Strong knowledge of multichannel retail storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead visual concepting and execution of integrated brand campaigns.
• Direct photo and video shoots ensuring consistency.
• Collaborate with creative leads and social managers.

Skills

Conceptual thinking

Versatility across channels

Time-management

Cultural awareness

Job description

Associate Creative Director, Art – VML

Overview

Join VML, a growth partner blending creative agency, consultancy, and technology with Wunderman Thompson. We have 30,000+ employees and 150+ offices worldwide, delivering end‑to‑end solutions across communications, commerce, and data. We seek an Associate Creative Director (Art) to lead the visual identity for a dynamic fitness and athleisure brand.

Responsibilities

• Think big ideas and create unique experiences across channels.
• Ensure creative work meets brand standards and performance goals.
• Lead visual concepting and execution of integrated brand campaigns—including seasonal stories, product drops, retail activations, and social‑first content.
• Direct photo and video shoots, ensuring consistency in lighting, composition, styling, and brand tone.
• Maintain a cohesive, modern and elevated visual identity across digital, retail and experiential touchpoints.
• Regularly connect with clients to build partnerships and trust.
• Collaborate with creative leads, copywriters, strategists, producers and social managers to bring ideas to life.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years experience in a creative advertising agency.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking and versatility across digital, social, traditional and e‑commerce channels.
• Strong knowledge of multichannel retail storytelling.
• Ability to handle high‑volume environment with rapid turnaround times and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent time‑management and strong work ethic.
• Passionate about culture, lifestyle, brand devotion, trends and the evolving social landscape.
• Interest in movement, wellness and the cultural conversations shaping fitness and athleisure.
• Experience with retail, activewear, fashion or lifestyle brands is a plus.

Benefits

• Collaborative culture of people who produce extraordinary work.
• Inclusive environment that encourages creative bravery.
• Competitive benefits: full spectrum group health coverage, generous 401(k) match, paid time off.
• Growth opportunities with real‑time feedback, training, and learning across VML and WPP.

Base salary: $75,000—$180,000 USD. Compensation varies by location, responsibilities and qualifications.

Hybrid work model: average of four days in office per week. Accommodations and flexibility can be discussed during interview.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect where everyone feels belonging and has equal opportunities.

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