Associate Creative Director - Art & Creative Commerce

VML; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Passionate, driven people

Consciously cultivated culture

Competitive benefits

Growth-minded opportunities

Job summary

VML is seeking an Associate Creative Director (Art) to join our New York City team on global CPG client work. Expect leadership of visual concepts, brand and commerce activations, and cross-team collaboration across multiple markets.

Bring 7+ years of design experience, a strong portfolio, and proven leadership to mentor peers. This hybrid role offers opportunities to deliver award-worthy work and shape major campaigns.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of design experience in an agency or design environment.
• Strong online portfolio demonstrating strategic, design-led work.
• Solid knowledge of CPG shopper marketing and retail environments.
• Proven team leadership and mentoring ability.
• Strategic creative experience preferred.
• Strong presentation skills to sell complex concepts.
• Problem-solving mindset and adaptability, including AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Concept and collaborate on creative commerce activation across North America.
• Provide expert POV on design elements including typography, layout and color.
• Develop exploratory concept boards leveraging diverse insights to inspire fresh ideas on pitches.
• Adapt brand platform ideas into commerce tactics and toolkits for retailers.
• Champion a social-first approach to campaigns and platform innovations.
• Mentor and lead the creative team to deliver award-worthy work.
• Articulate big ideas in client pitches and refine under deadlines with attention to detail.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely deliverables.
• Anticipate team and client needs, manage risks, and drive resolution.
• Inspire clients and colleagues through collaboration and strong work.

Job description

VML is seeking an Associate Creative Director (Art) to join our New York City team on global CPG client work. Expect leadership of visual concepts, brand and commerce activations, and cross-team collaboration across multiple markets.

Bring 7+ years of design experience, a strong portfolio, and proven leadership to mentor peers. This hybrid role offers opportunities to deliver award-worthy work and shape major campaigns.