Associate Creative Director, Copy

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Illinois seeks an experienced campaign creative lead to design earned-first campaigns across social, digital, video and experiences. You will plan and execute integrated programs, translating concepts into actionable tactics while collaborating with account, strategy, and influencer teams.

A portfolio is required and will showcase big ideas and wins. The role demands strong project management, budget awareness, and a fast-paced, entrepreneurial spirit to deliver on client objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience managing day-to-day changes with a team-oriented, entrepreneurial spirit.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Advertising, or Graphic Design, or equivalent experience.
• Experience maintaining client contact and assisting with budget and schedule development.
• Ability to prioritize and manage work while adhering to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional-level mastery of industry-standard design software and tools, including the full suite of Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Production experience in art direction and design for video, digital, and social platforms.
• Experience in influencer and/or community management is a plus.
• Portfolio required; applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
• Proven track record of big ideas and big wins.
• Experience with 360 campaigns and an earned-first mindset.
• Fluency in TikTok, Instagram, apps, and niche internet subcultures.

Responsibilities

• Concept and plan execution of integrated campaigns and programs across social, digital, video, experiences, and content.
• Create and design earned-first, social-by-design campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches.
• Collaborate with account, strategy, project management, and influencer specialties.
• Develop tactics that bring creative concepts to life and achieve program objectives.
• Manage multiple jobs simultaneously and direct other team members as needed.
• Coordinate project schedules and production with project managers and production partners.
• Prepare and present client creative presentations and drive client approval.
• Work with vendors and internal colleagues to complete projects within timeframe and budget.

Skills

Integrated Campaigns

Adobe CC Mastery

Art Direction

Client Relationships

Influencer Management

Campaign Execution

Creative Concepts

Project Management

Budgeting

Video Production

Social Media Strategy

Portfolio Development

Team Orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts / Advertising / Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Social Media Platforms

Project Management Tools

Production Software

Job description

• Concept and plan execution of integrated campaigns and programs across social, digital, video, experiences, and content
• Create and design earned-first, social-by-design campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches
• Collaborate with account, strategy, project management, and influencer specialties
• Develop tactics that bring creative concepts to life and achieve program objectives
• Manage multiple jobs simultaneously and direct other team members as needed
• Coordinate project schedules and production with project managers and production partners
• Prepare and present client creative presentations and drive client approval
• Work with vendors and internal colleagues to complete projects within timeframe and budget

Requirements

• At least 6 years' experience managing day-to-day changes at every level of detail and handling them with a team-oriented, entrepreneurial spirit
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Fine Arts, Advertising, or Graphic Design, or equivalent experience
• Experience maintaining client contact and assisting with budget and schedule development
• Ability to prioritize and manage work while adhering to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional-level mastery of industry-standard design software and tools, including the full suite of Adobe Creative Cloud
• Production experience in art direction and design for video, digital, and social platforms
• Experience in influencer and/or community management is a plus
• Portfolio required; applications without a portfolio will not be considered
• Proven track record of big ideas and big wins
• Experience with 360 campaigns and an earned-first mindset
• Fluency in TikTok, Instagram, apps, and niche internet subcultures

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing integrated campaigns across social, digital, and video platforms, with a strong focus on creative concept development and client collaboration. Proficient in utilizing industry-standard design software to deliver impactful projects on time and within budget.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Integrated Campaign Management
• Adobe Creative Cloud Mastery
• Art Direction and Design Production
• Client Relationship Management
• Influencer and Community Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Campaign Execution
• Creative Concept Development
• Project Management
• Budget Development
• Art Direction
• Design for Digital Platforms
• Video Production
• Social Media Strategy
• Client Presentation Skills
• Portfolio Development

Soft Skills

• Team-Oriented
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Prioritization
• Adaptability
• Collaboration

Industry Keywords

• 360 Campaigns
• Earned-First Mindset
• Influencer ManagementNiche Internet Subcultures
• Fast-Paced Environment

Tools & Technologies

• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Social Media Platforms
• Project Management Tools
• Production Software