Creative Agency Associate Creative Director - Art Direction

AECOM; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 73,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Associate Creative Director with an Art Direction background to lead creative brand projects across various media. The role involves collaborating with integrated teams, managing junior creatives, and contributing to new business development in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should possess extensive experience and a strong portfolio that reflects their conceptual abilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of art direction and/or design experience.
• Excellent online portfolio demonstrating craftsmanship.
• Experience in all media types within a creative agency.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on advertising and marketing projects.
• Lead and direct content for various briefs.
• Manage, mentor, and supervise junior creative teams.

Skills

Conceptual Thinking

Storytelling

Collaboration

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing, or English

Tools

GenAI tools like Adobe Firefly

Job description

We are:

Accenture Song is the world’s largest tech-powered creative group. We accelerate growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design; technology and experience platforms; creative, media and marketing strategy; and campaign, content and channel orchestration. With strong client relationships and deep industry expertise, we help our clients operate at the speed of culture through the unlimited potential of creativity, technology, and intelligence — both human and artificial. Visit us at: www.accenture.com/song

You are:

We seek an Associate Creative Director with an Art Direction background, experienced in leading brand creative, content creation, and content strategy projects, especially campaigns across a brand’s ecosystem. This role requires someone who can contribute individually and lead a team of creatives—including writers and designers. You will collaborate on interdisciplinary teams, deliver client solutions, and confidently present and develop innovative ideas. The environment is fast-paced, requiring multitasking across multiple media and adaptation to new tools and technologies such as genAI.

The work:

1. Collaborate with integrated creative teams on advertising and marketing projects
2. Lead and direct content for various briefs across the client’s communication ecosystem
3. Manage, mentor, and supervise junior creative teams, ensuring quality standards
4. Participate in new business development to grow the account
5. Structure, present, persuade, and defend concepts and executions in meetings

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of art direction and/or design experience
• At least 3 years in an agency or similar industry role across digital, social, film, longform content, and print
• Excellent online portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and craftsmanship
• Experience working within a creative agency or equivalent in all media types

Bonus points if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in creative writing, journalism, advertising, marketing, or English
• Experience with CMT industry clients
• Experience in scaled AOR engagements
• Award-winning, industry-recognized work (OneShow, AD&D, Cannes, Webbys, Emmys, Effies, ADC)
• Fluency in social media platforms and trends
• Experience using GenAI tools like Adobe Firefly in design and ideation
• Clear perspective on AI and advertising’s future
• Storytelling skills
• Ability to thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams
• Expertise in strategic brainstorming and campaign development
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills

Compensation varies based on numerous factors. We accept applications continuously; there is no fixed deadline. Benefits information is available here.

Role location and salary range vary by state, e.g., California: $73,800–$182,600. Details are provided in the job listing.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses. For accommodations or further information, contact us via provided links or phone numbers.