Creative Agency Associate Creative Director - Art Direction

AECOM; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM, a leading global firm, seeks an Associate Creative Director to lead their creative teams in producing compelling content and brand campaigns. This role calls for an experienced individual capable of working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards for creativity and strategy. You will direct projects from concept to execution and ensure alignment with client objectives. Ideal candidates possess over seven years of relevant experience and a robust portfolio demonstrating their capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in art direction/design.
• 3+ years in agency/media industry experience.
• Strong online portfolio required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on advertising and marketing projects.
• Lead content direction for briefs.
• Manage and mentor junior creatives.

Skills

Art Direction

Content Creation

Team Leadership

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in creative writing, journalism, advertising, marketing, or English

Tools

GenAI tools (e.g., 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 work independently and lead a team of creatives—including writers and designers. You will collaborate on interdisciplinary teams delivering client solutions, confidently present ideas, partner with clients, and execute innovative concepts. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and adapt to new tools and technologies like genAI is essential.

The work:

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

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of art direction and/or design experience.
• At least 3 years of agency or equivalent industry experience across all media—including digital, social, film, long-form content, and print.
• Excellent online portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and craftsmanship.

Bonus points if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in creative writing, journalism, advertising, marketing, or English.
• Experience with Telecomm, Media, and Technology (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 (e.g., Adobe Firefly) in an art direction capacity.
• Clear point of view on AI and advertising’s future.
• Strong storytelling skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Expertise in strategic brainstorming and campaign development.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.

Compensation varies based on factors like location, role, and experience. We accept applications continuously. Benefits information is available here.

Role locations and salary ranges vary by state, e.g., California: $73,800 - $182,600, Colorado: $73,800 - $157,800, etc.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. For more details, visit our policies linked above. If you require accommodations during the hiring process, contact us at 1 [phone] or via our contact page.

Applicants must have work authorization in the US. Current employees of clients or affiliated businesses may not be eligible. Disclosures about criminal records and pay discussions are in place as per legal requirements.