Creative Agency Associate Creative Director - Copywriter

Accenture; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and dynamic company is seeking an Associate Creative Director with a strong copy background to lead creative content projects. In this role, you will collaborate with integrated teams, manage junior creatives, and present compelling ideas to clients. Your expertise in copywriting and content strategy will be essential in driving impactful campaigns across various media. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for storytelling, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the creative industry.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of copywriting experience across various media.
• Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct content for diverse advertising projects.
• Manage and mentor junior creatives to ensure quality standards.
• Collaborate with teams on integrated marketing projects.

Skills

Copywriting

Content Strategy

Presentation Skills

Project Management

Creative Conceptualization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Creative Writing

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism

Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing

Bachelor’s Degree in English

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 a Copy 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 as a team lead, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver client solutions. You should be confident presenting in front of clients, partnering effectively, and skilled at conceptualizing, developing, and executing innovative ideas. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects across all media (print, email, site content, social campaigns, e-commerce) is essential.

The work:

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

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of copywriting 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.
• Excellent presentation/public speaking skills.
• Clear point of view on AI and the future of advertising.
• Natural storytelling skills.
• Experience with Telecomm, Media, and Technology (CMT) industry clients.
• Expertise in strategic brainstorming and campaign development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in scaled Agency of Record (AOR) engagements.
• Award-winning, industry-recognized work (e.g., OneShow, AD&D, Cannes, Webbys, Emmys, Effies, ADC).
• Fluency in social media platforms and trends.
• Experience using GenAI in workflows.

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