Creative Agency Associate Creative Director - Copywriter

Accenture; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an Associate Creative Director with a strong background in copywriting. This dynamic role involves leading brand creative and content strategy projects, requiring a blend of independent and collaborative skills. You will manage and mentor junior creatives while driving innovative ideas across various media. The fast-paced environment demands excellent multitasking abilities and confidence in client presentations. Join a team where creativity meets technology, and make a significant impact on campaigns that resonate across a brand’s ecosystem.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of copywriting experience with a strong online portfolio.
• At least 3 years of agency or industry experience across all media.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on advertising and marketing projects with creative teams.
• Lead and direct content for various briefs across client communication.

Skills

Copywriting

Content Strategy

Presentation Skills

Multitasking

Collaboration

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 that span a brand’s ecosystem. This role requires someone who can work independently and as a team lead, collaborating on interdisciplinary client solutions. You should be confident presenting in front of clients, partnering effectively, and skilled at concepting, developing, and executing innovative ideas. The environment is fast-paced, requiring multitasking across multiple projects and all media (print, email, site content, social campaigns, ecommerce).

The work:

1. Collaborate with integrated creative teams on advertising and marketing projects
2. Lead, write, direct content for various 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 agency or equivalent industry experience across all media—including digital, social, film, longform 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 ability
• Experience with Telecomm, Media, and Technology (CMT) clients
• Expertise in strategic brainstorming and campaign development
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in scaled AOR engagements
• Portfolio with award-winning, industry-recognized work (OneShow, AD&D, Cannes, Webbys, Emmys, Effies, ADC)
• Fluency in social media platforms and trends
• Experience using GenAI in workflows

Additional Information:

Compensation varies based on location, role, skills, and experience. We accept applications continuously; no fixed deadline. Benefits information can be found here.