Lead Creative Director, Commerce & Shopper Art

wundermanthompson; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VML in New York City is seeking an Associate Creative Director (Art) to lead design-directed creative commerce for major CPG clients. You will work within the creative commerce team on a global WPP Unite model, collaborating across brand, strategy, social, and media to deliver end-to-end campaigns.

The role requires a strong design eye, leadership, and the ability to mentor colleagues while presenting compelling concepts to executives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of design experience in an agency or design environment.
• Online portfolio showcasing unmissable, strategic creative work.
• Solid understanding of CPС shopper marketing and retail environment.
• Demonstrated team leadership and mentoring experience.
• Strategic or creative strategy experience preferred.
• Strong presentation skills to sell complex creative concepts.
• Problem-solving: ability to navigate ambiguity and leverage AI effectively.

Responsibilities

• Concept and collaborate on creative commerce activation and campaigns across markets in North America.
• Provide a strong POV on design elements including hierarchy, typography, layout, and color.
• Guide explorations and concept boards with diverse insights for pitches.
• Adapt brand platform ideas into commerce tactics and toolkits for retailers.
• Champion a social-first approach to campaigns and stay ahead of platform trends.
• Mentor and inspire the creative team to deliver award-worthy work.
• Present big ideas in client-facing decks and refine under tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely deliverables.
• Anticipate client needs and risks, driving timely resolutions.
• Inspire clients and co-workers through collaborative, high-quality work.

Skills

Design

Leadership

Presentation

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Mentoring

Job description

VML in New York City is seeking an Associate Creative Director (Art) to lead design-directed creative commerce for major CPG clients. You will work within the creative commerce team on a global WPP Unite model, collaborating across brand, strategy, social, and media to deliver end-to-end campaigns.

The role requires a strong design eye, leadership, and the ability to mentor colleagues while presenting compelling concepts to executives.