Associate Creative Director - Design

• Lead a portfolio of clients creatively, driving excellence in visual and design disciplines.

• Develop and execute innovative creative strategies that align with client goals and brand standards.

• Manage the creative process from concept to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

• Present creative concepts and designs to clients, effectively communicating the rationale behind design choices.

• Stay informed on industry trends and advancements, incorporating fresh ideas into creative work.

• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous learning.

• Act as a trusted adviser to clients, selling the value of creativity and looking for opportunities to increase creative work and cross-sell group services.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in a design-related field is preferred, but a strong portfolio is mandatory.

• Proven experience as an ACD, Senior Designer, or Art Director.

• Exceptional design skills with expertise in design software (such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).

• Strong leadership and team management abilities, with experience guiding creative talent.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts and strategies.

• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• A passion for marketing and a deep understanding of how visual design contributes to successful brand storytelling and customer engagement.

• B2B experience is preferred, but not essential. But you do need to understand how to sell expensive, complicated products to groups of people.

• Any video editing or motion graphics experience or skills are welcome.

• The Product: The ACD is expected to lead creatively, drive excellence in a specific skill set, create strong links with other business areas, and constantly innovate and improve methodology, output, and offer.

• The Team: The ACD sets clear expectations for the team, leads by example to produce high-quality creative work, and holds the team accountable for the quality of its output.

• The Attitude: The ACD should be easy to work with, commercially aware, and act as a trusted adviser to clients, selling the value of creativity.

• The Impact: The ACD helps make creativity a key pillar of clients’ marketing strategies, ensures consistent delivery of high-quality creative work, builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, and has a deep understanding of client’s needs and tensions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance: Health is a priority worth investing in. We empower every employee to take charge of their health by providing comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance so they can perform at their best ability.

• Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) – healthcare, dependent care, and transit available: We are committed to saving you money as we provide high-quality healthcare that is as flexible and diverse as our team.

• 4% 401(k) contribution with no vesting period: We are invested in our employee’s careers. Each individual has the opportunity to build a future for themselves through a 401k, and we see that as a success for the company as well.

• Plentiful paid time off: Each employee has the freedom to choose how long they want to be away from work. We recommend at least 20 days of PTO, so employees can fully rest and avoid burnout.

• Sick leave (15 days annually): Illnesses are taken seriously at The Marketing Practice. We provide 15 days of sick leave so employees can take their time to make a full recovery before returning to work.

• Holiday shutdown (December 26th - 29th): As the whole company shuts down for a few days, you can celebrate the holidays with loved ones.

• Parental leave:

• Primary caregiver: 12 weeks full pay and then 12 weeks 50% pay

• Secondary caregiver: 12 weeks full pay

• Access to Unmind: Our well-being platform, including access to therapists and coaches

• Employer-funded life, AD&D & disability insurance: The Marketing Practice offers all employees life and AD&D insurance and makes sure you and your loved ones are protected in times of need.

• Company getaways: Whether it is a local office holiday party or a full-blown international trip, we believe in bonding through quality time spent together as a team.