Associate Creative Director

OverviewJoin to apply for the Associate Creative Director role at INSIDE IDEAS GROUP LTD. Established in 2004, Inside Ideas Group is a rapidly growing global agency network that helps clients drive their businesses forward from the Inside. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences. As a part of The Brandtech Group, we are at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.Role: Associate Creative DirectorLocation: Chicago, IL (hybrid position, in office 2-3 days a week)About the role: Work with one of our largest on-site teams dedicated to multinational alcohol and beverage brands. We’re looking for a creative that’s also a maker – one that will concept and is ready to grab a camera and go create content. This role will join a team of account people, strategists, designers, writers and producers to create social, print, video, digital content and more.We are seeking an Associate Creative Director (Art) with a strong foundation in Art Direction and integrated marketing campaign experience. The ideal candidate is highly conceptual, visually driven, and strategic, taking projects from brief to completion. Providing new ideas and creativity, while leading the work in crafting compelling brand narratives across multiple touchpoints. You’ll also be comfortable pushing boundaries and thinking conceptually about new initiatives.This role is based in Chicago as a hybrid position, requiring in office 2-3 days a week.What you will be doingLead the development of integrated campaigns across digital, social, print, experiential, and traditional media.Provide art direction and creative vision, ensuring cohesive storytelling and impactful design.Partner closely with the creative and strategy teams to conceptualize groundbreaking ideas that drive engagement and deliver results.Oversee and mentor designers and junior creatives, fostering a culture of inspiration and excellence.Collaborate with copywriters and marketing professionals to ensure messaging and visuals align seamlessly.Present and pitch creative concepts to clients, advocating for bold and innovative solutions.Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and cultural movements to keep our work fresh and relevant.Maintain high standards of creative excellence while balancing business objectives.Create and manage scalable design systems and components to drive consistency and effectiveness across mediums.Effectively manage workloads within agreed timelines.What you need to be great in this role7+ years of experience in advertising, with a strong background in Art Direction.Demonstrated ability to develop and lead integrated marketing campaigns.Exceptional conceptual thinking and visual storytelling skills.Full working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.Experience presenting and selling creative ideas to clients.A portfolio showcasing a range of impactful, multi-channel campaigns.Strong interpersonal skillsExcellent illustration skillsManaging art pipelines working to tight deadlinesA thorough understanding of photography, typography and printingAbility to adapt your art styleThe ability to take projects from concept to completion, with a history of translating strategic thinking into compelling, visual ideas.Deep knowledge and production experience with integrated and digital campaigns.Brilliant communication skills and the ability to work well within a teamMust be over 21 years oldBase salary information can vary by location and factors such as responsibility and experience; this range is one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package.Req ID: 14845Our values shape everything we do: Be Ambitious to succeed, Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible, Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work, Be always learning and listening to understand, Be Results-focused to exceed expectations, Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations.Inside Ideas Group, part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.Inside Ideas Group has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.Be Ambitious, Be Imaginative, Be Inspirational, Be always learning and listening, Be Results-focused, Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist. #J-18808-Ljbffr