Associate Creative Director

About the Role

MWD Creative Agency is in search of an Associate Creative Director to spearhead the creative vision behind our most influential brand experiences from initial concept to final delivery. You'll craft the strategic and artistic groundwork for large-scale experiential campaigns, guiding cross-functional teams to produce culturally impactful, globally relevant, and visually outstanding work.

This role demands close collaboration with leadership and clients to conceive innovative ideas and strategic concepts for leading brands in beauty, fashion, and lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead creative concept development for extensive experiential campaigns, brand activations, and content-driven moments.
• Establish and communicate a clear creative vision ensuring cohesive alignment from strategy through to execution.
• Mentor and direct Art Directors, Designers, and 3D teams to enhance creative quality across projects.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to translate business goals into compelling creative initiatives.
• Manage the creation of pitch decks, presentations, and proposals, contributing significantly to business development efforts.
• Maintain consistency and high standards in all creative outputs, from concept to production and installation.
• Leverage a strong understanding of global culture, trends, and audience behaviors to guide creative direction.
• Encourage innovation and challenge teams to produce standout work within the experiential and creative sectors.

Candidate Profile

• Over 8 years’ experience within creative agencies or in-house teams, working on experiential, branding, or integrated campaigns.
• A robust portfolio showcasing conceptual creativity, leadership, and multidimensional storytelling across channels.
• Demonstrated capability to direct complex, multi-layered projects creatively.
• Confident in making presentations and engaging with clients and senior leadership.
• A keen design sensibility paired with a strong, distinctive creative perspective.
• Experience leading and mentoring creative teams effectively.
• Ability to balance holistic strategic vision with detailed-oriented execution.
• In-depth knowledge of culture, fashion, design, and worldwide creative trends.

Benefits and Perks

• Vacations: 2 weeks in the 1st year, increasing to 3 weeks for years 2-5, then 4+ weeks thereafter.
• Paid holidays: 10 recognized annually.
• Sick leave: Up to 3 paid days per year.
• Comprehensive company-paid group insurance coverage begins after a 90-day probationary period, with no monthly premiums for employees.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities with dedicated time for skill-building.
• Internal promotion opportunities prioritized within the company.
• Flexible dress code fostering a relaxed work environment.
• A culture encouraging collaboration and diverse ideas.
• Employee referral programs to support team growth.
• Full reimbursement for reasonable business travel expenses including meals, mileage, parking, tolls, and couriers.
• Regular events and community activities to foster team bonding.
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance, valuing downtime and vacation for employee wellness.

Additional Information

Join a pioneering team where innovation is not only encouraged but vital. Shape compelling experiences for some of the most influential brands worldwide. This is an exceptional opportunity to elevate your creative leadership career in experiential design.