Art Director

Who We Are

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

We are looking for an Art Director who is a thinker, problem solver and conceptual juggernaut. They are collaborative and flexible as they juggle multiple projects with ease with solid experience leading teams in delivering creative excellence and owns creative deliverables on projects from brief to final build.

What You'll Do

• Create and lead original communications concepts and ideas to meet clients' strategic business intent and objectives
• Collaborate with the wider creative team, driving art direction and design from start to end
• Lead and set standards with multiple approaches in multivariate/optimization efforts and generates original visual directions across integrated channels
• Work with Associate Creative Director(s) and Creative Director(s) to ensure maximum effectiveness of various concepts.
  
  

Who you are

• Atleast 2 years of experience as professional Art Director in a multimedia agency, advertising agency, or design studio.
• Strong portfolio that demonstrates excellence in campaign conceptualization and execution, showcasing mastery in layout, typography, illustration etc.
• Highly skilled in various design software and programs such as Illustrator, Photoshop and the like
• Proven ability to create amazing work and direct creative teams
• Possess a keen eye for detail and is able to communicate creative solutions with confidence, ease and clarity
• Understands the technical possibilities and limitations of Web development, with an emphasis on front-end development (CSS, HTML5, etc.)
• Strong understanding of information design and the topology of information for the web
• Creative, ever curious and an outgoing personality are a plus
  
  

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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