Associate Creative Director, Copy

Berkeley, CA (On-site)

$130K/yr – $150K/yrMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own the copy creative voice and campaign storytelling from concept through execution, partnering with art direction to deliver across digital, print, video, and experiential work.

  • Copy strategy and scriptwriting for multi‑medium campaigns that inspire clients and teams.
  • Collaborate with writers and design leads to turn ideas into cohesive, provocative headlines and campaigns.
  • Guide storytelling with a self starting, collaborative mindset to solve client challenges.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • As an ACD you will consistently deliver sound strategic thinking and powerful creative content.
  • Create and pitch compelling and effective advertising campaigns for all mediums: digital, print, video, experiential, etc.
  • Apply conceptual thinking and creativity to help solve complex business challenges.
  • Write scripts, compelling copy and tight, provocative headlines.
  • Bring a fresh, inquisitive attitude to every assignment, that reflects a passion for building brands and pride in your abilities as a creative thinker.
  • Work in partnership with an ACD Art Direction/Design and at the direction of creative leadership to help drive campaigns and programs from concept through execution.
  • Join forces with our stellar team of creatives, strategists and producers.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of proven agency experience.
  • Excellent writing and storytelling skills: the ability to develop and drive ideas that inspire clients and creative teams.
  • A portfolio that shows good solid campaign work—in multiple media.
  • Ability to collaborate with and guide team of writers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • A self-starter with a strong worth ethic: willing to work hard, collaborate with colleagues and look for ways to solve challenges.

Preferred

Benefits

  • This role will work in partnership with an ACD Art Direction and Design, please note if you are applying with a partner.
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John McNeil Studio

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John McNeil Studio is a creative studio with a wide range of capabilities, including production, motion and image, technology, design and innovations to name a few. We help companies make the most of their communications through implementing our belief that everything is a chance to build a brand.We think. We collaborate. We make. We measure. All under one roof.Notable Awards Won:2018:Campaign US I&C Award IAA – BrilliAAnt Use of Data and AnalyticsBMA B2 Award – Social Media Program or Campaign2017:Silver Pentaward – Packaging, Other MarketsAmerican Web Design Award – Graphic Design2016: Silver ADDY Award, 2k at 15GDUSA Graphic Design Award – PackagingPrevious Awards:BtoB Magazine Awards – Best In ShowBtoB Magazine Awards – Best Integrated CampaignGraphis Advertising Annual 2012 – Gold AwardW3 Awards – Gold Awards in Visual Effects/Motion Graphics and Non-Profit Website

Founded in 2009
Berkeley, California, USA
59 employees (36 in marketing)
44% recommend to a friend
59% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
19%
Direct
62.2%
Referral
5.3%
Social
12.3%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~59

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
7 (12% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2