Associate Creative Director

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary creative point of contact for client-facing projects and campaigns, translating business goals into creative briefs and leading presentations to manage feedback and expectations.
• Manages team performance, workload distribution, and development plans..
• Creative Leadership & Mentorship
• Directing creative teams: Overseeing the daily workflow of art directors, designers, production artists to ensure concepts are executed to a high standard.
• Mentoring talent: Providing constructive feedback, identifying growth opportunities for junior and mid-level creatives, and helping them overcome creative blocks.
• Concept Development & Execution
• Driving the big idea: Leading brainstorming sessions and developing high-level concepts for campaigns, brand identities, or product launches.
• Hands-on creation: Have the ability to create quick mockups, and be able to jump in design if needed.
• Maintaining brand standards: Ensuring all output aligns with the client’s brand guidelines, tone of voice, and visual identity.
• Client & Stakeholder Management

Requirements

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree - Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in creative services is required, with at least two years of supervisory experience.
• Solid understanding of marketing and advertising principles.
• Proven ability to translate client needs into creative solutions.
• Leadership skills that inspire collaboration and accountability.
• Strong problem-solving and prioritization abilities.
• Strong foundation in design, copywriting, or creative production processes.
• Attention to detail and commitment to brand standards.
• Ability to manage priorities and allocate resources effectively.
• Must-Haves (Non-Negotiables): Adobe Creative Suite, Powerpoint

Preferred

• Figma
• Motion Graphics
• AI (Gemini, Midjourney, etc)

Benefits

• RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.