Creative Director, Art

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$100K/yr – $230K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 3 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own and lead high level concepting and art direction for TV, film, and brand campaigns, guiding work from idea to final frame while partnering with strategy, account, and production teams.

  • Own every TV brief from concept to final frame
  • Drive bold visual thinking in new business pitches

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute high-level concepting and art direction, with a primary focus on TV, film, and brand campaigns
  • Actively make and produce work — rolling up your sleeves alongside a team of doers to bring ideas to life
  • Own every TV brief that comes through — from first idea to final frame
  • Partner with strategy, account, and production teams to align creative with client objectives
  • Drive new business pitches with bold, fresh visual thinking
  • Help build and elevate the team's capabilities in broadcast and film as the department grows
  • Sustain a high-output culture that still prioritizes balance and wellbeing

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in art direction and creative leadership in an agency setting
  • A portfolio with significant TV, film, branding, and integrated campaign work
  • Exceptional conceptual thinking paired with strong hands-on execution
  • Proven ability to present and sell creative work to clients, especially in high-stakes new business scenarios
  • Deep understanding of the broadcast and video production process
  • A genuine passion for the craft and a desire to mentor and elevate the talent around you

Benefits

  • We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details.
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Creative Director, Art

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