M+C Saatchi SSK
Creative Director, Art
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About The Role We are seeking an experienced Creative Director (Art Focus) to lead the visual identity and design excellence across all client work. This role is ideal for a visionary art director who has grown into a leadership position but still has the passion and hands‑on skill to concept, design, and execute campaign assets when needed.
Responsibilities
Define and elevate the agency’s design and visual standards across all channels, from broadcast to digital, social, experiential, and OOH.
Set the visual direction for campaigns and guide teams in developing striking, brand‑right creative.
Balance oversight with execution—ensuring flawless design delivery while stepping in to concept or execute when needed.
Oversee concept development, mood boards, style frames, layouts, and final design delivery.
Personally contribute to design, typography, photography direction, illustration, and motion/UX design as needed.
Push for visual innovation while maintaining brand integrity and consistency across all touchpoints.
Confidently present creative and design concepts, articulating the rationale behind visual choices.
Build trust with clients by listening to their needs and showing how strong design solutions can meet business objectives.
Partner with copywriters to develop holistic, visually driven ideas.
Work closely with strategy to ensure design solutions are rooted in insights and consumer truths.
Collaborate with production partners, photographers, illustrators, animators, and developers to bring ideas to life with craft and polish.
Mentor art directors, designers, and junior talent—pushing them creatively and professionally.
Foster a design‑driven culture that prizes craft, curiosity, and collaboration.
About You 10+ years of agency experience with a proven track record in art direction, design, and visual storytelling. At least 3+ years in a Creative Director, Associate Creative Director, or senior art leadership role. Strong portfolio showcasing award‑winning design and integrated campaigns. Hands‑on mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (and/or other design tools); familiarity with motion, UX/UI, and emerging tech is a plus. Strong presentation and communication skills—able to sell creative ideas with clarity and passion. Proven experience leading and growing creative teams.
You’re Good At
Elevated Standard Bearer: Demonstrate an unyielding obsession with world‑class work that drives cultural relevance and business results, refusing to settle for merely "good enough" ideas.
Visionary Storyteller: Convey a mindset that sees campaigns as comprehensive narratives across channels, articulating a clear, inspiring creative vision that junior creatives can follow and execute against.
Constructive Provocateur: Show the attitude to fearlessly challenge conventional thinking (clients, account teams, or even agency leadership) in pursuit of the best creative solution, while maintaining professional respect.
Talent Amplifier: Highlight a management style focused on mentorship, protection, and developing creative talent, inspiring teams to reach beyond their perceived capabilities and fostering a diverse, ego‑free creative culture.
Audience Empath: Express a deep curiosity about human behavior and culture, demonstrating the ability to translate complex strategic insights into simple, emotionally resonant, and impactful creative concepts.
What You’ll Get We offer a competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $200,000 based on experience, a comprehensive employer‑subsidized benefits package including group medical, dental, and vision coverage, HSAs, 401(k) with company match, employee wellness, commuter benefits, generous PTO, and volunteer days. No work‑visa sponsorship is available.
About M+C Saatchi Group M+C Saatchi SSK is part of M+C Saatchi Group, committed to creating a company that values difference with an inclusive culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate, celebrates diversity, and bases hiring on merit. We provide reasonable adjustments during selection if required. All employee information is kept confidential pursuant to GDPR. M+C Saatchi Group was founded in 1995 and is the largest independent creative agency group in the world, founded on Brutal Simplicity.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Advertising Services
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About The Role We are seeking an experienced Creative Director (Art Focus) to lead the visual identity and design excellence across all client work. This role is ideal for a visionary art director who has grown into a leadership position but still has the passion and hands‑on skill to concept, design, and execute campaign assets when needed.
Responsibilities
Define and elevate the agency’s design and visual standards across all channels, from broadcast to digital, social, experiential, and OOH.
Set the visual direction for campaigns and guide teams in developing striking, brand‑right creative.
Balance oversight with execution—ensuring flawless design delivery while stepping in to concept or execute when needed.
Oversee concept development, mood boards, style frames, layouts, and final design delivery.
Personally contribute to design, typography, photography direction, illustration, and motion/UX design as needed.
Push for visual innovation while maintaining brand integrity and consistency across all touchpoints.
Confidently present creative and design concepts, articulating the rationale behind visual choices.
Build trust with clients by listening to their needs and showing how strong design solutions can meet business objectives.
Partner with copywriters to develop holistic, visually driven ideas.
Work closely with strategy to ensure design solutions are rooted in insights and consumer truths.
Collaborate with production partners, photographers, illustrators, animators, and developers to bring ideas to life with craft and polish.
Mentor art directors, designers, and junior talent—pushing them creatively and professionally.
Foster a design‑driven culture that prizes craft, curiosity, and collaboration.
About You 10+ years of agency experience with a proven track record in art direction, design, and visual storytelling. At least 3+ years in a Creative Director, Associate Creative Director, or senior art leadership role. Strong portfolio showcasing award‑winning design and integrated campaigns. Hands‑on mastery of Adobe Creative Suite (and/or other design tools); familiarity with motion, UX/UI, and emerging tech is a plus. Strong presentation and communication skills—able to sell creative ideas with clarity and passion. Proven experience leading and growing creative teams.
You’re Good At
Elevated Standard Bearer: Demonstrate an unyielding obsession with world‑class work that drives cultural relevance and business results, refusing to settle for merely "good enough" ideas.
Visionary Storyteller: Convey a mindset that sees campaigns as comprehensive narratives across channels, articulating a clear, inspiring creative vision that junior creatives can follow and execute against.
Constructive Provocateur: Show the attitude to fearlessly challenge conventional thinking (clients, account teams, or even agency leadership) in pursuit of the best creative solution, while maintaining professional respect.
Talent Amplifier: Highlight a management style focused on mentorship, protection, and developing creative talent, inspiring teams to reach beyond their perceived capabilities and fostering a diverse, ego‑free creative culture.
Audience Empath: Express a deep curiosity about human behavior and culture, demonstrating the ability to translate complex strategic insights into simple, emotionally resonant, and impactful creative concepts.
What You’ll Get We offer a competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $200,000 based on experience, a comprehensive employer‑subsidized benefits package including group medical, dental, and vision coverage, HSAs, 401(k) with company match, employee wellness, commuter benefits, generous PTO, and volunteer days. No work‑visa sponsorship is available.
About M+C Saatchi Group M+C Saatchi SSK is part of M+C Saatchi Group, committed to creating a company that values difference with an inclusive culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate, celebrates diversity, and bases hiring on merit. We provide reasonable adjustments during selection if required. All employee information is kept confidential pursuant to GDPR. M+C Saatchi Group was founded in 1995 and is the largest independent creative agency group in the world, founded on Brutal Simplicity.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Advertising Services
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