Associate Creative Director

WHO WE ARE:

We think too much marketing isn’t us. It’s mass markets, not audiences of one. Homogenous groups to be targeted, not individuals to be inspired. Segments to reach, not people with their own ideas and ambitions. It’s one size fits all. And it’s dull.

When it comes to individuals, we’re fierce. We stand up for individuality. We speak up against bland, broad-brush generalizations. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individual’s needs, beliefs, behaviors, and aspirations. And we commit to doing this in every aspect of our work for clients and their users.

We actively foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the agency’s vision. And most importantly, we value every individual’s wellbeing.

We are Fiercely Individual.

HOW WE DO IT:

At RAPP, we are fiercely focused on the individual and how we can create value from every individual’s experience with a brand. We do this across three capability areas: customer-centric consulting, creativity that inspires action, and customer experience management.

Our data analysts know who that person is. Our strategists understand what is needed. And our award-winning technologists and creatives know how to get it to them.

RAPP is an integral part of Omnicom’s Precision Marketing Group, comprising 4,000 creatives, technologists, strategists, and data marketing scientists across 40 global markets.

YOUR ROLE:

As part of the creative team on the Army account and as the Associate Creative Director (Art), this position works closely with strategy and business teams to generate and execute content marketing concepts for a variety of media. The ACD is also responsible for managing the day-to-day creative activities and pushing boundaries of creative excellence that reflect the brand character of Army.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the guidance and supervision of the visual creation of a campaign with a strong focus on digital
• Help generate breakthrough ideas and constantly strive for new and better solutions
• Coordinates the execution and completion of a campaign with art directors, copywriters, production, and developers
• Manage production workflow and team resourcing within budget and timing constraints
• Show understanding of client’s marketing needs and consumer attitudes
• Work collaboratively with partners from other agencies, departments, including strategy and business teams
• Lead, develop, mentor, and inspire a team of writers and designers

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong organizational, analytical, time management, and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent presenting the work to clients, other agencies, and teams
• Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of experience in an agency setting 
• Fantastic portfolio of case studies with proven success that demonstrates creative thinking across marketing channels 
• Eye for concept development and executions  
• Superior knowledge of design tools, programs, trends, and technologies 
• Hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Suite and emerging design software such as Figma
• Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly as business factors shift 
• Ability to think strategically, creatively, and holistically about client opportunities
• Has a passion for doing great creative work

BONUS SKILLS:

• Worked in CRM
• Interest in military/history a plus

Our hybrid work model:

RAPP's current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we'd like. 

RAPP provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, and personal days and positive activism days, paid parental leave and disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $130,000 - $160,000. This range is specific to Chicago and multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience and training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

“As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.”

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.