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 consumers.

We actively foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual difference 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 and marketing scientists across 40 global markets.

YOUR ROLE:

Rapp is seeking a Associate Creative Director- Copy for our agency. You are a strong conceptual thinker who knows how to bring a story to life across digital channels and user journeys. You’re comfortable pushing the boundaries of creative excellence while keeping an eye on delivering required results. You know how to partner with cross-disciplinary teams and direct a group of creatives across every phase of the development from ideation to implementation. You take ownership of an account but may also parachute into different projects/accounts that need an additional creative vision.

This position requires the ACD, Copy to have DTC (direct-to- consumer) healthcare experience. 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ideate and execute creative concepts across digital channels.
• Constantly strive for newer, better, more innovative solutions.
• Adept at serving as a “right hand” to the creative director.
• Ability to partner with different account managers to adapt brands.
• Manage team workflow efficiently and take responsibility for delivery on time within budget.
• Embrace and evolve the brand voice for multiple accounts.
• Work collaboratively with creatives and cross-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to sell work internally and to clients.
• Work with a variety of formats and materials to bring the concept to life.
• Collaborate with Strategy to achieve the best solutions for assignments
• Work closely with Art, Account Management, Editorial, and Project Management departments to ensure that deadlines are met within budget
• Stay current with changes in technology and demonstrate technical competence.
• Execution excellence.
• Clear and articulate team communication and relationship building.
• Demonstrate an informed and thoughtful POV.
• Proactively track trends in business and marketplace relevant to client business
• Work with CD to address performance, workflow, and quality issues and help develop long-range plans for the creative brands
• Be aware of and familiar with medical and scientific information that pertains to the Client’s brands
• Function autonomously on a day-to-day basis; but involve CD as needed
• Demonstrate to clients that you understand their products and marketing challenges and are responsive to the strategic and creative needs 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years experience in advertising/marketing environment.
• 3+ years of management experience.
• CRM experience a plus
• Must have mobile
• Experience in both digital and traditional mediums (social media experience mandatory.)
• Must have a strong portfolio of produced work.
• Must demonstrate a strong ability to write in multiple voices and styles
• Ability to set priorities while handling multiple projects and to delegate work appropriately
• Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Creative Suite software and awareness of new technologies or vendor partners that can amplify creative work

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 $125,000-$155,000. This range is specific to NYC 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.