ACD, EXPERIENTIAL

THE·TEAM provides representation and marketing services to talent, brands, and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Our brands and properties group partners with iconic brands and rights holders to turn relevance into revenue through integrated strategy, consulting, creative, live experiences, and commercialization. We help clients understand, connect to, and inspire global audiences by building meaningful relationships that drive measurable business outcomes. Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music, and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas, and influence.

About the role

We’re a diverse creative group crafting award-winning experiences in partnership with an exciting portfolio of sports, lifestyle, and entertainment clients. We’re seeking an Associate Creative Director to join our fast-growing team. This role is full-time, permanent, and hybrid (3x/week from our Dumbo, NY office).

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day charge on a variety of projects to ensure creative aligns with the brief and is strategically executed from kickoff to client presentations.
• Collaborate with supporting creatives to build strong working relationships and elevate their skills.
• Work with clients to craft concepts and strategies that push their brands forward while staying current with industry trends.
• Help develop the look and feel of ideas and maintain design and quality control.
• Maintain positive relationships with interdepartmental teams and clients.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and partner agencies.
• Anticipate project challenges and proactively address them.
• Stay informed about clients, current, and upcoming projects.
• Foster a trusting and communicative relationship with the creative team.
• Demonstrate regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, dependability, and promptness.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant experience, with 2+ years in experiential, social, and digital channels.
• Strong design and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Generative A.I. tools.
• Understanding of print production.
• Ability to work in PowerPoint, Keynote, and Office Suite.
• Prior experience or knowledge in sports, music, and entertainment is beneficial.
• Proactive ability to think strategically and creatively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively.

Pay

Base salary range: $120,000–$135,000, plus bonus potential if applicable. Actual base salary depends on factors including market dynamics, location, experience, specialized skills, level of responsibility, and budgetary considerations.