Associate Creative Director, Copy

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. At Edelman, we believe brands have the responsibility to reflect and move culture. We advocate for ideas based on real insights and sound strategic opportunities, then challenge ourselves to bring them to life with creative that speaks to people, not at them. Founded 68 years ago as a public relations firm, we’ve evolved into a perennial award-winning creative agency. Our number one goal is building ideas that earn attention on their own merits and inspire sharing.

About the role

We are looking for an Associate Creative Director who can concept, craft, and produce creative ideas across multiple accounts and projects. You must be self-motivated, detailed, and dedicated to bringing in ideas that are earned-centric and social by design. You will be client-facing and collaborate with a cross-capability team to sell in work that solves real business problems. This is not a plug-and-play role—we shape our ideas around the story we want to tell, not the media plan. What we sell shifts with every brief: one day it's a reactive TikTok idea, the next it's a 360 campaign with PR, influencer, digital, and brand film components. We’re looking for sharp thinkers and culture junkies who thrive in creative chaos.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with an Associate Creative Director, Art, and at the direction of creative leadership to concept and plan execution of integrated campaigns and programs across a wide range of media and platforms, especially social, digital, video, experiences, and content.
• Create and design campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches that are earned-first and social by design.
• Work in concert with a wide range of specialties including account, strategy, project management, and influencer.
• Develop tactics which bring creative concepts to life and achieve program objectives.
• Manage multiple jobs simultaneously; manage and provide direction to other team members as needed.
• Work closely with a project manager and production partners to schedule projects and coordinate production.
• Prepare and present client creative presentations; drive client approval process.
• Work effectively with external vendors and internal colleagues to complete projects within timeframe and budget.

Requirements

• At least 6 years' experience managing day-to-day changes at every level of detail with a team-oriented, entrepreneurial spirit.
• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in Fine Arts, Advertising, or Graphic Design, or equivalent experience.
• Social-first thinker fluent in TikTok, Instagram, apps we’ve never heard of, and niche internet subcultures.
• Strategic and collaborative, with a proven track record of big ideas and big wins.
• Experienced in 360 campaigns with an earned-first mindset.
• Obsessed with making smart, standout, award-winning work.
• Ego-free, self-starting, and deeply team-oriented.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining client contact as needed and assisting with budget and schedule development.
• Ability to prioritize and manage work, adhering to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional-level mastery of industry-standard design software and tools, including the full suite of Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Production experience in art direction and design for video, digital, and social platforms.
• Experience in influencer and/or community management a plus.
• Pride in your previous work and the ability to speak to it clearly and concisely during the interview process.

Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.

Pay

$86,000–$138,000 a year. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Travel assistance
• Wellness programing
• Annual bonuses

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.