Senior Art Director, Ogilvy Health

About the role

At Ogilvy Health, Senior Art Directors require minimal supervision as they take ownership of multiple projects simultaneously. The Senior AD has a fully matured mastery of design principles and brings a unique perspective to their work. These individuals are comfortable and effective when presenting to internal and external audiences. Senior ADs enjoy increasing success at bringing winning conceptual ideas to the table. The level of trust among team members has reached new heights and you comfortably take on more assignments knowing that you can produce outstanding work that’s on time and within budgets. You have enough experience to know what the work entails and can effectively negotiate hours/timing before projects commence. Senior art directors more routinely participate in client meetings, effectively representing the work and winning the respect of clients.

Responsibilities

• Can be relied upon for conceptual thinking, strategic alignment and work that reflects the brand personality and adheres to creative brief.
• Understand the big picture as well as the minute details of a project.
• Actively participate in creative reviews and effectively sell work and accept/adapt work based on constructive feedback.
• Raise hand when additional support is needed or when available to help others.
• Manage multiple projects seamlessly.

Requirements

• 4 years of art direction experience within the advertising industry.
• Ability to produce outstanding work that’s on time and within budgets.
• Consistent track record of developing strong visuals, including Activation Boards and typography treatments, as well as solid ability to brainstorm.
• Routinely participate in client meetings, effectively representing the work and wining the respect of clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in art direction within the advertising industry.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality, timely, and budget-conscious work.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a variety of projects and a clear understanding of brand identity and visual storytelling.
• Experience in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Comfortable presenting work to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

• Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Understanding of brand strategy and brand guidelines.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range of $60,000—$140,000 USD.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Flexible work arrangements and remote work options.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• Opportunities to work on impactful campaigns and contribute to meaningful change.

Pay

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click here for more details.

Schedule

Full-time schedule is typically 40 hours per week.

Contact Us

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.