Associate Creative Director (Copy), Creative, Ruder Finn in Ruder Finn

Send a private message to the job posting on behalf of Ruder Finn Crystal Overall Crystal Overall VP Talent Acquisition @ Ruder Finn RF Studio53, the creative studio of Ruder Finn, is known for creating powerful creative experiences in graphic design, moving image, interactive content, and more. We work with top businesses and industry associations in healthcare, technology, and life sciences, focusing on communicating innovation and change. We are skilled in brand communications, advocacy, corporate storytelling, employee engagement, brand strategy, paid media, and everything in between. We want to hire an Associate Creative Director (ACD) who is creative and business savvy, and who can specialize in copywriting. The ACD will help our agency's account, production, design, & editorial teams by creating copy and creative multi-channel integrated marketing and communications campaigns.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and/or mentor a team of copywriters and art directors to produce innovative and effective campaigns for a variety of clientsOversee the creative process from concept to execution, ensuring quality, consistency and alignment with client briefs and objectivesPresent and sell creative work to clients and internal stakeholders, and solicit feedback to refine and improve the workDevelop and maintain strong relationships with clients, account managers and other agency departments, and collaborate on strategic and creative solutions Manage and inspire a team of creative professionals, including copywriters, art directors, designers and producers Supervise the development and execution of creative concepts and campaigns across various media platforms, ensuring they meet the clients' goals and expectationsPitch and defend creative work to clients and agency leadership, and incorporate feedback to enhance the workFoster a collaborative and productive environment among the creative team and other agency departments, and facilitate cross-functional communication and problem-solvingKeep abreast of the latest industry developments, consumer insights and cultural trends, and encourage the team to explore new and innovative ways of storytellingMonitor the creative output from ideation to delivery, ensuring it is on brief, on brand and on budgetShowcase and explain creative work to clients and agency management, and seek input to optimize the workBuild and maintain positive partnerships with clients, account managers and other agency functions, and work together to achieve strategic and creative excellenceResearch and analyze the current market situation, consumer behavior and competitive landscape, and inspire the team to develop cutting-edge and relevant ideasQualifications5 + years of agency experienceBA degree (Advertising, Communications, Fine Arts, or related field preferred)Demonstrated creative ability, successful client contact experience, collaboration with account management, excellent presentation skills, experience managing creative teams and multiple accountsCommitment to go the extra mile in time and effort to produce the very best workStrong portfolio of work that demonstrates creativity, originality, and strategic thinkingAbility to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects simultaneouslyProficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft OfficeBenefits and MoreYou will receive a competitive base salary and bonus opportunityYou will also be able to enroll in our Health, Dental, Vision, company paid Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, as well as 401k (match) planMonthly allowance for cell phone, office equipment, etc.Generous PTO policy with paid maternity/paternity leaveTransit benefitsProfessional learning and development opportunitiesWorkplace flexibilityOn-site and off-site social gatheringsRuder Finn provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions) , national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Ruder Finn will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Ruder Finn believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Show more Show less Job Level Middle Manager Employment Type Full-time Job Responsibilities Advertising Industries Marketing Services, Advertising Services and Communications and Public Relations