Art Director

BBDO has been in the big idea business for over a century and is one of the most awarded advertising agencies in the world. Dedication to our craft is summed up in the BBDO mantra: Do Big Things. We create work that changes user behavior, tells a brand’s story across all channels and media, and is an economic multiplier for our clients' businesses. We uniquely combine world-class creative with content production agility and real-time analytics. Quite simply, we believe that in the absence of great work, nothing else matters.

We are currently seeking a dynamic Art Director to work on a variety of brand deliverables across multiple clients.

Description

Our Art Director will work closely with producers, developers, and copywriters to articulate clear ideas to our clients and produce ad art that compels and inspires. The ideal person for this role doesn’t just have a keen eye for crafting a story, but also a mindset for visual strategy in digital, social, and traditional media spaces.

What you’ll be doing for us…

• Conceiving and executing advertising copy that’s consistent with the outlined strategy
• Partnering with other creative team members who share the responsibility on the given assignment
• Use AI and generative design platforms to accelerate ideation, create comps, explore visual directions, and connect disparate creative ideas, ensuring faster iteration and innovation.
• Contributing to innovative solutions for the agency’s existing business and participating in creative engagement efforts for new business
• Developing a discipline and department standard for compelling creative visuals within interactive communications across all media
• Assisting in communicating and presenting your vision to internal teams and clients
• Serving as a mentor and resource for young creative talent across teams

What we’re looking for from you…

• 2-3 years of art direction experience in an advertising environment
• A portfolio of advertising samples
• Proficient in campaign integration across all media—digital, social, broadcast, and beyond
• Bringing large brand experience and/or genuine creative ideas to the table
• Proven understanding of brand identity structure—how the visual, verbal, and execution come together to create a holistic experience
• Solid presentation and communication skills
• Experience utilizing AI tools for creativity
• Naturally collaborative, with a clear understanding of how a project team operates
• A curiosity about evolving social and digital landscapes, and a genuine love of advertising

Job Type:

• Full-Time
• Hybrid in office and remote (3 days in, 2 days out)
• Client-facing

Our Benefits:

• Health/Vision/Dental/Life benefits, including family planning
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous holiday and paid time off plans