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10+ years of experience
Manage key accounts and all marketing, advertising and communications functions. Overseeing a $7.3M budget and six-member team. Direct brand management, PR, media relations, corporate positioning, product launches, advertising, sales collateral and internet marketing.
- Developed and launched Americans Buying American campaign for Utah Ford dealership that propelled store from #8 to #1 Ford dealer in the region and the #1 F-Series dealer in Utah.
- Expanded sales by 30% and decreased the advertising budget by 15% for Auto Group in Toledo, Ohio through strategic media placement and targeted creative.
- Created and launched the Jeep HQ campaign for Colorado Jeep dealership, increased sales by 30% and out sold competitors 2-to-1.
- Wrote and produced multiple client prospecting video emails which led to numerous leads and landing major accounts.
- Served as primary copywriter on successful advertising and branding campaigns for multimillion-dollar accounts.
0-5 years of experience
Lead a high-performing creative department to peak levels of productivity. Ensure the successful development of interactive solutions, branding strategies, websites, and marketing collateral. Acquire high quality assets, optimize workflow, and establish best practices.
- Significantly increased efficiency by proactively identifying and eliminating areas of redundancy and bottlenecks.
- Achieved higher levels of quality and production speed by streamlining processes between creative, technology, editorial, and project management teams.
- Successfully championed new business efforts.
6-10 years of experience
- Oversee all copy and content deliverables for agency. Pitch new clients and meet with clients to understand project objectives. Interface with media. Represent clients at public events.
- Wrote copy/ content, and participated in design development, for marketing/public relations campaigns for Port Canaveral, world’s second busiest cruise port, that revitalized brand, supported 2-year 45% increase in revenue during economic downturn and earned 17 national awards.
- Co-created ad and content campaign for tourism client Great Outdoors RV Resort that boosted business 40% in 1 year and earned gold awards from the American Advertising Federation.
- Originated, researched and sold client on first-ever curriculum development partnership between a seaport and school system, now accessed by teachers in 25 countries and copied by Port of Long Beach and others.
- Turned client’s under-utilized annual directory into a widely circulated, in-demand print/digital end-of-year business review promoting a stronger brand image.
- Research and write periodic digital marketing magazine/newsletters that win industry awards annually.
- Promoted from consulting Senior Writer to Associate Creative Director within 1 year.
0-5 years of experience
- Led a team of 9 on Chase Credit Cards. In charge of all digital, social, and mobile initiatives for the Slate and Ink Cards, as well as the Blueprint program.
- Creative Director on the worldwide ECRM program for The Macallan as well as all pro-bono work produced for the NYC chapter of the Ronald McDonald House.
- Led 4 new business pitches in the past 6 months. Won 2.
- Created work for UPS’s Unboxing Campaign for the 2012 London Olympics as well as a video game “Life’s Unpredictable†and a YouTube channel featuring agent’s stories for Allstate.
0-5 years of experience
Grew creative staff from 8 to 39
- In one year, launched five new global healthcare products using separate channel marketing TV campaigns
- Campaigns for CIBA Vision, Solvay, Abbott Labs, Varilux, MCI
- Helped increase agency billings 300%
- Agency named Med Ad News “1996 Agency on the Rise.”
6-10 years of experience
- Co-led the team that pitched and won the Wendy’s U.S. Hispanic account in 2010.
- Currently lead the Wendy’s (U.S. Hispanic) and Hershey’s (Latin America) teams.
- Developed strategy and launched Wendy’s U.S. Hispanic Facebook page in 2010. Boosted engagement and fan following in one year from 700 to over 12,000 likes.
- Developed strategy and re-launched Hershey’s Latin American Facebook page in 2011. Boosted engagement and fan following in 2011 from 3,000 to over 10,000 likes.
- Create strategy, TV, radio, OOH, print and online work for Wendy’s, Hershey’s, Wrigley’s, Dell, AT&T, Caterpillar, Sears, Fedex, South Florida SPCA and Winn-Dixie.
- Involved in all major new business pitches for both agencies.
0-5 years of experience
My role as an Associate Creative Director was to manage all aspects of the creative process for a wide range of projects and clients in the automotive, technology, telecommunications, sporting goods, and software industries. I enhanced client relationships by delivering quality design and responsive action to client needs.
- Directed simultaneous projects for both print and web media.
- Orchestrated product and location photo shoots.
- Produced innovative web interfaces while managing development teams.
- Animated title sequences and special FX using Adobe After Effects for Nokia video presentations for the U.S. and Finland corporate offices.
- Translate creative direction from upper management to freelance staffers and agency employees.
- Provided a creative design solution that shortens the lifespan of a project, this increases the profitability of the agency while fulfilling the needs of the client.
0-5 years of experience
- Won the Adobe account and worked on the launch campaign of the original Adobe Creative Suite.
- Effectively filled the role of Creative Director for 10 months—after head of creative left the agency.
- Managed creative on Adobe, Oracle, CheapTickets, GSK, Chase, AICPA and Bellsouth.
- Oversaw full rebrand of Neoris, launched 3 gsk web sites and co-created an innovative rewards program for Flonase.
- Art-directed all the film shoots and post-production of 3 commercials for Showtime and 2 commercials for CheapTickets among others.
0-5 years of experience
- Drove collaboration with the design, UX/UI, strategy, development, account and client teams
- Grew team members in career development with several promotions and new hires
- Grew creative team from 3 to 10 FTEs, managed rotating freelance staff
- Developed department resource allocation process with our Director of Project Management
- Concepted Aetna Healthy Food Fight with Bobby Flay national event: a $14MM opportunity
- Led web sites, digital and integrated campaigns: BMW, Aetna, Liberty Mutual, NFL, 1800 Flowers
6-10 years of experience
I was at [company name] for nearly 7 years, starting out as Associate Interaction Designer.
- Learned to solve business needs through design.
- Worked on 26 brands.
- Gained expertise in a broad spectrum of executions, from narrative to interactive.
- Helped found the Data Visualization practice.
- Managed and developed teams of 8-10 designers.
0-5 years of experience
- Directed the development of the umbrella brands look and feel for their global launch, which included over 27 products in 34 countries, and localized in 13 languages.
- Created the overall ‘look and feel’ of the [company name]’s brand including brochures, packaging, landing pages, flash inserts, design of their signature image, icons and style guidelines.
- Hired, trained and managed the Global Launch design production team.
0-5 years of experience
Provided fashion forecasting, successfully predicting future industry trends
- Proposed and tracked all color stories, reviewing with team and finalizing for production
- Created and produced over 50% of the number one selling styles launched in each new season
- Instrumental in the expansion of the brand through introduction of new fabric development and style categories
- Analyzed all store and private client sales in order to better predict and respond to market trends
- Acquired essential feedback by communicating with clients through VIP appointments and trunk shows
- Liaised between buyers and design team to ensure style needs and market trends were being met
- Met on a weekly basis with showroom to hear feedback and suggestions
- Grew the brand from exclusively private client sales to being sold in over 170 retail stores
- Participated in all design meetings with the designer and creative director
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for developing advertising from concept through final production.
- Presented and recommended work to clients.
- Supervised and managed various personnel
- Team leader on various assignments
- Contributed to numerous new business pitches
0-5 years of experience
Created and directed the design of online cards, backgrounds and decorative accents used for books, cards and calendars.
- Managed the art department with the SVG (scalable vector graphic) transformation of cards to be used
- Managed the licensing of new designers for the infant and wedding card categories.
- Created and directed the design of Letterpress baby announcements cards.
- Oversaw the selection of new fonts to be licensed and used by the card designers and online clients.
- Responsible for new product design and concepts to continue the brand.
0-5 years of experience
- Partnered with VP, Account Services Director to head up the Pharmaceutical/Biotech business unit.
- Managed a team of Art Directors, Designers and Copywriters.
- Created and implemented staffing plans and budget projections.
- Created strategies to grow business organically by fostering partnerships with clients.
- Facilitated seamless integration with the Interactive Department Lead and Design Director on all strategies and tactics.
6-10 years of experience
Delivered digital, print, and integrated strategy, creative direction, concepting, copywriting, content strategy, and creative management for clients to achieve results.
- Provided concepting and copywriting for Legrand, Goldline, GE Capital, and other Mintz + Hoke clients.
- Guided content analysis, developing content strategy, brand messaging, creative direction and concepts, and establishing service offerings for agency to sell to clients at OHO Interactive.
- Devised holistic branding and web presence for 501(c) nonprofit, Connecting Cultures Mobile Museum, including style guide, messaging strategies, and website redesign.
- Established digital presence for the Ipswich Garden Club.
- Provided strategy and content for BuzzAgent Awards, a program to excite current clients and entice new ones.
6-10 years of experience
- Successfully managed a team of 25 creatives on $2 billion brands at the agency: Eloxatin for colorectal cancer and Ambien CR for insomnia
- Responsible for Sanofi Pasteur vaccine brands including Menactra; successfully managed the workload and resources to meet timelines and marketing goals
- Managed the evolution of Ambien to Ambien CR, one of the top three most promoted
- Created and launched new campaign for Eloxatin, the only treatment for colorectal cancer
- Launched the Alvesco brand for asthma in global markets around the world
- Recipient of Rx Award for creative excellence for Alvesco
- Presented lead creative concepts for Symlin, Zomig and Crestor in account reviews
0-5 years of experience
- Successfully led digital advertising for Marriott Hotels, Chevron, Chase, and Crayola brands resulting in record engagement rates on multiple efforts.
- Provided thought leadership to senior level teams in concept development and design of cross-platform innovative experiences.
- Worked strategically with team members to solve client challenges and build client relationships.
- Proven success and deep interest in campaigns that extend to all social media outlets.
- Mentored junior and mid-level teams to provide career guidance and growth opportunities.
- Aided in team and agency growth including recruitment of freelancers and new hires.
0-5 years of experience
- Initiated marketing research for various clients to develop concepts for growth increase
- Supervised overall workflow, timeliness, and quality of all projects
- Executed brand and collateral design from concept to completion
- Directed and coached designers and interns throughout creative processes
- Maintained direct communication with clients and vendors
6-10 years of experience
- Created over a hundred original stories, characters, and tv spots for Mattel, Inc
- Re-branded Hot Wheels into a global powerhouse for kids as well as adults
- Partnered with Disney/Pixar, Nickelodeon, and 20th Century Fox to launch Games brands
- Pitched and won the Polly Pocket and Disney Princess accounts for the agency
- Won the 2006 and 2010 Matty Award for Commercial of the Year
- Additional clients: Sony, Land Rover, Toshiba, Jenny Craig, Southwest Airlines
0-5 years of experience
Founded and led the organization’s retail marketing-movie studio promotional programs by partnering production companies such as Sony Pictures, Dreamworks, Warner Brothers, Universal Studios and 20th-Century Fox with retailers such as Walmart, Safeway, Kroger, Jewel, Big Y, and Albertsons.
- Collaborated with Dreamworks Studios to design a nationwide Walmart sampling program featuring the movie “Madagascar” to promote healthy eating. Promotion included a five-foot standee, table sign, puzzle book and recipe booklet.
- Developed a nationwide healthy choice campaign with Warner Brothers Studios and Walmart Super centers represented at over 2400 stores. Program featured the “Superman Returns” movie and giveaways included a 12-page child’s puzzle book and a 24-page recipe booklet.
- Spearheaded Safeway Supermarket’s “Dinner and a Movie” promotion for March 2007 frozen food month. Sales spiked 7 percent over the previous March promotion at 1600 stores. Program featured end cap displays, floor graphics, window signs, clings, wobblers and promotional tickets.
0-5 years of experience
- Supervised assigned creative teams; oversaw the execution of all creative efforts
- Planned, developed and defended budget recommendations, work goals, and quality measurements
- Actively and enthusiastically participated in the sales process, selling agency capabilities
0-5 years of experience
- Led interactive creative projects from concept to rollout and supervised copy for SEO, Creative and P.R.
- Built Copy Department from the ground up, managing an internal team and working with outside vendors.
- Assisted the Creative V.P. with creative team direction and department workflow.
- Formulated brand positioning, competitive analyses and marketing strategies for national brands.
- Developed initial site structures and navigational flows for internal and external websites.
- Promoted agency through viral marketing and P.R. vehicles such as trend articles for the Philly Ad Club.
0-5 years of experience
- Developed content for web, print, video, audio
- Managed creative team of writers and designers
- Wrote copy for a variety of clients and media
- Created multiple winning new-biz presentations
0-5 years of experience
Directed design and execution on 4 accounts. (Financial, E-commerce, and Insurance)
- Worked closely with a UX lead and Project Manager to strategize, design, test, and manage development of UIs for an large insurance client.
- Aided in the planning and implementation of user testing.
- Responsible for creative QA on design and prototype development, ensuring that design systems are adhered to all the way through development.
- Managed style guide standards across multiple UI design efforts.
- Managed the creative redesign of a high profile financial sector client.
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for managing, designing advertising and marketing campaigns
- Web design, print, POP/in-store print and promotional collateral
- Directed a commercial and photo shoots
- Attended client meetings and presented creative projects
- Managed designers, production artists, web programmers and writers
6-10 years of experience
- Supervised and directed the Kodak Document Imaging Creative Team
- Client contact: Presented creative work and agency strategy to Kodak DI clients
- Provided direction to art directors as well as hands-on art direction myself
- New Business: Participated in creative team’s new business pitches
- Worked with copy writing partners to develop ideas and strategies
- Art Direction on Corporate videos and TV spots: Kodak Document Imaging, MCC, Ithaca College
0-5 years of experience
- Managed creative teams and developed marketing communications on accounts that include Virginia Tobacco Settlement Foundation, Adelphia Cable Company, Virginia Economic Development Partners
- Crafted a brand message for the Virginia Tobacco Foundation Settlement-teen smoking prevention- that 90% of our hardest to reach target market found to be important to pay attention to. In four years, it reduced the high school smoking rate in Virginia over 13% and well below the national average
- Shaped strategic brand development for a number of new products for Luck Stone
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted Creative Director with constructive input on team work assignments
- Brainstormed strategies on new products and marketing.
- Designed various websites, landing pages, mobile apps, logos, emails and advertisement campaigns.
- Coded websites/emails maintaining consistency across different browsers and platforms.
- Tailored demographic specific compositions that increased new user registrations.
- Created storyboards for TV commercials/lower thirds for clients including Vh1 and Deal or No Deal.
- Consistently created high performing designs in half to a quarter of the time expected.
6-10 years of experience
- Built and managed a highly productive department of both internal and remote Graphic Designers, Art Directors and Copywriters upon opening the Agency’s New York office
- Successfully lead team of designers to manage ongoing client creative work including re-branding initiatives, direct mail, print, email, landing pages, micro-sites, banner ads, and mobile applications
- Build new and existing relationships working closely with Branding Agencies, Brand Managers, Product Development and PR on all aspects of new product launches for ongoing client creative
- Concept and present new digital and social media initiatives to current clients to both further penetrate client relationships as well as to grow agency offerings and incremental spend
- Play key role in concepting and developing new business pitches
- Helped grow Chase Bank business to include multiple partnership brands as well as new banking subsidiaries including Chase Mortgage Group and ChaseHealthAdvance
- Successfully decreased Cost Per Incremental Activation for Verizon Wireless Consumer segment by 72% and increased Incremental Activations by 150% from the same period last year through highly targeted creative tactics. Incremental take rate was increased 260%
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted in managing teams and generating internal and external marketing and creative
- Conceptualized, and wrote creative and marketing initiatives for brands including: Devon, State
- Developed advertising and marketing campaigns
- Wrote scripts and copy for television, radio, print, digital and social media
- Assisted in development of branding strategies and marketing plans
- Wrote proposals for RFPs and RFQs for government and private entities
0-5 years of experience
- Provided visual design (layout, look and feel) for three entire site redesigns (external, internal, and commerce).
- Designed information architecture and user interface for on-screen applications.
- Conduct research, data compilation and analysis, and apply findings to projects.
- Developed collateral for internal sales force.
- Implemented new sever structure, traffic procedures, and work flow processes.
0-5 years of experience
Reported to the Creative Director
- Responsible for mentoring and leading assigned creative staff and being available to critique their work to maintain consistent
- Helped Creative Director manage the creative staff, as well as helping to review staffs performance
- Worked directly with the account team on all major projects
0-5 years of experience
- Developed and evolved the voice of the [company name] brand in every communication, including traditional advertising (print, TV), Web, social media, news releases, sales collateral, direct mail, video, trade show booth messaging, and internal branding.
- Wrote scripts for and directed “Will It Blend?,” named by Ad Age the most successful viral video campaign in history.
- Stimulated widespread recognition through national and international product awards submissions—most of which earned the highest awards.
- Created “Anatomy of a Blender,” a marketing resource library that broadly supports [company name]’s brand and messaging.
- Played key role in naming new products.
- Created brand identities for both commercial and retail divisions.
- Cast and directed talent in video productions.
0-5 years of experience
- Associate Creative Director and Senior Copywriter at three individual InVentiv agencies that specialize in pharmaceutical brands
- Lead international creative team on global brand launch for Viread, a blockbuster hepatitis-B drug by Gilead Pharmaceuticals
- Led the creative development and wrote both medical and promotional copy for several national pharmaceutical brands, including Abbott Nutrition, Opana ER, XELODA and ATryn
6-10 years of experience
Inspire and direct internal/external teams to develop and execute impactful creative solutions.
- Design annual catalogue for world renowned Bridal Registry and plan related cutting edge media campaigns.
- Hire and partner with leading photographers, still-life stylists, food stylists, producers, illustrators, designers, and retouchers
- Direct creative solutions for outdoor holiday advertising, ornaments, candy and coffee packaging.
- Develop visual system and style guides for multiple in-store restaurants including logo, menus, coasters and packaging.
- Design and direct corporate branding and private label development.
- Conduct annual performance reviews and coach staff in defining individualized management development goals.
0-5 years of experience
- Maintained all responsibilities from Planning Group International
- Responsible for online/offline creative concepts and designs for clients assigned to my team.
- Dedicated clients include Travelers Insurance, Burger King, Cricket, Roush Yates Engines and Royal Bank of Canada.
- Pitched new business to prospective clients and new campaigns for current clients.
- Oversaw all creative going out for client review.
- Responsible for the creation of the “Manifesto” Campaign for Travelers Insurance. This included print, online and regional ad campaign for [company name] Miami.
- Based on the strength of the concepts, design and pitch books, Travelers decided not only give us their web business, but doubled our budget to work on their TV commercials as well.
0-5 years of experience
- Lead concept and design development of high quality creative work which consistently addresses business stakeholder needs and objectives.
- Worked with user experience architects, designers, developers and strategists to create an optimum user experience across web, mobile, tablet and television platforms.
- Drove complete redesigns of significant sites from inceptiont to conclusion with measurable improvements.
- Spearheaded new business ventures and agency pitch work.
- Created client presentations and selling creative concepts to internal and external clients.
- Partial Client List: Activision, Bazaarvoice, Bethesda, BlackBerry, Broadcom, Cisco Systems, Disney, Epson, Major League Gaming, Monster Energy, RIM, Samsung, Toyota, VIZIO
0-5 years of experience
- Took an active role in developing, maintaining and refining a creative vision for projects and broader accounts
- Provided a leadership role working with account management, copywriters, media and development
- Worked with the account team to develop strategic solutions, including campaigns and market strategies
- Appointed to head up RPG Studios, coordinating creative resources in Hong Kong, London and Boston
- Develop and maintain client relationships by providing brand stewardship and vision
- Maintain brand standards and guidelines that support brand strategy positioning of clients
- Developed and maintained creative scope — ensured alignment with schedule and budget
- Managed, grew and developed the design team
- Worked to build a more effective collaboration among creative, UX, and technology
6-10 years of experience
- Currently work on the Visit Florida AOR account
- Led a creative team on several retainer accounts: Travelers Insurance, Seagram’s Ginger Ale, Dodge, Jeep, and Rock Hall as well as many other pitches and projects
- Oversaw digital campaign development—websites, microsites, banner ads, social media campaigns, Facebook pages and apps
6-10 years of experience
- Work on new businesses, creative strategy, ideation and copywriting.
- Lead creative teams of 6 to 14 members.
- Development of integrated campaigns which include media work for print, radio, broadcast, direct marketing & interactive.
- Introduce campaigns to clients.
- Creative work supervision, from the starting idea to the final product.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for recruitment campaigns and deliverables from concept to execution in all media – live, digital, social,
print, out of home, radio, video.
- Manage a team of creatives including art directors, graphic designers, production artists, flash designers and copywriters.
- Main point of creative contact for all client-facing matters for both GE and Verizon, among other clients.
- Cast, direct and oversee post-production for video and photo shoots.
- Clients include Apple, Citibank, Genzyme, Collective Brands, and more.
0-5 years of experience
- Headed the company’s rebranding initiative
- Designed websites for The New Office and its clients
- Created company collateral and marketing materials
- Managed client relations.
10+ years of experience
- Part of a global ad agency focused on employer and corporate brand advertising and human resource communications
- Develop ad concepts/copy for local, regional and national accounts
- Source, hire, manage and cultivate copy staff
- Develop and conduct creative presentations
- Interface with sales and account staff
- Promoted to ACD: Additional duties – Supervise design staff as needed; cultivate vendor
0-5 years of experience
- Integral part of leadership, pitch and new business teams
- Responsible for client facing and directing interactive
- Lead creative on $16 million sleeve of business
- Lead interface designer on all iOS and mobile initiatives
- Clients/Brands: Eli Lilly Diabetes Franchise and Oncology
0-5 years of experience
- Manage creative process throughout project timeline
- Create storyboards and develop assets and concepts for animation projects
- Conceptualize, design and execute custom design solutions for small business clients
- Generate sales worthy buzz through social media
10+ years of experience
Direct 5 full-time artists for [company name]’ largest division, kitchenware.
- Manage the retoucher, photographer and photo assistant, Data Asset Manager.
- Oversee the entire 30-person staff of artists, copy editors and traffic managers as Associate Creative Director.
- Involved in all aspects of creative services workflow including concept design, production, die line creation, prepress, art directing teams, directing photo shoots, developing workflows, liaising with category management, industrial designers, marketing and sales.
- Key person in preparing for annual Housewares Show; based on structural and brand, and divisional needs, layout and build entire 13,100 sq ft exhibit in 3D using SketchUp, allowing pre-visualization of space allocations and layouts, creating maps and planograms for packing crates by area and fixture, and inventorying signage and fixtures.
- Administer and maintain all department Macs, their software, printers and new digital asset management system.
6-10 years of experience
- Brainstorm creative concepts for new or existing marketing campaigns and initiatives, including web, print, live events and video.
- Write pitches and presentations to win new work and present ideas to current clients.
- Craft external facing [company name] communications, such as the [company name] website (www.[company name].com) and portfolio presentations.
- Collaborate with the creative team to respond to tight deadlines and client requests.
- Write website copy, video script and educational program guides for a variety of clients and projects.
0-5 years of experience
- Formulate and manage creative solutions for clients: branding, web design, e-marketing campaigns.
- Write and review web design proposals, work within budgets, schedule requirements and objectives.
- Manage client relations and spearhead creative-oriented project meetings both on and offsite.
- Accounts include: Earnest & Young, Lennar, Merrill Lynch, Ruby’s Diner, and St. Joseph.
Associate Creative Director Duties and Responsibilities
An Associate Creative Director has many duties and responsibilities. Although specific positions will dictate an Associate Creative Director’s undertakings, there are several core responsibilities common to this occupation. A review of current job listings identified the following main tasks and responsibilities.
Design Concepts Associate Creative Directors will work alongside the Creative Director to develop design concepts and directions for marketing materials, campaigns and multiple projects. This will require them to make conceptual and stylistic decisions. Creating layouts, mockups and prototypes may be required to illustrate their design idea to other members of the team or management.
Manage Projects Most Associate Creative Directors will oversee multiple design projects at one time. This will include creating teams, creating timelines, overseeing design direction, ensuring all deadlines are met, confirming clients are satisfied with the results and troubleshooting any issues that may arise during the duration of the project. They also act as quality control for their projects by reviewing and editing their team’s final products before distribution of any materials occur.
Conduct Research Staying abreast of the latest trends and social media fads is important for Associate Creative Directors. To best serve their design department they must continually research marketing trends and strategies and the technologies used in advertisement practices. They must be able to recognize their intended audience and the best strategies for reaching said population. They must also be aware of what competitors are doing in order to create innovative and new designs and concepts.
Associate Creative Director Skills
Associate Creative Directors should be creative individuals with fantastic interpersonal skills. They must be reliable employees and enjoy challenging and fast-paced work. Being extremely motivated and having strong leadership skills is also important. Employers look for candidates with all of these traits as well as the traits listed here. Core skills: Based on job listings we looked at, employers want Associate Creative Directors with these core skills. If you want to work as an Associate Creative Director, focus on the following.
- Knowledgeable of design practices such as, brand development, user-centered experience design and digital design
- Highly proficient computer skills, especially with Adobe Creative Suite applications
- Knowledge of social media platforms and trends
- Knowledge of marketing practices
- Graphic design experience
Advanced skills: While most employers did not require the following skills, multiple job listings included them as preferred. Broaden your career options by adding these skills.
- Experience supervising staff
- Degree in Advertising, Fine Arts or related fields
Associate Creative Director Resources
The Internet has more useful sites and resources for those considering a career as an Associate Creative Director. We compiled a list of sites that will inspire, inform and entertain you on your path to becoming an Associate Creative Director. On the Web
Design Career – Rick Byrne is a successful designer who has worked in various positions during his lengthy career, including an Associate Creative Director. His blog is full of information on the design industry, creative process and various careers and job titles one can expect when working in this field. It is a wonderful resource for those wanting to learn more about what Associate Creative Directors do.
Creative Bloq – A website designed to share tips and information for design professionals. It covers all aspects of design from the Creative Director to the graphic design artist. Any design related information can be found on this useful site. On Twitter
@tashasounart – Follow the Associate Creative Director for Pixar, Tasha Sounart, as she tweets about her job, life and the creative industry.
@matejnovak – Matej Novak is an Associate Creative Director for Firefox and tweets about his job and the tech industry. Associate Creative Director Books
Art Direction Explained at Last! – Written by industry experts, this book explains exactly what art directors do in various industries and fields. From the day-to-day duties to what traits make a successful art director, this book covers it all.
Creative Direction in a Digital World: A Guide to Being a Modern Creative Director – A great resource for those working in the creative design process, this text covers how to reach audiences in a digital world. Industry Groups
Design & Art Direction – Originally the British Design and Art Direction, D&AD updated its name as it is now represents the creative, design and advertising communities worldwide. This organization helps set standards, provide training and offers a network of like-minded professionals.
American Institute of Graphic Arts – AIGA was founded in 1914 and today is the industry’s largest and oldest association. With over 25,000 members from various design-related professions this is a great resource for those interested in becoming an Associate Creative Director. American Marketing Association – Established in 1953, AMA brings together professionals in the marketing field to share ideas, promote education, conduct research and find reputable resources on marketing.
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