Associate Creative Director

Born Social

. Set the standard for best-in-class creative work .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $135,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading creative strategy and direction, with a strong focus on pitching and delivering impactful campaigns for global brands. Proven ability to mentor teams, foster a culture of creative excellence, and collaborate effectively with senior leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Creative DirectionCampaign IdeationClient PresentationsPitching SkillsSocial Insights

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Hard Skills

Creative StrategyCampaign DevelopmentDeck CreationIntegrated Media WorkCultural Relevance

Soft Skills

Confident Decision-MakingCreative Problem-SolvingMentoringCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Non-Profit CategoryClient RelationsCreative ExcellenceThought LeadershipBusiness Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the standard for best-in-class creative work
Oversee client work from ideation and pitch through execution and delivery
Link creative deliverables to the brief and business plan
Lead pitches and client presentations
Win new business through creative work, client relations, and strategic partnership
Own creative output on accounts
Establish a culture of creative excellence within the Creative Team
Create case studies, thought leadership, and showcase work
Lead, mentor, and build confidence and capability across the creative team
Provide departmental leadership and model company culture and values
Collaborate with the Chief Creative Officer, VP of Clients, and Strategy Director on pitch activity and new business

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 7+ years of experience in a conceptual creative or creative strategy role
Strong social experience
Track record of pitching and delivering industry-leading creative campaigns rooted in cultural relevance and social insights
Experience delivering creative direction and campaign ideation for big-name global brands
Confident decision-making and creative problem-solving skills
Impressive deck creation and presenting skills
Experience working on integrated work spanning media and creative with a social-first lens
Understanding of the non-profit category ideally
Ability to work outside standard hours on occasion

Benefits

Comp & perks

20 days vacation a year + 12 public holidays
Full Paid Medical Insurance (including dental and vision)
Annual performance bonus
401k matching plan
Gym Membership contributions
Free fruit, breakfast cereals, snacks, soft drinks and tea & coffee
Free home office chair and screen
Quarterly team offsites / Regular socials
Free Citibike membership
Recruitment referrals bonus
Agile working policy
Flexible working hours by prior agreement with line managers