Associate Creative Director – Copywriter

Walker Sands

. Lead conceptual development of integrated campaign platforms with art directors and strategists .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeBoston • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $84,000 - $93,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading integrated campaigns and developing brand messaging systems, with a strong focus on high-level conceptual thinking and full-funnel copywriting expertise. Proficient in mentoring and developing creative teams while staying current on advertising trends and AI-enabled workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

B2B Copywriting ExperienceIntegrated Campaign LeadershipHigh-Level Conceptual ThinkingAI Platform ProficiencyMentoring and Coaching

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Hard Skills

CopywritingConceptual DevelopmentBrand MessagingCampaign StrategyContent CreationQuality ControlMessaging FrameworksPerformance ManagementCreative Team PlanningAdvertising Trends

Soft Skills

Proactive ApproachEmbracing FeedbackContinuous ImprovementInspiring Leadership

Tools & Technologies

AI Platforms

Industry Keywords

B2B MarketingIntegrated CampaignsCreative WorkThought LeadershipAgency Growth Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead conceptual development of integrated campaign platforms with art directors and strategists
Serve as creative leader for copywriter, art director, and designer teams
Guide, review, approve, and quality-control creative and copy work
Lead copywriting for high-profile accounts across full-funnel campaign tactics
Define strategic messaging territories, brand narratives, and verbal frameworks
Build scalable messaging platforms across channels and buyer journeys
Ensure consistent, ownable, and adaptable voice and tone
Collaborate with art directors, designers, strategists, PR, media, social, and content teams
Present campaign concepts and messaging frameworks to senior internal and client stakeholders
Mentor and coach copywriters
Contribute to hiring, performance management, and creative team planning
Support new business pitches and agency growth initiatives
Contribute to internal and external thought leadership
Stay current on advertising trends, B2B marketing innovation, and AI-enabled creative workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of agency copywriting experience within B2B or complex industries
Strong portfolio demonstrating high-level conceptual thinking, full-funnel copywriting expertise, and award-winning work
Exceptional conceptual and copywriting craft across campaign, brand, and content formats
Deep experience leading integrated campaigns and brand messaging systems
High-level proficiency with AI platforms
Ability to embrace candid feedback and pursue continuous improvement
Ability to set and uphold high quality standards
Proactive approach and agency readiness
Willingness to mentor, inspire, and develop copywriters

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus based on company performance
Clear career paths, mentorship programs, and learning events
Flexible PTO
8 paid holidays
Half-day summer Fridays
A week off between Christmas and New Year
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Mental health resources
Pet insurance
Employer-matched 401(k)
Financial planning services
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and mental health resources
Paid leave for new parents and caregivers
Fertility treatment, pregnancy loss, and adoption support policies
Regular performance reviews, clear goal-setting, and ongoing coaching
Two-week sabbatical and $2,000 gift after five years
Employee resource groups
Volunteer opportunities
Award-winning culture
Hybrid work