Stratacomm LLC is hiring: Associate Creative Director in Washington

Description:

As the Associate Creative Director, you’ll lead and mentor a team of creatives to concept, craft and produce creative ideas that support campaigns for a diverse roster of government, non-profit and corporate clients and issues.

Working closely with the Executive Creative Director, this role will lead the day-to-day work of an internal creative team that supports a variety of client account teams and campaigns.

Collaborating with Account Service teams to determine the best way to achieve client goals by selecting the best mix of digital, traditional and social media and overseeing the implementation, optimization and reporting of integrated campaigns. In addition to being an excellent creative, the ACD must be a strong leader, capable of effectively leading a team of creative professionals and demonstrating commitment to their own creative growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Work in partnership with other creative team members, including art directors and designers, to concept and produce campaigns spanning various media and platform deliverables, including video, digital/social and content.

· Set a high aesthetic and conceptual standard for work, coaching and mentoring the team to meet and exceed that standard consistently.

· Design solutions that address customer needs and support campaign performance.

· Act as a hands-on conceptual lead for a wide variety of client deliverables – working comfortably with both design and copy.

· Effectively manage multiple jobs simultaneously, delegating and providing direction/oversight as needed to achieve client objectives.

· Work collaboratively with project management, account service, media and production partners to keep projects on target, on schedule and on budget.

· Can quickly produce high-quality headlines when primary writers are unavailable

Requirements:

· 7-10+ years of professional creative experience, preferably in an agency environment.

· Deep understanding of design craft and theory.

· Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).

· Portfolio program graduates preferred

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

· An eye for detail and experience managing day-to-day changes with a team-oriented attitude.

· Ability to discuss / present work effectively with colleagues and clients to explain and sell through ideas.

· Possess a strong portfolio of conceptual work that includes advertising campaigns (broadcast is a plus).

· The ability to give and receive feedback in a positive manner is a must.

About Stratacomm:

Do great work. Have fun. Success will follow.

Stratacomm was founded on these principles 30 years ago. Today, it is an independently owned, full-service strategic communications agency that helps clients raise awareness, enhance reputation, shape policy and build market share. With offices in Washington, D.C. and Detroit, in recent years, Stratacomm has been named one of Washingtonian’s 50 Great Places to Work, one of PR News’ Top Places to Work in PR and one of Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. We are creators, copywriters, storytellers, digital strategists, content producers, program managers, social listeners, and more. With deep expertise in transportation & new mobility, energy & sustainability, government and social change, our reputation is built on delivering exceptional client service and measurable results.

Stratacomm offers employees a best-in-class workplace culture and competitive benefits, including 401(k) matching, medical, vision, dental insurance, Open PTO, Paid Parental Leave, and a Remote-First work policy designed to fit your needs. Employees responded with 100% agreement to the statement “Stratacomm is a great place to work” on all recent engagement surveys.

Stratacomm is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment.