Associate Creative Director

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Head of Design - User Experience & Design Recruitment at ADLIB | Recruitment - B Corp Certified

• Join an established agency team with great opportunities for progression.
• Hybrid, Bristol based 3 days a week.
• Flexible hours, 25 days holiday, bonus scheme + more.

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a talented Associate Creative Director to join a growing independent agency. This is a key role for an experienced and ambitious creative looking to make an impact, shape the future of a thriving business, and work on high-profile FMCG brands.

What you’ll be doing

As Associate Creative Director, you’ll play a crucial role in leading the creative output of the agency. Working closely with the founders, you’ll help define the agency’s creative direction while delivering standout work across integrated campaigns, from digital and social media to shopper marketing and promotional activations.

You’ll be responsible for developing ideas that cut through, crafting compelling narratives, and ensuring creative excellence across all projects. Comfortable in front of clients, you’ll present ideas with confidence, build relationships, and contribute to new business pitches. Internally, you’ll foster a collaborative and inspiring environment, working with the wider team to push creative boundaries and drive success. You'll be developing integrated campaigns be it social, in-store, or sales promotions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role in a growing agency, where your ideas and vision will help shape the future. This is a great time to join this independent agency with great opportunities for progression.

What experience you’ll need

• Strong agency experience in a conceptual creative role.
• A portfolio showcasing integrated campaigns underpinned by strong creative strategy.
• Expertise in creative strategy, concept development, art direction, and copywriting (for headlines).
• Experience leading and inspiring teams, with a collaborative and ambitious mindset.
• Ability to translate strategic thinking into compelling creative ideas across multiple channels.
• Confident in client presentations, pitching, and building relationships.
• Experience across digital, social, shopper marketing, promotional activations, and content production.
• A passion for or experience in FMCG and grocery brand marketing preferred.

What you’ll get in return

Hybrid working with 3 days in the office this week, flexible hours, 25 days holiday, performance related bonus and more.

What’s next?

Apply with an up to date CV and portfolio showcasing your integrated campaign experience.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design and Advertising

Industries

Design Services and Graphic Design

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