Art Director (FMCG)

About VML

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

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ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Art Director is a key visual creative force responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and executing compelling visual solutions for one of our most iconic Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) clients – a globally recognized brand with a rich heritage and massive consumer reach. Reporting to an Associate Creative Director or Creative Director, you will be instrumental in translating strategic insights into powerful visual concepts and flawless executions that captivate mass audiences and drive significant business results within the dynamic consumer landscape. This role demands a hands-on visual storyteller, a strategic designer, and a meticulous executor who can bring ideas to life across all media, from brand-building campaigns to tactical promotions for everyday products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to conceptualize and craft work of the highest calibers in multiple media.
• Creation and production of artwork for multiple Client accounts.
• Direct multiple design initiatives and teams.
• Lead and manage creative teams
• Insure brand and design consistency across client initiatives.
• Present concept/design treatments, storyboards and completed work to internal and
  external clients
• Additional concept/design projects as required.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE & DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIOURS

• Candidate must be proficient in English
• Excellent communication, presentation and prioritization skills.
• Strong team player.
• Effective team building skills.
• Print expertise and understanding of type design.
• Highly knowledgeable of branding and conceptual development for advertising.
• 2‐4 years Agency experience, with a comprehensive understanding of Direct Marketing.
• Knowledge of Mac, Quark, Adobe, Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash and related Mac Creative programs.
• Successful track record of managing multiple Creative assignments.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. 

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