About the Position

Art Director

Athens, Attica, Greece

About the Company

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai, and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions, and expert strategic counsel.

For more information, please visit www.vml.com and follow along on LinkedIn #WeAreVML.

Responsibilities

Develop the visual appearance of campaigns
Brainstorm with Planning Account Management and Creative teams to create and develop concepts
Conduct research to stay up to date with the latest communication trends
Provide creative ideas that fit clients’ needs
Attend client presentations and promote concepts
Attend photo shoots, recordings, etc., and ensure creative requirements are applied
Supervise and train junior members of the Creative team
Coordinate with the Production team to ensure quality standards are met during the production process

Requirements

Education: BA/BS in Advertising Design, Graphic Design, or similar major is a must
Experience: ~4-6 years of experience as an Art Director in an Advertising Agency
Skills:
- Proficiency in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Office
- Animation is a plus
- Strong creative portfolio that demonstrates versatility
- Knowledge of all production processes (print and broadcast)
- Knowledge of typography
- Team player & presentation skills
- Creative integrity and exposure to local and global markets
- Time management
- Communication and organizational skills
- Photographic skills
- Good command of English (written & spoken)

We Offer

Meaningful impact: Your work matters & your impact is of great importance within our organization.
Professional growth: You'll have opportunities for career development supported by a culture that values learning, innovation, and performance.
Competitive package: A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package aligned with the position’s level within the market, designed to support your well-being and long-term professional development.
A culture of collaboration and accountability: You'll work in a professional, performance-driven environment characterized by high standards, clear accountability, and strong collaboration. You'll be surrounded by talented people who care about doing great work - and who will challenge and support you in equal measure.

Work Location

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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