Associate Creative Director

About the Position

THIS IS AN ONSITE POSITION

We are seeking an Associate Creative Director to lead our creative team in delivering innovative multi-channel programs and client-facing projects. The ideal candidate will ensure creative outputs are innovative, brand-aligned, and strategically support business and client goals. This role balances operational management with hands-on creative leadership.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary creative point of contact for client-facing projects and campaigns, translating business goals into creative briefs and leading presentations to manage feedback and expectations.
• Manage team performance, workload distribution, and development plans.

Creative Leadership & Mentorship

• Directing creative teams: Overseeing the daily workflow of art directors, designers, production artists to ensure concepts are executed to a high standard.
• Mentoring talent: Providing constructive feedback, identifying growth opportunities for junior and mid-level creatives, and helping them overcome creative blocks.

Concept Development & Execution

• Driving the big idea: Leading brainstorming sessions and developing high-level concepts for campaigns, brand identities, or product launches.
• Hands-on creation: Ability to create quick mockups, and jump in design if needed.
• Maintaining brand standards: Ensuring all output aligns with the client’s brand guidelines, tone of voice, and visual identity.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Pitching and presenting: Acting as a key voice in client meetings and new business pitches, articulating the "why" behind creative choices.
• Interpreting feedback: Translating vague or challenging client feedback into actionable, clear directives for the creative team without compromising the core idea.
• Collaborating with account teams: Working closely with Project Managers and Strategists to ensure creative work solves the client's underlying business problem.

Project & Strategy Oversight

• Quality control: Reviewing and approving concept decks, and final mechanicals before they reach the Creative Director or client.
• Managing timelines and budgets: Partnering with project managers to ensure the team is tracking against deadlines, scope, and budget constraints.

Requirements

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in creative services, with at least two years of supervisory experience.
• Skills:
  • Solid understanding of marketing and advertising principles.
  • Proven ability to translate client needs into creative solutions.
  • Leadership skills that inspire collaboration and accountability.
  • Strong problem-solving and prioritization abilities.
  • Strong foundation in design, copywriting, or creative production processes.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to brand standards.
  • Ability to manage priorities and allocate resources effectively.

Must-Haves

• Adobe Creative Suite
• Powerpoint

Nice to Have

• Figma
• Motion Graphics
• AI (Gemini, Midjourney, etc)

We Offer

• Compensation: USD 99,100 - USD 158,500 / year.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

About the Company

RRD provides marketing, packaging, print, and business services to the world’s most respected brands. The company’s proprietary technology, advanced data analytics, and expertise fuel organizational decision-making from strategy through execution, delivering sustainable solutions with the lowest possible environmental impact. Global organizations and regulated industries trust RRD to reduce complexity and drive audience connections across the entire customer journey.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. We value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.