Associate Creative Director

Oliver

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.  As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.  Role: Art Director Location: Baltimore, Maryland   About the role:   The Art Director is a craft specialist and independent creative contributor within the OLIVER studio. You deliver high-quality design across multiple brands and formats, working from clear creative briefs set by the Associate Creative Director. You collaborate with Senior Copywriters and fellow Art Directors to produce integrated, multi-channel creative that is brand-true, audience-relevant, and SLA-compliant.  What you will be doing:  * Design across a wide range of digital formats — email, paid social, display, digital OOH, web, and video support   * Maintain brand integrity across all visual output, applying each institution's distinct identity with precision and care  * Work from briefs provided by the Associate Creative Director, delivering design concepts and executions to the agreed quality standard and timeline  * Partner with Senior Copywriters and Copywriters to ensure visual and verbal elements of every asset are fully integrated  * Use Pencil and other AI-assisted design tools to enhance production speed and creative iteration, applying rigorous human quality judgment at every stage  * Work within OMG to manage your active workload, update project status, and flag capacity or scheduling issues proactively  * Contribute to the QA and review process, ensuring all design assets are technically accurate, brand-compliant, and delivery-ready before approval  * Participate in brand immersion sessions to build deep knowledge of five university brands, their audiences, and the compliance requirements of higher education marketing  * Adapt and version existing creative across formats, sizes, and channels — including both manual adaptation and AI-assisted resizing and reformatting  What you need to be great in this role:  * A portfolio demonstrating strong art direction and design craft across digital channels — email, social, display, and/or video  * Professional proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and/or Figma  * Experience working in high-volume, multi-brand content production environments, with a structured, detail-oriented approach to delivery  * Understanding of accessibility, email design specifications, and digital production requirements  * Experience with or genuine interest in AI-assisted design tools and workflows  * Familiarity with higher education, healthcare, or mission-driven marketing is a meaningful differentiator  * Ability to manage multiple concurrent briefs without losing quality or missing deadlines  * Proficiency with AI design and image generation tools (Pencil, Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, or equivalent) to enhance creative output and iteration speed  * Experience building personal AI-assisted design workflows to improve efficiency and quality  * Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated design outputs and apply creative judgment to ensure brand quality  * Agentic approach to multi-brief creative execution: organized, systematic, and proactive  * At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range from $110,500.00 to $123,500.00. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package.  REQ ID: 17871 #LI-FO1 #LI-MIDSENIOR   Our values shape everything we do:  Be Ambitious to succeed    Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible    Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work    Be always learning and listening to understand    Be Results-focused  to exceed expectations    Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations     OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.     OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.

Oliver

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.  As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.  Role:  Senior Copywriter Location:  Hybrid - Baltimore, Maryland   ABOUT THE ROLE:  This is an opportunity to join OLIVER's dedicated in-house studio embedded with a leading healthcare education institution as Senior Copywriter — crafting content that helps adult learners, working professionals, and healthcare workers take the most important step of their careers.  Based in Maryland, you'll write across the full content spectrum — email, paid social, digital display, web, and video — for five distinct higher education brands with different voices, audiences, and program portfolios. Your work bridges the gap between curiosity and choice, delivering answers that make a complex decision feel clearer.  You'll work within a high-velocity, AI-augmented studio where Pencil is part of the workflow, and creative quality is never compromised by speed.  We support flexible working and are open to different arrangements. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the process. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:  * Write high-quality copy across all channels and formats — email, paid social, digital display, web, and video scripts  * Maintain deep brand fluency across all five healthcare education institutions, understanding the distinct voice, audience, and compliance requirements of each * Collaborate with Art Directors and the Associate Creative Director to ensure copy and design integrate seamlessly across all assets * Mentor and support junior Copywriters in the Toronto team, providing clear creative feedback and guidance * Work within Pencil and other AI-assisted tools to enhance content production speed and quality — using AI to explore and iterate while maintaining rigorous human editorial judgment * Manage multiple concurrent briefs within OMG, prioritizing effectively and delivering to agreed SLAs without compromising quality * Ensure all copy is audience-appropriate, brand-compliant, and sensitive to the compliance requirements of higher education and healthcare marketing * Contribute to the development of campaign concepts, content frameworks, and messaging strategies alongside the CRM Strategy Lead and ACD * Participate in brand immersion and onboarding sessions to build deep institutional knowledge of university programs, audiences, and marketing priorities  WHAT YOU NEED TO BE GREAT IN THIS ROLE:  * A portfolio of strong writing across digital channels — email, social, web, and campaign copy — that demonstrates both craft and strategic thinking * Proven ability to write in multiple brand voices with precision, adapting tone and register for different audiences and contexts * Experience writing in or adjacent to higher education, healthcare, or mission-driven categories is a strong differentiator; an understanding of adult learner psychology and high-stakes decision-making is particularly valued * Experience working in high-volume content production environments, with an organized, deadline-driven working style * A collaborative, mentoring mindset — you invest in the quality of the team's work, not just your own  * Advanced use of AI writing and content tools to enhance creative output and production efficiency * Experience designing AI-assisted content workflows for self and team — including prompting strategies, editorial QA processes, and quality benchmarking * Ability to train others on effective AI tool usage within a copywriting context * Rigorous human editorial oversight: clear judgment on when AI enhances versus detracts from creative quality and brand integrity * At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range from CAD $114,750.00 to $128,250.00. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package.  REQ ID: 17805 LI-SP1 #LI-HYBRID #LI-DIRECTOR At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range according to what's stated below. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package. Salary Range $114,750—$128,250 USD Our values shape everything we do:  Be Ambitious to succeed    Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible    Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work    Be always learning and listening to understand    Be Results-focused  to exceed expectations    Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations     OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.     OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.

DEPT

Associate Creative Director London, Hybrid This position sits in our Marketing & Technology service based in London. We combine data, technology, creative and paid media to crack brands’ business problems & drive revenue through a variety of digital marketing solutions like social, influencer, TTL ad campaigns, augmented reality, AI and innovation. Our clients include eBay, easyJet, Just Eat Takeaway and Pepsico. JOB PURPOSE We are looking for an Associate Creative Director for an exciting AI client of ours. The work we produce for them is varied and can range drastically from simple BAU creative responses, to in-person creative sprints and even full productions across multiple global markets. So, broad creative experience is required to ensure that whatever the brief, you feel comfortable leading the team and providing clear direction. As a creative lead on the client, you will be responsible for ensuring creative excellence across all campaigns and projects. You will work with a wider team of creatives, designers, producers etc, providing clear, decisive feedback, guidance and inspiration to support members of the team across these disciplines. As well as building, delegating and empowering the team to confidently take on work, you will be a hands-on creative with a a willingness to ‘get your hands dirty’ to help the team. Communication & presentation skills are critical due to frequent touchpoints with internal and external senior stakeholders in, both of which are located across the UK and US. You’ll be expected to work fast and nimble, getting work organised and ready to present to client. You will also attend and lead in-person creative sprints & workshops with the wider creative teams as well as the clients internal creative teams. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Craft brilliant, award winning ideas that capture attention and inspire our clients creatives * Create opportunities for account growth through selling brilliant creative campaigns that have community and culture at the heart of them * Strategic thinking to lead your roster of clients to success through excellent creative * Lead, develop, motivate and inspire DEPT’s creative teams and encourage collaboration * Work closely with the accounts team to ensure a smooth monthly production process * Suggest best ways of working, and hustle for the best opportunities  * Deliver and inspire innovative and high quality work across all deliverables from the team * Be aware of and respond to current advertising and media trends and pop culture * Use experience and ideas to contribute to the development of our creative process  * Present work internally and externally to an excellent standard * Stay up-to-date with industry developments * Initiate and facilitate creative team collaboration and sharing, and team cohesion through social and team building initiatives SKILLS AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE * Be an AI-native and have an interest in AI generally * Strategically minded with the ability to sell bigger ideas * Must be Figma-native (this is where we do 90% of our work/presentations) * Keep up to date with the latest tech/AI trends and have a broad understanding of the competitor landscape. * Strong performance chops  * Outstanding portfolio across multiple creative disciplines with examples of tech or AI-led campaigns * Ability to work fast and be decisive * ImageGen skills - using AI to generate high quality imagery (big bonus) * Ability to meet deadlines and collaborate well with the team and clients * High attention to visual and copywriting details * Ability to remain focused under pressure within a fast-paced environment * A love for learning new things and exploring new mediums WE OFFER * A flexible, hybrid working policy * The choice of medical healthcare providers (Bupa or Medicash)  * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off each year * Company pension scheme  * EAP scheme * Ride to work scheme  * Enhanced family friendly policies * Buddy Program: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®. * A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. * Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together! * The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications. * Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities. WHO ARE WE?  We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.  Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world. DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified. DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION  At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.