WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.

We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative

enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing

platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.

We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning,

attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

For more information, visit WPP.com.

We are looking for a Creative Director to lead creative strategy and execution for key clients across Beauty, Feminine Care, and

Tech. This role requires strong conceptual leadership and excellent craft standards, with the ability to drive performance in

social media and content ecosystems, alongside data- and AI-enabled marketing approaches.

You will shape integrated campaigns from idea to delivery, guide multidisciplinary teams, and build trusted client relationships

through clear storytelling and confident presentations in both Japanese and English. You will also bring a sharp understanding of

consumer insight, particularly in categories where empathy and nuance materially improve creative relevance and effectiveness.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Lead the development and execution of creative strategies and concepts for clients across Beauty, Feminine Care, and Tech
Take ownership of creative leadership for a major Feminine Care business, leveraging strong TVC production experience and

production control capability

Drive innovative ideation across PR, activation, digital, and commerce
Lead creative work across social media and content production, driving strong performance and creative effectiveness
Partner with strategy, data, media, and marketing platform teams to translate insights (including data/AI learnings) into

effective creative solutions

Lead and develop the creative team in line with WPP’s vision for diverse leadership, coaching talent and raising creative

standards

Own client presentations and workshops in Japanese and English, building strong, long-term relationships and confidence in

creative leadership

Direct high-quality visual outputs, especially in Beauty, including key visuals and product cut work, ensuring craft excellence

across deliverables

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Campaigns and content that are insight-led, culturally sharp, and commercially effective
Strong leadership across integrated workstreams (TVC, PR, activation, digital, commerce)
A creative team that feels energized, clear on direction, and consistently producing higher-quality work
Client trust built through clear rationale, strong presentation, and reliable delivery

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Experience in an agency or in-house creative organization at Lead / ACD / CD level
Strong creative leadership in Beauty and/or Feminine Care categories; Tech experience is a plus
Proven experience leading TVC production and managing production control (quality, timelines, stakeholders)
Ideation and execution experience across PR, activation, digital, and commerce
Deep understanding of social media and content production (not only campaign decks)
Strong interest in leveraging data and AI-enabled marketing platforms to build better creative solutions
Confident presentation capability in both languages
Business-level English (presentation capability required)
Native-level Japanese (presentation capability required)
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Keynote/PowerPoint
Experience using generative AI for ideation and/or using AI agents in creative workflows is strongly preferred
Creative background may be copy-based or art-based; what matters most is the ability to deliver the outcomes described above

WHO YOU ARE

You turn consumer insight into creative that feels true, modern, and effective, especially in categories where nuance matters
You embrace change and actively explore new creative approaches and technologies
You bring strong leadership energy: you motivate teams, raise the bar, and grow people
You collaborate smoothly across diverse teams and stakeholders in a global environment
You balance logical thinking with strong creative ideation: clear rationale and strong ideas

ABOUT US

VML & OGILVY JAPAN GK WAS ESTABLISHED IN APRIL 2019 AS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN GEOMETRY GLOBAL AND THE OGILVY GROUP TO ENHANCE OUR

OFFERING TO BRANDS IN JAPAN IN SUPPORT OF THEIR BUSINESS AMBITIONS AND MARKETING OBJECTIVES. WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF CREATIVITY

TO DRIVE MEANINGFUL CHANGE THAT DELIVERS POSITIVE BUSINESS OUTCOMES. NOW MORE THAN EVER THE ABILITY FOR AN AGENCY TO FLEX AND

ADAPT TO CLIENTS CHANGING NEEDS IS VITAL IN THE APPLICATION OF COMMUNICATIONS, BRAND EXPERIENCE, COMMERCE AND TECHNOLOGY. OUR

BLEND OF GLOBAL AND LOCAL EXPERTISE AND MARKETING CAPABILITY IS DESIGNED TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF TODAY WHILE SETTING OUR CLIENTS

UP FOR SUCCESS FROM TOMORROW AND BEYOND. VML & OGILVY JAPAN GK IS A WPP COMPANY (NASDAQ: WWPGY)

#LI-DNP

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 around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please

discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular

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.

PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE

PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

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VML & Ogilvy | Creative Director, Japan

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Kultur, media, design

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Tokyo

Publicerad

12 juni

Sista ansökningsdag

16 augusti

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