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Assembly is an integrated agency providing purpose-built communications to Microsoft – bringing strategy, creative, research, social and digital, and influencer marketing together to drive tangible business results and advance Microsoft’s mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.

Assembly Media, part of the Daniel J. Edelman (DJE) family of companies, has an amazing opportunity for an Associate Creative Director, Art to join its growing team. Built to thrive amid the full complexity of today's modern marketing, Edelman is the world’s largest independent communications agency. We help some of the world's most famous companies evolve, promote, and protect their brands.

At Assembly, we help Microsoft bring to life its mission: to help every person on the planet achieve more. We are experts in the products and offerings and tasked with helping them think beyond the product roadmap to find the best way to bring their unique stories to broad audiences. Our work is designed to capture the attention of the media landscape, and the ability to uncover a cultural tension is at the heart of our briefs. In this role, you’ll create groundbreaking, social first campaigns on one of the world’s greatest tech brands.

We’re looking for a creative that has a passion for pop culture, technology and social media. You’re someone who sees social trends before they are trending, and you’re eager to conceptualize, create and put things out into the world at the speed of culture. From Tiktoks to full-scale campaigns, we want someone who can take an idea from the concept to client presentation, and quickly to people’s feeds. We’re not just looking to make filler content, we want to make fun, witty, unexpected work that gets noticed. You will be joining a diverse team of creatives who are collaborative, curious, and kind.

Responsibilities: 

Work in partnership with an Associate Creative Director, Copywriter and at the direction of creative leadership to concept and plan execution of integrated campaigns and programs across a wide range of media and platforms, especially social, digital, video, experiences and content  
Create and design campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches that are earned-first and social by design  
Work in concert with a wide range of specialties including account, strategy, project management, and influencer     
Develop tactics which bring creative concepts to life and achieve program objectives   
Manage multiple jobs simultaneously; managing and providing direction to other team members as needed 
Work closely with a project manager and production partners to schedule projects and coordinate production 
Prepare and present client creative presentations; Drive client approval process 
Work effectively with external vendors and internal colleagues to complete projects within timeframe and budget

Basic Qualifications: 

At least 6 years experience managing day-to-day changes at every level of detail and handling them with a team oriented, entrepreneurial spirit 
A bachelor’s degree, preferably in Fine Arts, Advertising or Graphic Design

Particular Qualifications:

Experience maintaining client contact as needed and assist with budget and schedule development 
Ability to prioritize and manage work, adhering to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment 
At least 6 years’ creative experience 
Previous roles in Advertising or Graphic Design, a portfolio of ideas and executions demonstrating strong layout and composition with a keen eye for typography and motion   
A professional-level mastery of industry standard design software and tools including the full suite of Adobe Creative Cloud   
Production experience in art direction and design for video, digital and social platforms 
Experience in influencer and or community management a plus 
Pride in your previous work and the ability to speak to it clearly and concisely during the interview process

$86,000 - $138,000 a year

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An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

Edelman offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

Assembly is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply.

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What You Should Know About Associate Creative Director, Art, Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Assembly is on the lookout for an exceptional Associate Creative Director, Art to join our vibrant team dedicated to supporting Microsoft. We believe in harnessing creativity to tell powerful stories that resonate, and this role is perfect for someone who's passionate about technology, pop culture, and social media. As an Associate Creative Director, Art, you'll be at the forefront of developing groundbreaking, socially inspired campaigns that captivate audiences and showcase Microsoft’s mission: to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. Your responsibility will include collaborating with a talented copywriter and creative leadership to bring exciting ideas to life across various platforms like social media, digital content, and more. You can expect to juggle multiple projects while working closely with other teams to ensure seamless execution. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to generate innovative concepts that do not just follow trends but set them, this is the place for you! Bring your unique voice to the table and create campaigns that are not just effective but also diverse, witty, and most importantly, enjoyable. We can’t wait to welcome someone who shares our enthusiasm for creativity and teamwork at Assembly.

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What are the key responsibilities of the Associate Creative Director, Art at Assembly?

As an Associate Creative Director, Art at Assembly, your key responsibilities will include conceptualizing and planning the execution of integrated campaigns, especially in social and digital media. You will collaborate with an Associate Creative Director, Copywriter, and various specialists to create campaign ideas, manage project timelines, and prepare client presentations. Your role will be pivotal in transforming creative concepts into tangible results that align with client objectives.