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WHO IS GTB?

GTB is a global performance marketing agency, focused on inspiring action for its clients. Founded in 2007 to accelerate performance for some of the world’s most iconic brands, GTB is part of WPP’s industry-leading network of companies driving creative transformation. GTB works across 6 continents with offices worldwide. Learn more at GTB.com.

WHY WORK AT GTB?

“Working at GTB has been a cherishing experience since I’ve started here in 2019. The team that I work with show constant dedication and camaraderie, which makes my job a joy to come into every day.” Jonathan – Account Director

THE OPPORTUNITY

Intermediate Art Director

Could this be you?

GTB is a forward thinking innovative agency working on one of the most recognizable brands on the planet – Ford Automotive! The perfect candidate has a wide range of experience working on big brands, and is a strategic and conceptual thinker with an acute understanding of consumer behaviour. Must provide a portfolio with examples of both big brand creative work and visual storytelling. Experience working on and building out 360-degree campaigns is paramount. If you’re an effective communicator who is tapped into pop culture, and driven by curiousity and innovation, let’s have a chat.

You will…

• Concept and collaborate with creative teams, including other art directors, copywriters and designers
• Create visually stunning art including layout, typography and photography (when needed)
• Maintain our commitment to changing consumer behaviour through disruptive ideas at all contact points
• Ensure creative concepts and tactics are on brand and strategically sound
• Ensure quality of deliverables and oversee work throughout the production process
• Ensure creative files are prepped properly for production (digital, print and video)
• Work with the Creative Director in all areas of creative development
• Present work to clients with solid rationale and support
• Build presentation decks and visual mock-ups
• Lead and/or contribute to brainstorms
• Help mentor junior designers/art directors
• Participate in agency-client and new business activity as required

You have…

• 3+ years’ experience in a creative agency
• Experience working on retail, in-store or shopper marketing (Automotive would be considered an asset)
• A College/university diploma in design or advertising
• A demonstrated ability to expand thinking to integrated channels
• Experience working on large brands
• Excellent communication skills- verbal and written
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, GoogleDocs, and MS Office (Word & PowerPoint)
• Advanced knowledge of typography, layout and colour
• Strong conceptual and design skills – brand guidelines, logos, poster design and content storytelling
• Ability to work under tight deadlines, juggle multiple projects and manage time effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills

Benefits of Working Here

• Hybrid flexible working environment
• Health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation, plus the following paid days off:
• 4 day long weekends for stat holidays (April to October)
• Your birthday off
• December holiday shut-down
• A focus on your mental health (e.g., free workout app)
• Guided meditation sessions
• Weekly culture get togethers
• Annual Mind & Body program
• Employee referral bonus
• Learning and development opportunities
• WPP employee discounts

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