At TrackDDB, we are a unique collection of talented strategists, analysts and creatives working together to bring the right solutions for our impressive client list. We’re hiring a Senior Art Director with the chops to deliver brand, social, experiential, and data-driven CRM creative solutions.
We support each other to succeed together. We want a teammate willing to lend a hand, no matter the ask, as we work to build up our business and achieve our clients’ objectives. We love crafting exciting, conceptual campaigns, but we are also passionate about bringing excellence to the day-to-day brand communications that our clients rely on. That’s how we make ourselves invaluable and earn their trust.
The Senior Art Director role is a crucial pillar on the creative team at TrackDDB. Sounds like it could be you? Then, keep reading.
What we want from you:
· Bring a unique mix of impressive ideation, a strong eye for design and smart software skills to realize concepts across multiple formats and mediums, including email, brand activations, social, digital, print and beyond
· Foster a close-knit partnerships on your team to help bring your joint vision to life on behalf of our clients
· Work effectively with your counterparts on the account management, project management and technology teams to deliver on and surpass client expectations
· Possess strong attention to detail and communication skills
What we can offer you:
· A friendly culture deeply rooted in mutual respect for everyone’s time and individual goals
· Opportunity for professional growth, training and industry leadership in our category
· DDB perks, including competitive benefits, generous office closures, referral bonuses and our unique FUEL program to help fund inspiration outside of working hours
And, the basics:
· You need to have 5 years of experience as an art director at an agency or relevant client-side experience
· Full mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite
· Ability or interest growing animation skills in both Photoshop and After Effects
· Familiarity with emerging UX tools, such as Figma and Sketch
· You must have a portfolio that showcases fresh thinking and beautiful visual execution, working with major clients across multiple channels
DDB Canada is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We also offer reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know when you submit your application.
We appreciate all expressed interest in this position, however, only the candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
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