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.
About the role:
Want to do more than just create great work? Ready to help others do the same? We're searching for an Associate Creative Director who can transform good ideas into great campaigns for our financial services clients, while bringing out the best in our creative team. We're OLIVER, and we do things differently. We pride ourselves on a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters creativity, empowers our team to achieve their goals and go beyond the brief. We put our agency teams right inside our clients' offices. Why? Because we've found that being close to our clients leads to better work, faster decisions, and stronger results. It's a simple idea that makes a big difference. We are seeking a talented and experienced ACD to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing outstanding creative campaigns that resonate with audiences and meet client objectives. You will work closely with the Creative Director and cross-functional teams to develop compelling concepts and ensure consistent brand messaging across various channels.
What you will be doing:
- Collaborate with the Creative Director to develop innovative concepts and strategies for advertising campaigns
- Lead and inspire a team of art directors, copywriters, and a production to create high-quality work that aligns with the brand's voice, vision, and marketing strategy
- Oversee all phases of the creative process, from ideation to execution, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and meet creative standards
- Foster a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and teamwork
- Encourage the integration of new ideas and approaches into campaigns
- Build strong relationships with both our team and our clients
- Keep projects moving and quality high
- Push creative boundaries while respecting brand guidelines
- Present creative concepts and strategies to clients, incorporating feedback and making necessary adjustments
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and technologies, bringing fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the table
What you need to be great in this role:
- 8+ years of creative experience in an advertising agency
- Strong portfolio showing your command of creative concepts across various mediums (digital, social, video, etc.)
- A proven track record of turning strategic thinking into creative gold
- Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills - you can sell your ideas with confidence
- Ability to lead teams and mentor other creatives
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines
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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.
