Art Director
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- Halifax, NS
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide both visual (art direction) and conceptual expertise.
- Partner with Copywriter to develop creative concepts that meet the project's overall objectives
- Implement & incorporate strategy from the Brief and direction from the Creative Director
- work with the Creative Director, Planner and Account Service team to conceive, sell and execute bold, persuasive messages for our clients
- Participate in brainstorming and creative planning sessions
- Ensuring concepts contain tasteful, creative & beautifully crafted art direction and with material accuracy
- Prepare and refine concepts for internal and client presentations and provide rationale behind these concepts
- Participate in project update/status meetings with project team as required
- Keep up to date and informed on the best work within our industry, both home & abroad
- Previous experience in creative advertising within an agency
- Strong portfolio demonstrating 360 degree conceptual thinking with a strong footing in social
- A good listener, strong conceptual skills and ability to handle and learn from constructive criticism.
- Passionate about popular culture, emerging technologies, language and design trends
- Adapts well to changing priorities, deadlines and direction.
- Knowledge of local market and passion for research
- A team player that treats others with respect
- Driven by a curiosity of leveraging AI tools to advance our clients work and objectives.
- An innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individuality - with the best of colleagues, and the best of clients
- Hybrid work models and flexible hours, plus a work from anywhere policy for short-term stays in other regions
- Generous Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 1 extra week over the holidays
- Agency summer days (exact policy differs per campus and agency)
- Modern, open co-working spaces with coffee & snack bars, located in great city neighborhoods, close to shops and restaurants and easy access to public transport
- Dogs allowed, dedicated Play Room to support families and Private wellness room (in select offices)
- Team social events - holiday parties, seasonal gatherings, weekly happy hours, inspiring speakers and more!
- In-house learning & development sessions and annual career and growth conversations’
- Access to internal network of opportunities across all agencies
- Internal EDI group(s), programs & initiatives across Plus Company and opportunities to be involved in employee resource group(s)
- Flexible benefits to support your individual lifestyle and life stage – with access to a personal wellness spending account you can use for a wide range of wellness expenses, including gym membership fees, pet care, education expenses, and much more!
- Comprehensive mental health support including access to a virtual mental health therapy clinic providing you with personalized therapist guided iCBT programs and live therapy, access to health clinicians 24/7, and a holistic array of other health and wellness resources to support you and your family.
- Dedicated play rooms for days you need to bring the kids and health and wellness rooms when you need a place to get grounded.
- A responsible sick & personal absence days policy designed so you don't have to worry the moment a personal obligation or emergency arises.
- Maternity leave top up program.