# Associate Creative Director, ArtWhen you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our . California residents should read our . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.# Associate Creative Director, Art#### **Brand:** VML#### **Department:** Creative#### **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States#### **Last Updated:** 1/20/2026#### **Requisition ID:** 11749### **About VML**VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information,please visit , andfollowalong on ,, and.**About the job** We’re looking for a conceptual ACD with the range to dream big and obsess over the tiny things that make ideas shine. You’ll partner with and mentor a team of creatives who live and breathe culture. This role also calls for someone who’s curious, capable, and knowledgeable of AI. Ideally, someone who knows how to test it, push it, and integrate it into the work in a way that feels intentional.
We are a unique team in one of the most beautiful cities in the US. VML Seattle is a small, tight-knit crew that does things their way, with the advantages and backing of a global creative network. Here we believe life inspires our work, so we should live a little. It helps that we have beautiful mountains just an hour away, incredible greenery on every street, and some of the best underground art and culture you’ll ever discover. **What We’re Looking For** * **Art Direction That Pops:** You’ve led the charge on social campaigns, content drops, and activations, whether in-house or agency-side. You have foundational art direction experience that translates across mediums to fit any social platform. Creative versatility and conceptual thinking are key.* **Storytelling That Hits:** You know how to find the human truth in every story and turn complex, opaque ideas into narratives people actually want to share.* **AI Fluency:** You’re plugged into the evolving AI landscape, hands-on with the latest platforms, and can make AI feel less sci-fi and more “oh wow, that’s cool.”* **Social-First Mindset:** You live online. You know the platforms, the trends, the creators, and what makes a post scroll-stopping. Best practices aren’t just theory; they’re second nature. And you know when to break them for an idea’s benefit.* **Production Savvy:** From scrappy shoots to big-budget productions, you adapt, problem-solve, and lead post-pro like a pro to deliver high-quality work on time.* **Strategic Brain:** You interrogate briefs, uncover insights, and collaborate across creative and strategy to deliver work that’s not just great but also unexpected.* **Strong Presentation Skills:** You can sell an idea, rally a team, and make clients feel like they’re in the best hands.* **Team Builder:** You’re collaborative to the core, love mentoring, and help shape a culture that makes people excited to come to work.* **Proactive Pulse:** You’re always scanning the client’s business, cultural shifts, and social chatter for creative opportunities that feel fresh and relevant.* **Proven Experience:** Significant time spent in an agency or comparable in-house creative environment. You understand the pace, the pressure, and how to thrive in it.**What we offer:** * Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.* Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.* Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.* Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click for more details.\_$75,000—$180,000 USDWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our . California residents should read our . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are a unique team in one of the most beautiful cities in the US. VML Seattle is a small, tight-knit crew that does things their way, with the advantages and backing of a global creative network. Here we believe life inspires our work, so we should live a little. It helps that we have beautiful mountains just an hour away, incredible greenery on every street, and some of the best underground art and culture you’ll ever discover. **What We’re Looking For** * **Art Direction That Pops:** You’ve led the charge on social campaigns, content drops, and activations, whether in-house or agency-side. You have foundational art direction experience that translates across mediums to fit any social platform. Creative versatility and conceptual thinking are key.* **Storytelling That Hits:** You know how to find the human truth in every story and turn complex, opaque ideas into narratives people actually want to share.* **AI Fluency:** You’re plugged into the evolving AI landscape, hands-on with the latest platforms, and can make AI feel less sci-fi and more “oh wow, that’s cool.”* **Social-First Mindset:** You live online. You know the platforms, the trends, the creators, and what makes a post scroll-stopping. Best practices aren’t just theory; they’re second nature. And you know when to break them for an idea’s benefit.* **Production Savvy:** From scrappy shoots to big-budget productions, you adapt, problem-solve, and lead post-pro like a pro to deliver high-quality work on time.* **Strategic Brain:** You interrogate briefs, uncover insights, and collaborate across creative and strategy to deliver work that’s not just great but also unexpected.* **Strong Presentation Skills:** You can sell an idea, rally a team, and make clients feel like they’re in the best hands.* **Team Builder:** You’re collaborative to the core, love mentoring, and help shape a culture that makes people excited to come to work.* **Proactive Pulse:** You’re always scanning the client’s business, cultural shifts, and social chatter for creative opportunities that feel fresh and relevant.* **Proven Experience:** Significant time spent in an agency or comparable in-house creative environment. You understand the pace, the pressure, and how to thrive in it.**What we offer:** * Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.* Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.* Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.* Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click for more details.\_$75,000—$180,000 USDWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our . California residents should read our . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it. #J-18808-Ljbffr