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Executive Creative Director

Appcast · Columbus, OH, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Summary
The Executive Creative Director manages both the creative direction of our existing clients and new business pitches, ensuring each project, no matter how big or small, produces world‑class work. They have created and overseen the smartest, most influential, most awarded work in the business and oversee multiple clients from ask through execution, demonstrating strong leadership, a clear point of view, and motivational skills throughout. They are experts at identifying and nurturing great ideas and great talent.

Job Responsibilities

Maintain and grow our reputation as one of the world’s most creative companies

Grasp the client business at the highest level, and determine how to drive growth

Find creative opportunities on even the most challenging of clients

Inspire work beyond traditional advertising; develop and foster inventive ideas with a point of view on the world

Push for unique ideas in social, digital, and new technology applications

Solve problems by creating integrated systems

Celebrate effectiveness as well as creativity

Fight for smart ideas and find ways to make the impossible tangible

Build client relationships with a deep understanding of clients, their business needs, and our role in their success; establish full client trust in instincts and decisions

Actively pursue new business independently and as part of a greater team, and lead pitches with minimal Chief Creative Officer oversight

Manage the career paths of multiple creative individuals through the Group Creative Director level

Basic Qualifications

12+ years of experience in Creative Direction for both B2B and B2C clients

Portfolio or samples of work demonstrating smart, brand‑building ideas and executions

Preferred Qualifications

Has independently led multiple pieces of $5MM+ business simultaneously

Winner of various awards and accolades for accomplished work

Has been a juror in a distinguished award show

Experience managing career growth and development of creatives at the Group Creative Director level and below

Does not require Chief Creative Officer involvement in work development

Ability to multi‑task across multiple pieces of business and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment

Strong interpersonal skills to work internally and with clients and excellent presentation skills

Compensation & Benefits
Compensation at Accenture varies based on a wide array of factors, including office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 06/30/2026. Accenture offers a market‑competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis protected by law. Accenture is an EEO and affirmative action employer of veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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