Creative Agency Art Director

We are:    

Accenture Song is the world's largest tech-powered creative group. We accelerate growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design; technology and experience platforms; creative, media and marketing strategy; and campaign, content and channel orchestration. With strong client relationships and deep industry expertise , we help our clients operate at the speed of culture through the unlimited potential of creativity , technology and intelligence -both human and artificial. Visit us at: accenture. com/song  

You are:  

We are looking for an innovative, forward-thinking, and highly skilled Art Director to join our Accenture Song Creative team. We are looking for a proactive, self-motivated, and inspirational candidate with solid visual design capabilities and a comprehensive understanding of how brands can express themselves across a n ecosystem . At Accenture, you will concept and design solutions as part of an interdisciplinary agency team to i nclude strateg ists , writers, designers, data/analy sts , technology, media and studio production specialists.

The work:  

• Work ing under the direction of creative director and often in partnership with a writer, you will o wn visual concepts and solutions that solve an array of creative challenges while maintaining or developing optimal design workflow

• Oversee and be hands-on in the creation of visual designs and systems, typography, logos, icons and more and applies design principles such as color, typography, photographic selection , organizing elements and usability    

• Conceptualize and design solutions that are on brief, on brand and leverage brand style guides and strategic principles

• Concept, assign, and direct designers, production staff and vendors to fulfill creative vision 

• Prepare flawless deliverables for handoff to developers, producers and clients 

• Present and defend solutions to other creatives , account leaders and clients    

• Thrive on interdisciplinary collaboration with copywriters, designers, project managers, strategists and development team

• Communicate with clients and internal teams in an effective and professional manner 

• Manage and mentor more junior art directors and designers

Basic Qualifications

• At least 5 years of design experience ( in B2B or B2C client work )

• At least 3 years of work experience in an agency environment

• Portfolio or samples of work demonstrating smart, brand-building designs and executions , compelling visual solutions, design and interactive experiences

• Have a track record of diverse experiences and an understanding of current visual trends with   a current aesthetic sensibility  

• Previous experience working within a creative agency or equivalent industry experience in the creative field across all media-including digital, social, film, longform content and print

Bonus points if you have :  

• Bachelor's degree in design, visuals arts, advertising, digital media or related field     

• Comfortable presenting and defending work to internal teams and clients

• Expertise in strategic brainstorming, bran d design and campaig n development

• Experience with Telecomm, Media and Technology (CMT) industry clients

• Experience in using GenAI as part of your workflow

• Ability to multitask, manage simultaneous projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

• Experience in all media platforms - digital, social, film, longform content and print

• Expert in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, etc ), Figma

• Have strong written and verbal communication skills

• Experience in scaled AOR engagements at a design level

• Portfolio includes award-winning, industry-acclaimed work for craft and creativity ( OneShow , AD&D, Cannes, Webbys , Emmys, Andys, Effies , ADC)

• Motion graphics or illustration skills a plus 

• Participate d in new business initiatives 

• Photo/video shoot direction experience 

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York or Washington as set forth below. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

Information on benefits is here. (/ accenture. com/us-en/careers/local/total-rewards)

Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $54,900 to $120,000

Colorado $54,900 to $103,700

District of Columbia $58,400 to $110,400

Illinois $50,800 to $103,700

Minnesota $54,900 to $103,700

Maryland $54,900 to $103,700

New York/New Jersey $50,800 to $120,000

Washington $58,400 to $110,400

What We Believe

We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here (/ accenture. com/us-en/about/inclusion-diversity/us-workforce)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.

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 as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement (/ accenture. com/content/dam/accenture/final/accenture-com/document/Annual-Policy-Statement-Regarding-EEO-2023-Applicant. pdf#zoom=50) .

Requesting An Accommodation

Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation p.