Senior Art Director

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.

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• Conceptualize & Create: Develop and execute award-worthy creative concepts for 360-degree campaigns, from initial idea to final production including TV/film, print, OOH, radio, digital experiences, UX/UI, and experiential activations.
• Craft & Collaborate:Work hand-in-hand with strategy teams to ensure creative work is insightful, effective, and perfectly aligned with brand objectives.
• Lead & Inspire:Confidently present ideas to internal teams and client stakeholders, articulating your vision and bringing others along on the creative journey.
• Innovate & Elevate:Stay on the cutting edge of technology and culture, bringing new ideas and AI-powered tools to the creative process to keep our work fresh and impactful.

• A Creative Force:You possess a portfolio brimming with press-worthy, conceptually driven work that demonstrates excellence across a variety of media, especially for CPG brands.
• A Nimble Thinker:You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can adapt and think on your feet.
• A Storyteller: You have exceptional presentation skills, craft beautiful work, and articulate how your concepts come to life with clarity and impact.

• Proven experience as an Art Director, with a strong portfolio showcasing work for large, recognizable brands and campaigns.
• Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint, Keynote, and a strong familiarity with AI-powered creative tools.
• A deep understanding of how to collaborate with strategy to create work that doesn’t just look good, but drives results.
• Experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) is a plus, but a passion for creating standout work is a must.

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. Details available in the Benefits section.

Base salary range: $60,000 — $140,000 USD.

We 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.

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