Executive Creative Director

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Requirements:

• 15+ years of experience, with a preference for candidates who have worked both brand/platform-side and agency-side, in creative leadership roles. During this time you have built a track record of successful new business wins, as well as award-winning work.
• Proven track record in overseeing the development of creative work across social media, with specific experience working on big idea campaign platforms, as well as with short-form video content and other emerging platforms.
• Significant leadership experience in agency settings or with large brands, capable of leading by example, fostering a positive work environment, and encouraging a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Deep understanding of marketing strategy and branding with the ability to meet and exceed the unexpressed needs of CMOs through insightful proposals and strategic thinking.
• Exceptional communication skills: adept at inspiring teams, selling creative concepts persuasively through well-designed presentation decks, and maintaining robust client relationships.
• Strong capabilities in coaching and helping team members grow, with a passion for spreading joy and a positive attitude in the workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Empower and lead a creative culture that fosters innovative thinking, supports professional growth, and develops the next generation of creative leaders through mentorship and hands-on leadership.
• Support the team in planning and executing visionary creative strategies that align with long-term goals, translating brand visions into high-impact campaigns that drive cultural relevance and community engagement.
• Foster collaboration across departments to deliver cohesive and innovative solutions for both client and internal projects. Work closely with strategy, finance, production, and influencer teams to bring creative concepts to fruition.
• Champion a culture of curiosity and innovation by staying ahead of industry trends, integrating emerging technologies like Generative AI, and continuously adapting to the evolving social media landscape.
• Collaborate with clients, other departments, and new-business teams to support business development through concepting and pitching creative solutions that exceed client expectations and achieve measurable results.
• Support and help build the vision for the future of creativity at M+S, focusing on hiring for growth, from diverse backgrounds, building teams with unique skill sets, and developing new organizational structures or technologies to support creative work and agency growth