THE ROLE We Are Social is looking for a culture-hungry Associate Design Director who wants to make work and presentations that people will love. To do the job well, you’ll need a good sense of social media craft, layout, typography, photography, AI imagery, plus a desire to get your hands dirty. We are seeking someone who lives in the space between pop culture/sports/entertainment/fashion/music/travel. WE ARE A creative agency powered by social connections. That means we thrive on what’s trending and creating campaigns that get people buzzing. We call it “Ideas Worth Talking About,” and we're proud to have played a part in some of the most culturally relevant campaigns of the decade for brands like McDonald’s, Adidas, Universal Studios, and YouTube. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE Our passport program lets you explore and work from one of our 18 other offices worldwide, including Paris, Singapore, Madrid, Dubai, London and more! You best believe we know how to celebrate our wins. And our losses (it’s how we learn). From carbon offsets to community kitchens, we’re passionate about making a difference. YOU ARE A person who thrives in a fast-paced environment, responding quickly and proactively Not interested in just following trends – you want to create them A self-starter, who’ll take ideas from concept to execution, navigating feedback like a pro What matters is your deep understanding of what resonates with social audiences. This role is energetic, innovative and forward-thinking. Alongside engaging with communities, you’ll guide brands by staying ahead of social trends and cultural moments. In return, you’ll join a global agency dedicated to generating buzzworthy ideas for some of the world’s leading brands. WHAT YOU’LL DO CREATIVE: Lead design for client work and agency new business efforts, generating innovative and visually compelling ideas and presentations that align with client objectives and resonate with target audiences. CREATIVE: Design for clients and agency new business efforts and pitch decks, working within brand guidelines while pushing for design excellence. CONTENT CREATION: From photography to videography, design, and platform native tools, you’ll create a wide range of content that suits the client, the moment and the idea. From quick social posts to lo-fi shoots, you have range and the ability to switch between styles while still experimenting and looking for unique opportunities to make work ownable and talked about. STORYTELLING: You’re able to ideate, build, shoot, and edit effective stories that match the quality of each social platform. Design visually engaging presentations, create mockups & do light retouching as needed that help sell creative ideas to top clients in the industry. COLLABORATION: Ability to collaborate across departments, build relationships and navigate team dynamics. Be an active listener for your team members and provide constructive feedback on work and performance. WORKFLOW MANAGEMENT: Manage multiple priorities and assignments. Execute with quick turnaround times for real time moments to deliver high quality work, on-time and with accuracy.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia or related discipline from an accredited college or university 8+ years experience working in creative industries (agency experience preferred) Experienced in creating world class design work: still graphics, motion graphics and editing. A positive attitude. An ability to inspire, influence and motivate others. Willingness to get your hands dirty and lead by example. Experience guiding teams and leading creative projects. Curiosity to learn and create using AI Light editing skills and motion graphics are a bonus!! JOIN US At We Are Social, we celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences. We welcome unique voices and talents, especially those not traditionally embraced by advertising. Discover more about our culture and our work. Let’s make great things together. We Are Social is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For California applicants, you may view We Are Social's Privacy Notice for California Employees and Job Applicants at