Job Information
Publicis Groupe Creative Art Director (Bicultural Hispanic) in El Segundo, California
Company Description
At Conill Advertising, we believe in creating ideas that can live anywhere. And we believe that when we work as a team, nothing is impossible. We strive to bring out the best in each other and in ourselves and expect applicants to understand the value of close collaboration. We also believe that creating transformational work requires initiative, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a bold commitment to achieving measurable results and business success for the Clients we service.
We are looking for candidates that thrive in a fast paced, collaborative, and team minded environment. Bringing Conill’s core values (Have Integrity, Get Curious, Embrace Diversity, We Deliver, Bring Joy, Pursue Excellence In Your Craft, Permission to Fail, One Team / One Dream, Act With Respect) to life will be critical to your success. It is by exercising those values that we produce an environment that supports our people and our clients. This is a hybrid role, requiring in-office work every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Attendance at the office on all three in-office days is mandatory
Overview
The ideal candidate for our art director position will passionately strive to move the agency’s creative agenda forward. Works closely with copywriter partner to develop ideas for all forms of communication, recognizing that today’s constantly changing media and technology offers new tools and demands new approaches and solutions. Strong digital experience. Creative excellence is essential. Must have a dedication, persistence and passion for relevant, groundbreaking ideas, be organized and an excellent communicator. Spanish is a plus.
Responsibilities
Contribute original ideas for ad campaigns.
Brainstorm copy ideas and creative angles for a client’s ad materials; conceptualize, imagine, and develop executions for television, social media, digital, outdoor, and other media opportunities.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Demonstrate how ideas align with both brand and media strategies.
Ensure visual communication and brand standards are consistently met.
Possess strong understanding and mastery of typography, layout, and imagery.
Have solid knowledge of composition, color theory, and attention to detail.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary project teams (accounts, planning, and social media) to determine client needs.
Attend shoots and editing sessions; supervise the production team.
Oversee and approve executions throughout the production process, working with designers, producers, directors, photographers, and illustrators on multiple projects.
Create the creative deck presented to the client (ideas, visual references, mock-ups, executions, etc.).
Present concepts and solutions clearly and effectively, both within the agency and to clients.
Respond to feedback promptly and efficiently.
Meet all deadlines while managing multiple projects.
Deliver ideas and work that exceed creative expectations and client business goals.
Stay curious about the latest trends, tools, and evolving forms of communication and storytelling.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in advertising, interactive or design related program
4+ years of experience in advertising agencies.
Portfolio or reel must demonstrate the ability to create work that appeals to diverse audiences, with strong conceptual ideas across various media.
A portfolio with 360 campaigns is preferred.
Knowledge of and experience in the Hispanic market are highly regarded.
Proven experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, particularly in mockups, design, multimedia presentations, typography, and photo retouching.
Experience with AI tools and video editing will be valued.
Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
Additional Information
Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.