The Position

We are currently seeking a talented and enthusiastic individual experienced in strategy creation and creative thinking,to join our team as an "Executive Creative Director". This role is crucial in helping us deliver outstanding creativity and strategy that align with our clients' visions and our agency's high standards. (Candidates must be residing in Istanbul.)

The Person

·     10+ years of experience in a similar role with a strong background in copywriting and strategic thinking,

·     Capable of creating for any media medium as an “ideator”,

·     Able to closely follow new technologies and integrate them into creative processes,

·     Proficient in English (thinking, writing, and preparing presentations in English),

·     Experienced in receiving and implementing brand briefs (both global and local),

·     Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate the creative team,

·     Original, versatile thinker with a passion for self-improvement,

·     Experienced in research and strategic thinking,

·     Experienced in preparing and presenting ideas/projects,

·     Preferably experienced in both B2C & B2B brand communication,

·     Able to present portfolio.

The Job

·      Define Creative Strategy: Set the overall creative vision and strategy for brands, aligned with the agency's goals and client needs.

·      Lead Creative Teams: Oversee and mentor creative teams, provide ongoing feedback, mentorship, and support to creative team members, fostering professional growth.

·      Pitch Development: Lead the creation and presentation of pitches to prospective clients, showcasing the agency’s creative capabilities.

·      Conceptual Oversight: Oversee the development of creative concepts, ensuring they are on-brand, innovative, and meet client objectives.

·      Approval of Creative Work: Review and approve all creative outputs, from concepts to final deliverables, ensuring high quality and alignment with the creative strategy.

·      Foster Innovation: Encourage creativity and innovation within the team, ensuring the development of groundbreaking ideas.

·      Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their vision, brand, and objectives, translating these into effective creative strategies.

·      Brand Consistency: Ensure all creative work is consistent with the client’s brand guidelines and positioning.

·      Talent Recruitment and Retention: Attract, develop, and retain top creative talent within the agency.

·      Stay Updated on Trends: Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and creative techniques to maintain the agency's competitive edge.

What to expect:

• A creatively driven and collobrative work environment
• Private health insurance plan
• Success fees based on team performance
• Annual individual bonus
• Hybrid working environment
• Annual training budget for self-selected career development
• Company-sponsored English lessons at all levels

Please add your portfolio and your cover letter highlighting your best work or successes in your application. Candidates must be residing in Istanbul.

We look forward to reviewing your application.