Penta Group is hiring a
Associate Creative Director

Summary

Join Penta Group's Brand Strategy team as an Associate Creative Director with art direction and design focus. Lead creative projects from concept to completion, manage visual aspects, and mentor junior creatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
• 8+ years of professional experience in art direction and design, preferably within a creative agency or marketing/advertising environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage creative projects from concept to completion, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work
• Excellent leadership and mentorship skills, with experience guiding junior creatives and fostering a collaborative team culture
• Strong understanding of design principles, including layout, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, with expertise in tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate creative ideas and concepts to clients and team members
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working with external vendors and managing the production process for creative projects

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and execution of effective creative solutions that meet client objectives, in partnership with the Creative Director and Managing Director
• Provide art direction and design leadership across multiple projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables that are on time and within budget
• Oversee the development of creative concepts, often breaking down highly complex industries and situations to resonate with niche, high-value audiences (including policymakers, investors, employees, etc.)
• Develop targeted, multichannel campaigns that consider the following tactics and more: TV, radio, OOH, digital, paid social, events and activations, content sponsorships, podcasts
• Mentor and guide more junior creatives from designers to writers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages innovation and professional growth
• Ensure all work aligns with the client’s brand guidelines and meets the highest standards of visual and copy excellence
• Work closely with copywriters and brand strategists to ensure cohesive integration of visual and verbal elements in all creative materials
• Present creative concepts and deliverables to clients, effectively communicating the strategic and creative rationale behind the work
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices in design and art direction, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance the team’s creative output
• Partner with Creative Operations team members to manage external vendors, such as photographers, illustrators, and production companies, to ensure the successful execution of projects

Benefits

• Excellent health care, vision, and dental coverage provided by United Healthcare with a significant portion of individual employee premiums, and 50% of dependent premiums, covered by the company
• Competitive retirement benefits with a 401(k) matching 100% up to 3% of an employee’s deferred salary, and matching 50% of the next 2% deferred
• Employer paid short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance, with the option to buy additional coverage
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Flexible paid time off and a generous holiday schedule
• Monthly stipend for cell phone
• Optional pet insurance coverage