Creative Director

Role: Creative Director

Location: Gurugram

Reporting to: Managing Director – Integrated Media Strategy

Overview

Part of The Weber Shandwick Collective, we're the earned-first global communications agency, led by world-class strategic thinkers and creative activators. We create shared and sustainable value for businesses, people, and society. We energize the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world's leading brands and businesses

Our game-changing work is recognized by some of the most prestigious industry awards bodies, and we have won more than 135 Lions at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. We're also PRWeek's 2024 Global Agency of the Year as well as being listed on the Ad Age A-List 2024 and Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies 2024.

More than ever, organizations need to solve for unprecedented challenges born of technology-driven disruption. We fuse global teams grounded in technology, digital innovation and analytics to help clients. As we live in an always-on world, our brand positioning reflects this need to engage with our always-on audience, just as we advise our clients to do. We inspire. We incite. We shape ideas and conversations, and we activate our global reach for local causes and multinational brands alike, and we're always ready for more problems to solve.

Our Values:

CURIOSITY – We cultivate curiosity and challenge convention. Because solving any problem begins by asking the right questions

INCLUSION – We foster teams and environments built on belonging and openness to possibility. Because the best ideas have no bias

COURAGE – We stand up for what we believe in. Because being comfortable with the uncomfortable is how progress is made

IMPACT – We strive to make a meaningful difference in everything we do. Because we owe it to our people, or clients and the world

About the opportunity:

What will you do?

Lead a creative team to develop breakthrough ideas that drive client reputations and brand engagement.

Co-develop creative strategies, oversee ideation, and set standards for all creative output.

Build strong client relationships and champion innovative programs.

Generate ideas that resonate with audiences, work across channels, and meet or exceed client goals.

Translate briefs into clear creative visions for teams to execute across platforms and media.

Stay current on industry and cultural trends to bring unconventional solutions to the table.

Serve as a trusted authority for clients, enhancing the agency's reputation.

Mentor and develop creative talent, fostering the growth of emerging leaders.

Collaborate with integrated teams to elevate campaigns from conception through completion.

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maximizing team contributions.

Embrace strategic feedback and demonstrate value in client meetings and industry forums.

Understand client businesses and goals, proactively proposing creative content and ideas.

Identify business development opportunities with new and existing clients.

Consolidate, articulate, and present creative ideas persuasively and clearly.

Review and provide feedback on creative briefs, ensuring high-quality output.

You will be a good fit if you…

• Have 8–10 years of experience at a reputed digital agency.
  • Have led the production of creative assets across multiple media and channels.
    • Are experienced in creating assets for bought, owned, and earned media strategies.
      • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, both internal and client-facing.
        • Have strong time and resource management skills.
          • Are knowledgeable about design tools, digital platforms, and media trends.
            • Excel at networking, negotiation, coordination, and organization.
              • Are an analytical thinker with the ability to extract actionable insights.

Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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