Associate Creative Director (Copy)

Envisionit, an established and growing digital marketing agency based in Chicago, is seeking an Associate Creative Director to join our growing team. Our clients span a diverse range of industries—from consumer brands to B2B, fintech to tourism, and everything in between. We're looking for a versatile creative leader with a strong copywriting background to bring to life everything from brands to digital campaigns to large-scale web destinations. You'll work alongside a tight-knit bunch of seriously talented people who genuinely like each other, have fun and work hard for collective success. We have a beautiful office overlooking Millennium Park and Lake Michigan that serves as the perfect setting for collaboration in our hybrid environment (in office Mondays & Wednesdays).

The role:

You're someone who loves digging in deep to understand the complexities of a client's business, but can also think conceptually and lead others to do the same. You geek out about partnering with strategy to uncover insights that inspire big ideas, and you love working with media and analytics teams to stay connected to how campaigns and digital destinations are performing. You're curious by nature—eager to learn new industries, explore different audiences, and adapt your approach to fit each unique challenge. You love branding and have impressive experience in developing and evolving messaging strategies across diverse sectors. You're someone who truly wants to be a trusted partner to our clients, and above all—make a strong impact on the work, the team, and how we drive new business forward.

You will: 

• Drive the creative vision and brand direction for our agency's clients across consumer and B2B sectors
• Channel research and data-driven insights into well-crafted work that delivers upon our client's strategy, business objectives and performance goals
• Coach and mentor writers and designers to take their work from concept to final execution, with support and strategic vision along the way
• Craft cohesive stories that drive emotion and inspire action across all digital channels
• Confidently present ideas and creative concepts to both internal team members and clients
• Partner with tech, media, and analytics team members to ensure our creative is optimized to meet and exceed our clients' goals
• Collaborate with the client services team to accurately estimate creative solutions within budget and time limitations, ensuring effort matches value
• Direct external partners, contractors, and consultants to support internal resources when needed

What we're looking for:

• A great copywriter, with a passion for discovering new ways to tell a brand's story that builds relationships with their audience
• 5+ years delivering high-caliber, boundary-pushing work and coaching other creatives to do the same
• The ability to shift seamlessly between different audiences, industries, and brand voices
• A portfolio that showcases strong concepting skills and project/campaign ownership
• Someone who loves diving in deep to understand your clients' business and becoming their highly valued partner
• A deep understanding of the connection between visual and verbal, and how those elements come together to tell a story
• Confidence without ego

What’s in it for you:

• Flexibility - We strive to support our employees and understand that life is complex with a lot of moving parts. We offer a hybrid in-office/remote environment, generous PTO, summer Fridays and floating holidays beyond the standard holidays.
• Growth opportunities - Every employee has regular check-ins with managers to discuss priorities and goal progress, peer feedback and a framework to share career goals and passions. We are proud to say many people on our leadership team have grown through the ranks of the agency!
• Transparency - We have regular, anonymous surveys for you to share your feedback, an open door policy, regular agency meetings and a suggestion box that is always open for you to share your thoughts and ideas.
• Commitment to company culture - We have a recognition system that is employee-led, a diversity and inclusion committee, monthly events to bring employees together in-person and even weekly happy hours! 
• Commitment to serve - We offer every employee a paid day off each year to volunteer for a cause they are passionate about, and give them the opportunity to share this cause with the rest of the company.
• Office amenities - You’ll have access to a dedicated workspace in our downtown office plus free use of the Prudential building concierge and well-equipped fitness center. There is a stunning rooftop overlooking the lake if you want to work outside on a nice day.
• Ease of transport - Our office is located near the el, Metra and bus stations and there is paid parking underground.

Portfolio with relevant marketing copy samples is required at time of submission, including password if applicable. 

Perks, Salary & Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $115,000 - 125,000 USD. This is a good-faith estimate of the base pay scale for this position and any potential offers will ultimately be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and performance in the interview process.

Our benefits include:

• A hybrid office model, with the option to WFH 2+ days/week
• A minimum of 20 days off yearly + 12 company holidays + summer hours
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance 
• Employer-matched 401k
• Transit benefits, corporate discount programs, free fitness center membership
• Career pathing, dedicated budget towards opportunities for professional growth
• A culture focused on collaboration, curiosity & support, with regular events, volunteerism, and an employee-led recognition program

Due to the high volume of applicants, we are not currently accepting phone calls about employment opportunities or application status. In addition, we cannot pay for relocation expenses or act as an immigration sponsor at this time. Please peruse our website and socials to learn more about us: http://www.envisionitagency.com

At this time, we can only consider candidates from the following US states: FL, GA, IL, IN, MI, MN, NV, OH, SD, TN, WI.

Envisionit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with diverse strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for the work we do. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employee’s points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Envisionit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact HR Manager, Ali Aguilar at [email protected] or 312-262-6602.

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