Associate Creative Director (Full-Time, 6-Month Contract) Job at Ideas United, Atlanta, GA

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  • Ideas United
  • Atlanta, GA

Job Description

Associate Creative Director (Full-Time, 6-Month Contract)

Ideas United is a creative studio built on the power of storytelling. Our progressive model allows our team to take an unconventional approach by finding and fostering emerging talent, we have built a global talent network of 3,500 storytellers working alongside our in-house creatives. We partner with the best in the business from trailblazing brands to pioneering universities and nonprofits. Through authentic, story-driven content, we create high-quality videos (from television ads to digital), events, and more. Our clients (partners) have included leading brands such as Disney, Southern Company, The Coca-Cola Company, and PGA TOUR, along with incredible university & nonprofit partners such as Smithsonian Institution, Emory University, Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, University of Cincinnati Health, and many others. We push boundaries investing in purpose-driven collaborations that create a lasting impact. Together, we lift voices and drive change, amplifying underrepresented perspectives and celebrating the storytellers who shape our world.

We are a team of people with diverse backgrounds, different perspectives, and unique interests. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability has equal opportunities to thrive, collaborate, and create.

Ideas United is seeking an Associate Creative Director for a 6-month, full-time in-house position (+benefits) focused mostly on a partnership within the Healthcare sector. In this role, you'll serve as the creative bridge between Creative Leads and production teams, reporting directly to the VP of Creative. While primarily dedicated to our Healthcare partnership, you may contribute to additional projects and pitches as needed. Your responsibilities will range from leading ideation sessions to hands-on creative execution, always ensuring the highest quality standards across all deliverables.

What You'll Do

  • Translate high-level creative direction into actionable direction and briefs for Lead Writers, Designers, and Editors
  • Work directly with Creative Leads to refine strategic vision and implementation approach
  • Jump between concept development, hands-on execution, and quality review as projects demand
  • Review work at all stages and provide feedback that elevates rather than just redirects
  • Identify when creative work needs strategic realignment versus tactical adjustment
  • Ensure consistency between creative vision and final execution across all project touchpoints
  • Concept and create when projects need additional creative firepower
  • Write, design, or lead as neededwhatever the work requires
  • Model creative problem-solving for teams rather than just delegating it
  • Facilitate creative conversations between different groups
  • Help resolve creative conflicts and keep projects moving forward
  • Support with strategic context and creative direction

Project Timeline:

  • The project is projected to begin around June 10, 2025 and last until around December 10, 2025

What We'll Love About You:

  • Can concept, critique, and refine creative work across disciplines
  • Comfortable working hands-on with creative teams
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments
  • Problem-solver first, title-holder second
  • Willing to do whatever needs doing to make great work
  • Unconstrained by "how agencies usually work"
  • Genuinely excited about creative collaboration

What You'll Love About Us:

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Flexible working schedule + a hybrid-friendly environment
  • Professional growth + internal educational events
  • Dog-friendly office

This is a short-term, high-impact role. You'll jump in fast, contribute immediately, and help us deliver exceptional work under tight timelines.

Ideas United

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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