Associate Creative Director (Art) & Social Content Creator

Reach Agency is an award-winning boutique creative agency that serves large Fortune 500 clients such as Google, Microsoft, Nexxus, Hulu, Marriott, Anheuser-Busch, Nestle, and more!. An AdAge Small Agency of the Year, Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company and Streamy Awards Agency of the Year 2023. Reach is built for the developing world of social video storytelling, helping brands engage with a social generation through influencers, creators, and content. From strategy, creative, and production, to creator marketing and channel management, we do it all. Our team consists of social-first creators, publishers and media innovators who operate small teams to develop big ideas on behalf of our brand partners. Here at Reach Agency, we believe brands need to be more than just social: they need to be influential.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Remote work so you can work where you do your best work
• Unlimited Flexible Time Off (FTO),13 paid holidays, including summer Fridays
• Health, dental and vision benefits inclusive of HMO and PPO plans
• 401k enrollment after three months of hire
• Wifi & cell phone reimbursement 
• Leadership development programs
• Competitive paid leave offered to parents

OVERVIEW:

We are looking for a unique hybrid creative — an experienced Associate Creative Director (Art) who is also a social media content creator across all platforms (CPG brands a plus). The ideal candidate will have a proven background in concepting, developing, and executing social media content at scale and is passionate about making entertaining and engaging creative. You are a dynamic creative professional and proven leader who is committed to developing breakthrough content based on strategic consumer and platform insights. You are a champion for creative excellence and storytelling with a nimble growth mindset and willingness to try things a new way. You are committed to belonging and inclusion and believe that powerful ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Open to strong Senior ADs ready to step into an ACD role.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a remote-first role based in Los Angeles, CA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Art Direction and Design

• Lead the creative vision for assigned accounts and provide expertise on social media — art direction, design, video editing, tone of voice, and platform best practices
• Work autonomously, owning the client-facing creative decks (concept and content) 
• Interpret strategy and creative briefs to help the immediate team understand next steps and application, in many cases owning execution yourself 
• Regularly concept, develop and execute a range of social media posts for assigned brands across platforms.
• Regularly integrate creators and influencers into creative concepts and executions
• Design posts as needed (with support from junior designer)
• Develop and enforce visual style guides
• Keep a finger on the pulse of community, consumer behavior, culture, lifestyle, and social trends to consistently champion highly relevant creative.
• Ensure high-quality creative output at every stage of development from concept to execution and be accountable for the end deliverable(s)

Video Production

• Lead and art direct monthly, in-person photo and video shoots
• Edit photos and videos from in-house shoots (Light motion/FX required)
• Collaborate with production teams, giving direction to creative specialists, including directors, producers, editors, designers, photographers, illustrators, etc.
• Shoot social content with a small team (and solo, as needed)

Team and Account Management

• Oversee creative development and production teams, including a Junior Designer, Social Media Manager, Creators, Producers, and more.
• Partner cross-functionally with internal teams with the goal of improving processes and delivering the best possible outcomes for our clients Organize and resource project teams based on client needs, available resources, and budget parameters, ensuring appropriate allocation of talent for assigned projects
• Present creative concepts and ideas directly to executive-level clients, regularly receiving and applying client feedback.
• Regularly source, onboard, and collaborate with outside vendors, freelance creatives, producers, and crew as needed

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• ~7 years experience leading social media accounts, ideally in an agency setting
• Proven knowledge and passion for social platforms, including TikTok, Meta, YouTube, Reddit, and more 
• Strong video editing skills, including light FX/graphics (think CapCut FX)
• A deep curiosity and understanding of consumers and consumer behavior and what it takes to move them to action
• Mastery in ideating for social media concepts and audiences
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and spoken 
• Experience working with a variety of creative software including the Adobe Suite, CapCut, Google, Microsoft Office suite and Keynote
• Flexibility to work across different brands with different audiences
• Ability to work fast and efficiently — we need someone who leaves the speed of social in their dust
• Experience in CPG food bev is a plus!

This is a full-time position that typically would be based at the Reach Agency offices in Venice, CA, USA. Due to COVID-19, the position is currently remote based on West Coast hours. Reach Agency is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000