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Grey, part of WPP's creative network, is seeking a Mid-Level Art Director to develop compelling visual concepts and creative campaigns for cross-channel initiatives. You will work independently to create campaign ideas based on client strategy, producing layouts, moodboards, key visuals, and storyboards for film, digital, out-of-home, and social media. Your role includes maintaining consistent brand identity across all touchpoints, collaborating closely with copywriting partners, and presenting ideas to internal teams and clients.
You will be responsible for developing creative campaign concepts, ensuring visual consistency and modernity across brand touchpoints, collaborating with creative partners to develop ideas that excite both colleagues and clients, and presenting work confidently in internal and client settings. You'll build relationships across departments including strategy and production, and participate in client meetings as needed.
Grey positions itself as a boutique creative agency within WPP's global network—small enough to truly shape work, large enough to drive real impact. The company emphasizes that ideas matter more than ego, with a commitment to "Famously Effective" work across all markets. You'll have access to modern AI creative tools and work in a flat, non-hierarchical environment.
The role is based in Hamburg or Düsseldorf with a hybrid working model. Benefits include up to 45 days work-from-abroad annually, 33 vacation days, public transit or bike-leasing subsidies, wellness program contributions, employee discounts, mentorship programs, and access to WPP's Future Readiness Academy learning platform.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 4 years professional experience in art direction at a creative agency
- Strong, versatile portfolio demonstrating visual talent, graphic sensibility, and conceptual strength in real campaigns
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Continuous development of craft skills (typography, motion, UI/UX, photography)
- Competent use of AI image tools (e.g., Midjourney) in daily work
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment
