Job Description
Who We Are:At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.We are looking for an Art Director/Designer with strong visual storytelling abilities who are comfortable weaving product and lifestyle together in entertaining and authentic ways. You have a strong understanding of the Canadian French market and culture with experience crafting original French creative work, as well as adapting English creative work in order to best appeal to French speakers. You see things differently and love making others do the same. You work and thrive in an open and collaborative team where ideas are bounced around and everyone’s thoughts are heard. You can recognize the potential in ideas and insights and know how to translate them into compelling and clever visuals that speak to people. You have experience in TV, digital video, social and web and are fully versed in Creative Suite, PowerPoint and Keynote. If you’re an effective communicator, driven by curiosity and innovation, and tapped into pop culture, let’s have a chat.In this role, you will need...To be fluently bilingual (French/English) with strong written French language skills including grammar and spellingA passion for creative ideas, and the tact and ability to see them through to final productionTo be an excellent communicator and collaborator Knowledge of the automotive industry an asset but not mandatoryKnowledge of current marketing and advertising trends To concepts and collaborate with creative teams, including other art directors, copywriters and designers To create visually stunning art including layout, typography and photography To maintain our commitment to changing consumer behaviour through disruptive ideas at all contact points.To ensure creative concepts and tactics are on the brand and strategically sound To ensure quality of deliverables and oversee work throughout the production process Ensure creative files are prepped properly for production (digital, print and video) Work with the Creative Director in all areas of creative development Present work to clients with solid rationale and supportBuild presentation decks and visual mock-ups Participate in agency-client and new business activity as requiredYou have...1 – 3 years of art direction/design experience in a creative agency or similar environmentExperience working on retail, in-store or shopper marketing (automotive considered an asset)A College/university diploma in art direction, design or advertising A demonstrated ability to expand thinking to integrated channelsExperience working on large brandsExcellent verbal and written French/English communication skillsProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign) Keynote, MS Office (Word & PowerPoint)Advanced knowledge of typography, layout and colour theoryStrong conceptual and design skills – brand guidelines, logos, poster design and content storytellingAbility to work under tight deadlines, juggle multiple projects and manage time effectivelyStrong problem-solving and critical thinking skills An online portfolio showcasing examples of your best work and thinkingAt VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram,LinkedIn, andX.When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think its a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.