Job Description
Forsman & Bodenfors is a global, fully integrated, creative agency. We make marketing inventions that create breakthroughs for businesses and brands. We defy the notion that there are no new ideas by pushing ourselves to find new insights, perspectives, processes and technologies that allow us to break the marketing mold. We are laser-focused on creating the right circumstances for everyone to do the best work of their careers at F&B. One way we do that is by supporting autonomous client teams. The team is accountable together. We trust each other—all voices matter. We work together to find solutions, strategies, messages, ideas, and innovations—that we all believe in. We believe in equal pay for equal work, have gender pay equity everywhere in the Global Collective, and are Fair Pay Workplace Certified. Compensation is evaluated annually to ensure that your earning potential grows as your level of impact and responsibility grows. We are looking to bring on a new Creative Team (Art Director & Copywriter); and the salary for each role in Toronto, Ontario will be in the CAD$60K-$70K range. Creative teams should apply together Don’t have a partner? We still want to hear from you Individual applications will also be considered, though our preference is for a pair already matched. Learn more about careers and culture at Forsman & Bodenfors on our website at www.forsman.com/people What will it entail? The Art Director, in partnership with the Copywriter, develops strategically sound ideas for a range of brands, audiences and marketing channels (social & digital, print and broadcast), in addition to overseeing the design and visual look of ads or commercials. You will generate and execute creative solutions for clients, while ensuring creative cohesiveness from concept to production. The Copywriter will develop, write, edit and oversee copy revisions to ensure the creative integrity of the product and ensure that the clients’ creative strategy and project objectives are met. You are both strong strategic thinkers who consider the big picture in addition to the small details in order to deliver the best product. Concept Development and Design: Attend client briefings and brainstorming sessions Develop and implement marketing strategies Develop interactive design solutions Create multiple concepts (per project) Production: Prepare presentations and review layouts Send completed artwork to studio Supervise studio and print production quality Management and Direction: Provide input to internal creative processes Client Interaction: Present creative work to the client and help to sell-in agency recommendations Receive feedback from client on copy material Who are we looking for? A Creative Team with a proven track record in an advertising agency, and experience across channels and industries Demonstrated track record of client relationship development and service Someone with strong communication and analytical skills, with 360° thinking to lead the work and teams Someone who thrives when collaborating with internal teams across disciplines A confident and seasoned presenter, who can present creative work to the client and help to sell-in agency recommendations The ability to manage multiple workstreams and projects simultaneously An eagerness to try (and adopt) new applications and working methods A dedication to delivering great work We are currently following a hybrid work model and share our time between our Toronto office located downtown at King & Parliament, and our home offices. Employees need to be within accessible and commutable distance to the office. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we invite women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities to submit their application. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are building the most inclusive and the most collaborative culture so that we can all do the bravest work of our careers. We thank all applicants that apply and appreciate your patience; due to a high volume of responses we will review all applicants, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.