Creative Director, Copy (Skin/Beauty CPG)

<div class="content-intro"><h3><strong>Who We Are</strong></h3> <p>VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement &amp; Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.</p> <p><strong>About WPP</strong></p> <p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite&nbsp;cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel&nbsp;in a single company –&nbsp;powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,&nbsp;to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit&nbsp;<u><a href="http://wpp.com/" data-outlook-id="2714312b-312f-4651-9f88-d8a4e47547bc">WPP.com</a></u>.</p></div><p><strong>Who we are looking for:</strong></p> <p>VML is seeking the next brilliant Creative Director (Copy) with a passion for storytelling, a flair for high-concept thinking and a deep understanding of the skin and beauty category. You’ll lead a team of talented writers and collaborate with art directors, strategists and clients to craft world-class campaigns that elevate brands and resonate with consumers. You should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively; and you must bring excellent skills in client relationship building.</p> <p>We’re looking for someone who can do the job and then surprise us with something we’ve never thought of. A one-two punch of confidence and inspiration. Someone who possesses a talent for transforming great ideas into award-winning creative and has a passion for visual storytelling. We are looking for a Creative Leader who has passion and enjoys selling their ideas as much as they love crafting them.</p> <p><strong>What you’ll do:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Innovative Visionary</strong> |&nbsp;Oversee the translation of the client’s vision into a roadmap that guides our agency, not only to achieve client goals but also to generate work that is creatively brilliant, measurable and impactful.</li> <li><strong>Lead Creative Excellence </strong>|&nbsp;Drive the creative vision for skin and beauty campaigns, ensuring all work meets the highest standards of craft, innovation and strategic alignment.</li> <li><strong>Conceptual Leadership </strong>| Develop bold, breakthrough ideas that push creative boundaries while staying true to the brand’s voice and objectives.</li> <li><strong>Collaborate Across Disciplines </strong>| Partner with art directors, designers, strategists and account teams to create cohesive, integrated campaigns that deliver results.</li> <li><strong>Mentor and Inspire </strong>| Lead, mentor and inspire a team of copywriters, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration and excellence.</li> <li><strong>Award-Winning Work </strong>| Develop campaigns that not only meet client objectives but also earn recognition on national and international stages.</li> <li><strong>Client Engagement </strong>| Serve as a trusted creative partner to clients, presenting ideas with confidence and passion while building strong relationships.</li> <li><strong>Trend Leadership </strong>| Stay ahead of trends in the beauty and CPG industries, ensuring creative work is culturally relevant and resonates with target audiences.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Who you are:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>A Builder </strong>| Process-oriented innovator with an ability and appetite to create and bring people together. Innate ability to marshal people (team and client) and create gravity around ideas.</li> <li><strong>Open and collaborative&nbsp;</strong>| Our team is close-knit and supportive and we’re working with a lot of unknowns – you must be a champion of team environments that are comfortable and encouraging, especially working cross-discipline.</li> <li><strong>Optimistic and resilient&nbsp;</strong>| Dig in and figure out how to work around problems. Provide a balance needed to maintain stamina and positivity.</li> <li><strong>Ego-less&nbsp;</strong>| We all wear the hats that need wearing, it’s a mentality that makes the team successful.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What you’ll need:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>A minimum of 10 years of experience in a major creative agency, preferably in advertising or a related industry, with a strong focus on skin, beauty and CPG brands.</li> <li>A portfolio that demonstrates strong conceptual thinking, a sharp voice and successfully launched client projects on broadcast work, social and everything in between.</li> <li>A proven track record of creating campaigns that have earned recognition at major industry awards (Cannes Lions, D&amp;AD, One Show, Clio, etc.).</li> <li>Experience working on national and international brands, with an understanding of cultural nuances and global campaign development.</li> <li>Exceptional conceptual and writing skills, with a meticulous eye for detail and a passion for high craft.</li> <li>A strategic thinker with the ability to translate brand strategy into compelling creative ideas that drive business results.</li> <li>Deep knowledge of the skin and beauty category, with a pulse on emerging trends, consumer behavior and industry innovation.</li> <li>Strong presentation skills, with the ability to sell ideas to clients and stakeholders.</li> <li>Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage multiple projects simultaneously and to work collaboratively as part of a larger team in a fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Experience managing and mentoring creative teams, fostering collaboration and elevating the work.</li> <li>Practiced time management skills and a strong work ethic.</li> <li>CPG experience a plus.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What we offer:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Passionate, driven people&nbsp;</strong>|&nbsp;We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.</li> <li><strong>Consciously cultivated culture&nbsp;</strong>|&nbsp;We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive&nbsp;community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.</li> <li><strong>Competitive benefits</strong>&nbsp;| What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.</li> <li><strong>Growth-minded opportunities</strong> | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click <a href="https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome" target="_blank">WPP Benefits </a>for more details.</p></div><div class="title">_</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$100,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$230,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB"><span lang="EN-GB">We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</span></span></span></p> <p><span class="normaltextrun"><span lang="EN-GB">WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.</span></span><span class="scxw176048299"><span lang="EN-GB">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p><span class="scxw176048299"><span lang="EN-GB">VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). 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