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Art Director

VML

Department: Creative

Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina

Requisition ID: 10575

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. 

Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a talented and visionary Art Director who can seamlessly balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. This role is ideal for a creative leader who brings a holistic perspective to brand communications across all asset types and formats. The ideal candidate will be an experienced designer with strong leadership skills, capable of driving innovative proposals that add value to both the client relationship and the brand's visual identity.

What you’ll do:

  • Collaborate with the Production Lead to align on the team’s agenda and priorities.
  • Ensure the creative quality and consistency of all deliverables.
  • Supervise and oversee the team’s creative output.
  • Actively contribute as a designer, developing new ideas and enhancing both the Brand and the team’s work.
  • Understand and enforce brand guidelines, ensuring compliance across the team.
  • Unify visual communication across all products and assets, elevating overall creative standards.
  • Develop a holistic understanding of the client’s business and products to inform integrated creative solutions.
  • Identify opportunities for flexibility in brand guidelines to amplify visual impact.
  • Build strong relationships with clients, maintaining open collaboration and proposing innovative alternatives.
  • Train and mentor the design team, sharing best practices, methodologies, and techniques to foster growth and creativity.

What you’ll need:

  • Proven experience in art direction, ideally within marketing, advertising, or creative industries.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with a collaborative mindset.
  • Advanced design skills and a track record of delivering high-quality creative work.
  • Ability to think strategically while also executing operational tasks.
  • Deep understanding of branding principles and visual communication strategies.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client engagement and team collaboration.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and a passion for driving creative excellence.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard design tools and software.
  • Fluency in English.

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.

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. 

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

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When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's 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.