We are looking for a Group Creative Director specializing in art direction—who is driven to connect with every audience (both internally and across platforms). A resourceful problem solver that channels contagious energy to inspire and lead. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we "feel" it. Our creative leaders are prolific and iterative in their approach to the work. They’re deeply collaborative, transparent communicators who always endeavor to "bring something extra" to each assignment. Egoless creativity is key. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES * The GCD is responsible, in the area of creative for: <ul><li>Working with a Group Creative Director Copy partner, you will run the day-to-day on key pieces of existing business. You'll be our work's greatest advocate, able to process feedback then respond with creative that exceeds expectations. </li></ul> <ul><li>Know the big idea when you see it, but also recognize little nuances that give the perfect tone and texture. </li></ul> <ul><li>Pitching new business will be central to your role. Your track record of helping agencies win new accounts will serve you well. The ability to inspire and awe potential client partners with great work and a sense of presentational showmanship is a must. </li></ul> <ul><li>Managing the creative process with PMs and your partner will be key. You will have several balls in the air at once and need to keep things flowing smoothly, while continually reviewing and optimizing every piece of work - sometimes under changing deadlines and parameters.</li></ul> <ul><li>Inspiring and motivating your creative team will be a daily practice and one that should excite you vs. drain you. You'll galvanize them to cultivate and craft ideas based on the truest human insights and challenge them to be bold and brilliant. On time and on budget.</li></ul> <ul><li>Setting the look/tone/feel for any and all creative campaigns. </li></ul> <ul><li> Managing productions as needed.</li></ul> <ul><li>Performing other duties as required or assigned that at are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.</li></ul> EDUCATION, TRAINING <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree </li><li>10+ years industry experience, or applicable work experience, and strong recommendations</li><li>Experience leading large, integrated, cross-channel campaigns – and a killer book to boot.</li></ul> SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Plays nicely with others</li><li>Possess strong art direction skills / background</li><li>Believes in great work and knows it when they see it</li><li>Be both right brained and left brained - but never overthink work</li><li>Willing to dive in head first to any assignment-big or small </li><li>Client-facing. Strong presentation skills</li><li>A passion for all things art: type, photography, color, film etc. </li><li>Strong broadcast production background</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguity and change</li><li>Exceptional time-management, organization, written/verbal communication and presentation skills </li><li>Energy, curiosity and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines</li><li>A passion and expertise for managing talent – you'll come in ready to lead and develop a seasoned creative team</li></ul> HOURS WORKED Full-time employees are required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Work hours vary by customer need and role. OKRP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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Group Creative Director - Art

JOB SUMMARY We are looking for a Group Creative Director (GCD) specializing in copywriting—who is driven to connect with every audience (both internally and across platforms). A resourceful problem solver that channels contagious energy to inspire and lead. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we "feel" it. Our creative leaders are prolific and iterative in their approach to the work. They’re deeply collaborative, transparent communicators who always endeavor to "bring something extra" to each assignment. Egoless creativity is key. RESPONSIBILITIES The GCD is responsible, in the area of creative for: <ul><li>Working with a Group Creative Director Art partner, you will run the day-to-day on key pieces of existing business. You'll be our work's greatest advocate, able to process feedback then respond with creative that exceeds expectations. </li></ul> <ul><li>Know the big idea when you see it, but also recognize little nuances that give the perfect tone and texture. </li></ul> <ul><li>Pitching new business will be central to your role. Your track record of helping agencies win new accounts will serve you well. The ability to inspire and awe potential client partners with great work and a sense of presentational showmanship is a must. </li></ul> <ul><li>Managing the creative process with PMs and your partner will be key. You will have several balls in the air at once and need to keep things flowing smoothly, while continually reviewing and optimizing every piece of work - sometimes under changing deadlines and parameters. </li></ul> <ul><li>Inspiring and motivating your creative team will be a daily practice and one that should excite you vs. drain you. You'll galvanize them to cultivate and craft ideas based on the truest human insights and challenge them to be bold and brilliant. On time and on budget. </li></ul> <ul><li>Setting the look/tone/feel for any and all creative campaigns. </li></ul> <ul><li> Managing productions as needed.</li></ul> <ul><li>Performing other duties as required or assigned that at are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.</li></ul> EDUCATION, TRAINING <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree</li><li>10+ years industry experience, or applicable work experience, and strong recommendations</li><li>Experience leading large, integrated, cross-channel campaigns – and a killer book to boot.</li></ul> SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES <ul><li>Plays nicely with others. </li><li>Possess strong copywriting skills / background</li><li>Believes in great work and knows it when they see it </li><li>Be both right brained and left brained - but never overthink work</li><li>Willing to dive in head first to any assignment-big or small </li><li>Client-facing. Strong presentation skills </li><li>Strong broadcast production background</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguity and change</li><li>Exceptional time-management, organization, written/verbal communication and presentation skills </li><li>Energy, curiosity and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines</li><li>A passion and expertise for managing talent – you'll come in ready to lead and develop a seasoned creative team</li></ul> OKRP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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Group Creative Director - Copy

We are looking for a Creative Director specializing in art direction—who is driven to connect with every audience (both internally and across platforms). A resourceful problem solver that channels contagious energy to inspire and lead. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we "feel" it. This is a job for a maker and a leader. Working with a CD CW, you will manage and lead assigned creative projects. You will also be responsible for contributing creative ideas to these assignments. Egoless creativity is key. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The CD AD is responsible, in the area of creative for: <ul><li>Directly supporting your GCDs on your brand team’s creative development and championing the executions best aligned with strategic reasoning forward.</li></ul> <ul><li>Working with your Creative Director Copy partner, you will co-manage and contribute to the day-to-day on key pieces of existing business.</li></ul> <ul><li>Processing feedback and responding with creative that exceeds expectations.</li></ul> <ul><li>Knowing the difference between an execution and a big idea.</li></ul> <ul><li>The ability to inspire and awe client partners with great work and a sense of presentational showmanship is a must.</li></ul> <ul><li>Willing to raise your hand and help others when workload allows.</li></ul> <ul><li>Managing the creative process with PMs and your partner will be key. You will have several balls in the air at once and need to keep things flowing smoothly, while continually reviewing and optimizing every piece of work – sometimes under changing deadlines and parameters.</li></ul> <ul><li>Mentoring, nurturing and creatively challenging ACDs, senior and lower level teams and those reporting to you on a daily basis.</li></ul> <ul><li>Performing other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.</li></ul> EDUCATION & TRAINING: <ul><li>10 years minimum agency experience</li></ul> <ul><li>Excellent recommendations</li></ul> <ul><li>Strong portfolio of work that features integrated big ideas brought to life through a wide-range of media channels</li></ul> REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KNOWLEDGE: <ul><li>Possess strong art directing background / skills</li><li>Plays nicely with others</li><li>Willing to dive in head first to any assignment big or small.</li><li>Be both right brained and left brained – but never overthink work</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguity and change</li><li>Believes in great work and knows it when they see it</li><li>Strong client-facing and presentation skills</li><li>Exceptional time-management, organization, written/verbal communication and presentation skills</li><li>Energy, curiosity and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines</li><li>A passion and expertise for doing great work— along with your partner, you'll come in ready to contribute and grow as a creative team</li><li>The desire and ability to manage talent – you'll come in ready to lead and develop less seasoned teams</li></ul> PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL STANDARDS Standing, walking, reaching, stooping, crouching, twisting, bending, crawling WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT Typically, this is an office environment which can involve periods of sitting, standing, bending, twisting HOURS WORKED Full-time employees are required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Work hours vary by need and role.
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Creative Director - Art Direction

We are looking for a Creative Director specializing in copywriting—who is driven to connect with every audience (both internally and across platforms). A resourceful problem solver that channels contagious energy to inspire and lead. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we "feel" it. This is a job for a maker and a leader. Working with a CD Art Director, you will manage and lead assigned creative projects. You will also be responsible for contributing creative ideas to these assignments. Egoless creativity is key. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The CD CW is responsible, in the area of creative for: <ul><li>Directly supporting your GCDs on your brand team’s creative development and championing the executions best aligned with strategic reasoning forward.</li></ul> <ul><li>Working with your Creative Director AD partner, you will co-manage and contribute to the day-to-day on key pieces of existing business.</li></ul> <ul><li>Processing feedback and responding with creative that exceeds expectations.</li></ul> <ul><li>Knowing the difference between an execution and a big idea.</li></ul> <ul><li>The ability to inspire and awe client partners with great work and a sense of presentational showmanship is a must.</li></ul> <ul><li>Willing to raise your hand and help others when workload allows.</li></ul> <ul><li>Managing the creative process with PMs and your partner will be key. You will have several balls in the air at once and need to keep things flowing smoothly, while continually reviewing and optimizing every piece of work – sometimes under changing deadlines and parameters.</li></ul> <ul><li>Mentoring, nurturing and creatively challenging ACDs, senior and lower level teams and those reporting to you on a daily basis.</li></ul> <ul><li>Performing other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.</li></ul> EDUCATION & TRAINING: <ul><li>10 years minimum agency experience</li></ul> <ul><li>Excellent recommendations</li></ul> <ul><li>Strong portfolio of work that features integrated big ideas brought to life through a wide-range of media channels</li></ul> REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KNOWLEDGE: <ul><li>Possess strong art directing background / skills</li><li>Plays nicely with others</li><li>Willing to dive in head first to any assignment big or small.</li><li>Be both right brained and left brained – but never overthink work</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability in the face of ambiguity and change</li><li>Believes in great work and knows it when they see it</li><li>Strong client-facing and presentation skills</li><li>Exceptional time-management, organization, written/verbal communication and presentation skills</li><li>Energy, curiosity and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines</li><li>A passion and expertise for doing great work— along with your partner, you'll come in ready to contribute and grow as a creative team</li><li>The desire and ability to manage talent – you'll come in ready to lead and develop less seasoned teams</li></ul> PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL STANDARDS Standing, walking, reaching, stooping, crouching, twisting, bending, crawling WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT Typically, this is an office environment which can involve periods of sitting, standing, bending, twisting HOURS WORKED Full-time employees are required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Work hours vary by need and role.
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Creative Director - Copywriting

JOB SUMMARY We are looking for Art Directors that are searching to find the big idea and also have the passion to sweat the details. A problem solver with soul that finds solutions that feel both human and true, drawing insights from the real word. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we "feel" it. Our creatives are prolific and iterative in their approach to the work. They’re deeply collaborative, transparent communicators who always endeavor to "bring something extra" to each assignment. Egoless creativity is key. People that work at OKRP are smart, driven and collaborative. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES * The Art Director is responsible, in the area of creative for: <ul><li>Working with a Copywriter, you will deliver strategic concepts and art direction across existing clients. You'll be our work's greatest advocate, able to process feedback then respond with creative that exceeds expectations. </li><li>Always strive to find the big idea, but also recognize little nuances that give the perfect look and texture. </li></ul> <ul><li>Working with CDs and GCDs you will seek out improvement, both in the work that is created and growth as an individual. The Art Director should always be looking to master their craft and improve on their skills.</li><li>Ownership is key to success. The Art Director is responsible for the execution of ideas across TV, print, digital and social channels while directing photographers, illustrators, animators and junior designers with the utmost attention to detail. </li><li>Participating in all meetings, calls and creative briefings for the internal creative team.</li><li>Supporting day-to-day creative deliverables, as Creative Directors deem appropriate.</li><li>Routing creative / copy internally through proper approvals with managing creatives</li><li>Managing projects’ creative assets and schedules to ensure on-time deliverables</li><li>Working with CDs and GCDs to seek out constant improvement in the work that is created and growth as an individual. The Copywriter should always be looking to master their craft and improve on their skills.</li><li>The Art Director should be highly iterative and refuse to settle. </li><li>Staying current on trends beyond advertising – understanding what is relevant in. </li><li>Will perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.</li></ul> Education<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in English, writing or related field is a plus</li></ul> Experience <ul><li>3-5+ years industry experience, or applicable work experience, and excellent recommendations</li><li>Experience working on large, integrated, cross-channel campaigns – and a killer book to boot</li></ul> SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES<ul><li>Possess strong art direction background / skills</li><li>Be both right brained and left brained - but never overthink the work.</li><li>Resilient in the face of ambiguity and change</li><li>Possess strong communication skills</li><li>Exceptional time-management, organization, written/verbal communication skills </li><li>Energy, curiosity and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines</li><li>A passion and expertise for art, design and photography.</li><li>Fluent in GSuite, shared Google documents and familiarity with Keynote</li></ul> PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL STANDARDS Standing, walking, reaching, stooping, crouching, twisting, bending, crawling WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT Typically, this is an office environment which can involve periods of sitting, standing, bending, twisting HOURS WORKED Full-time employees are required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Work hours vary by need and role.
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Art Director

We are looking for Junior Art Directors that are searching to find big ideas that also have the passion to sweat the details. A problem solver with soul that finds solutions that feel both human and true, drawing insights from the real word. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we "feel" it. Our creatives are prolific and iterative in their approach to the work. They’re deeply collaborative, transparent communicators who always endeavor to "bring something extra" to each assignment. Egoless creativity is key. The Jr. Art Director is responsible, in the area of creative for: <ul><li>Working with an existing (exceptionally talented!) OKRP copywriter, you will deliver strategic concepts and art direction to existing clients.</li></ul> <ul><li>Passion for art and design are a must, but an unending curiosity and need to improve is essential to success. As a Jr. Art Director you need to be highly iterative and resilient, constantly looking to improve on your quality of your work as well as your skills as a creative.</li></ul> <ul><li>As a collaborative team player, the Jr. Art Director will help support their team and help develop ideas across TV, print, digital and social advertising. Meticulous attention to detail is expected to execute the creative successfully.</li></ul> <ul><li>The Sr. Art Director should consider themselves a maker. Someone with a passion for finding beauty in the real world to inspire work. This person should be a self-starter with a willingness to roll up their sleeves and get the job done.</li></ul> <ul><li>The Sr. Art director should be current on trends beyond advertising – understanding what is relevant in both culture and technology.</li></ul> <ul><li>People that work at OKRP are smart, driven and collaborative. They care about each other and are expected to help each other grow as creatives and as people.</li></ul> <ul><li>Performing other duties as required or assigned that at are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.</li></ul> Skills, Knowledge and Ability: <ul><li>Possess strong art direction background / skills</li></ul> <ul><li>Be both right brained and left brained</li></ul> <ul><li>Must know Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign</li></ul> <ul><li>Resilient in the face of ambiguity and change</li></ul> PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL STANDARDS Standing, walking, reaching, stooping, crouching, twisting, bending, crawling WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT Typically, this is an office environment which can involve periods of sitting, standing, bending, twisting HOURS WORKED Full-time employees are required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Work hours vary by need and role.
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Junior Art Director

We are looking for Senior Art Directors that are searching to find the big idea, but also have the passion to sweat the details. A problem solver with soul that finds solutions that feel both human and true, drawing insights from the real world. At OKRP, we believe work is ready when we "feel" it. Our creatives are prolific and iterative in their approach to the work. They’re deeply collaborative, transparent communicators who always endeavor to "bring something extra" to each assignment. Egoless creativity is key. The Sr. Art Director is responsible for: <ul><li>Working with a Sr. Copywriter, you’ll deliver strategic concepts and art direction across clients. Together, you'll be your work's greatest advocate, able to process feedback then respond with creative that exceeds expectations. </li></ul> <ul><li>Always strive to find the big idea, but also recognize little nuances that give the perfect look and texture. </li></ul> <ul><li>Working with CDs and GCDs you will seek out improvement, both in the work that is created and growth as an individual. You should always be looking to master your craft and improve on their skills.</li></ul> <ul><li>Ownership is key to success. You’ll be responsible for the execution of ideas across TV, print, digital and social channels while directing photographers, illustrators, animators and junior designers with the utmost attention to detail. </li></ul> <ul><li>Be current on trends beyond advertising – understanding what is relevant in both culture and technology. </li></ul> <ul><li>People that work at OKRP are smart, driven and collaborative. They care about each other and are expected to help each other grow as creatives and as people. </li></ul> <ul><li>Performing other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.</li></ul> Experience: <ul><li>5+ years industry experience, or applicable work experience, and strong recommendations</li></ul> <ul><li>Experience working on large, integrated, cross-channel campaigns – and a killer book to boot.</li></ul> Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: <ul><li>Possess strong art direction background / skills</li></ul> <ul><li>Be both right brained and left brained - but never overthink the work.</li></ul> <ul><li>Resilient in the face of ambiguity and change.</li></ul> <ul><li>Exceptional time-management, organization, written/verbal communication skills.</li></ul> <ul><li>Energy, curiosity and an ability to maintain your sense of humor under tight timelines and long hours.</li></ul> <ul><li>A passion and expertise for art, design and photography.</li></ul>
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Senior Art Director in IL by OKRP

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