Creative Director

<p class="p2"><span class="s1">At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create ideas, experiences, and stories that move people and brands forward. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we craft culturally resonant work that blends creativity, storytelling, design, technology, and innovation to create meaningful impact.</span></p> <p class="p2"><span class="s1">As a Creative Director, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to shape ambitious creative work across campaigns, brand experiences, events, content, film, digital platforms, and experiential activations. This role is open to creatives from either an Art Direction or Copywriting background who combine strong conceptual thinking with strategic clarity, storytelling instincts, and a passion for craft.</span></p> <p class="p2"><span class="s1">You will define and guide creative narratives from brief through execution, collaborating closely with strategists, designers, writers, technologists, filmmakers, producers, and clients to create work that connects emotionally, culturally, and commercially.</span></p> <p class="p3"> </p> <p class="p3"><span class="s1"><strong>Role Requirements</strong></span></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Lead the development of innovative creative ideas and storytelling across campaigns, brand experiences, events, activations, and digital communications.</span></li> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Translate strategic insight into compelling narratives, concepts, and culturally relevant creative solutions.</span></li> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Inspire and mentor multidisciplinary creative teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.</span></li> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Present ideas confidently and persuasively to clients, stakeholders, and internal teams.</span></li> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Work closely with strategy, production, design, technology, and account teams to deliver integrated creative experiences.</span></li> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Oversee projects from concept through execution, ensuring exceptional creative quality and consistency.</span></li> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Contribute to experiential and event-led work, including launches, installations, immersive experiences, and cultural moments.</span></li> <li class="li4"><span class="s1">Build strong