Full-Time

Associate Creative Director

Art

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Barkley

501-1,000 employees

Full-service marketing and advertising agency

Consulting

Consumer Software

Consumer Goods

Mid

Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid schedule requires in-office presence in Chicago.

Category

Concept Art

Graphic Design

Art, Graphics & Animation

Requirements

Strong design skills in addition to creating unique visual solutions through the mixed media of pop and subcultures

Responsibilities

Be based out of our Chicago office in a hybrid schedule
Mentor more junior members of the team
Gain a thorough understanding of the client's business and industry
Lead a piece of business with passion, vision and maturity
Present to clients and sell work
Build relationships within BarkleyOKRP and with clients
Make amazing work – both as a leader and a doer

We’re looking for a creative sergeant with a contagious love for problem solving. Somebody who knows the importance of craft, going beyond briefs and takes pride in helping everybody around them make great work.

Our future ACD Art is a concept-machine that uses their design skills to turn good ideas into holy-crap experiences. In return for being a creative force-multiplier, we’ll set you up with an amazing writer to work on national QSR brands among other accounts – on 360 work and things that aren’t even a thing yet.

Ready, Willing and Equipped To:

Be based out of our Chicago office in a hybrid schedule
Mentor more junior members of the team
Gain a thorough understanding of the client’s business and industry
Lead a piece of business with passion, vision and maturity
Present to clients and sell work
Build relationships within BarkleyOKRP and with clients
Make amazing work – both as a leader and a doer

Performance Standards:

Client communication plan and campaign objectives are met
Creative work is outstanding and on strategy
Strong design skills in addition to creating unique visual solutions through the mixed media of pop and subcultures
Work is on target, on time, and within budget
Client and agency management express confidence in leadership abilities
Wise, responsible decision making ability
Client satisfaction ratings are high

BarkleyOKRP’s Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We believe being radically diverse and inclusive is the key to becoming one of the world’s great creative idea companies. By embracing everything that makes our partners who they are and what makes them unique to the world around them, we create the conditions and capacity to help creative, original thinking thrive.
BarkleyOKRP is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging as part of our corporate strategic goals, supported by a formal DEI+B program, Employee Resource Groups, Director of Diversity leadership and agency commitment to The Brand Lab, Creative Accelerator, Fellowship, MAIP, and BLAC.

Barkley

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Barkley is a marketing and advertising agency focused on creating modern brands for today's consumers. They work across various sectors, including consumer goods, finance, healthcare, non-profit, restaurant, retail, and travel, serving clients like Delta Faucet, U.S. Bank, AMC Theatres, and Motel 6. Barkley offers a wide range of marketing solutions, including advertising, communication, product innovation, media strategy, and talent management. Their approach is based on deep consumer insights, allowing them to develop campaigns that resonate with audiences and keep brands relevant. Revenue is generated through tailored services such as experience design, digital platform optimization, influencer activations, and creative campaign development. By blending brand marketing with performance marketing, Barkley helps clients achieve their goals, whether launching new products or enhancing consumer engagement.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$5.1M

Headquarters

Kansas City, Missouri

Founded

1964

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

The merger with OKRP and acquisitions like Adlucent and Smiths Agency provide employees with opportunities to work on a broader range of high-profile clients and projects.
Barkley's commitment to 'Whole Brand Thinking' and ESG issues aligns with the growing consumer demand for purpose-driven brands, offering employees a chance to work on meaningful and impactful campaigns.
The company's diverse client base across multiple industries ensures job stability and a wide array of experiences for employees.

What critics are saying

The rapid expansion through mergers and acquisitions could lead to integration challenges, affecting company culture and operational efficiency.
The highly competitive marketing and advertising industry requires constant innovation, which can be stressful and demanding for employees.

What makes Barkley unique

Barkley's merger with OKRP and acquisitions like Adlucent and Smiths Agency significantly expand its capabilities and market reach, setting it apart from other independent agencies.
Their focus on 'Whole Brand Thinking' and deep consumer insights ensures that campaigns are not only creative but also data-driven and relevant to modern consumers.
Barkley's ability to offer a comprehensive suite of services, from digital platform optimization to influencer activations, makes it a one-stop shop for diverse marketing needs.

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