Associate Creative Director (Los Angeles based)

At TUX, ACDs act as the main day-to-day creative contact for clients. They are hands-on in the creative work and have the ability to elevate strategic thinking from both a creative and business perspective. They are responsible for maintaining a constant “I’ve got you” feeling with clients.

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In most cases, ACDs are responsible for bridging the gap between pitch and masterplan to execution, thoughtfully expanding the agency’s POV across all touchpoints. An ACD should continuously help teams elevate their thinking and craft beyond simple rollout execution. We are always on the lookout for thoughtful visual innovation.

At TUX, ACDs require a solid understanding of all facets of creative craft (design, still and motion art direction, copy), as they are tasked with finding, creating, and maintaining the creative spark of a brand platform or campaign. Depending on the scale of the project, this thoughtful assembly of copy, design, and art direction can be handled directly by the ACD or in collaboration with a team (copywriter, designer, art director).

While an ACD can rely on the support of their Creative Director for deeper strategic direction, it is important that they demonstrate a strong understanding of how brand strategy, production, and media planning intersect. They should be able to think holistically about how these elements influence one another and shape the final output. The ACD is the first line of creative responsibility for timelines, deliverables, and budgets

Core Competencies

Inquisitive about a client’s business challenges
Ability to have dynamic business conversations
Ability to provide strategic creative guidance
Ability to build strong, long-term client relationships
Ability to manage teams with empathy
Positive, motivating leadership skills
High level of autonomy
Strong self-learning mindset (especially with AI)
Dynamic and engaging presentation skills

Craft & Execution

Very strong art direction skills (Most important. Ability to flex across multiple styles and contexts)
Ability to structure and deliver extensive presentations
Ability to structure long-term projects
Ability to manage large-scale deployment campaigns
Production experience (still and motion; AI and 3D are a plus)
Comfortable with graphic design
Figma & Weavy (bonus points)

What We Offer

A 4-day work week with competitive compensation
Offices in Los Angeles (Culver City) and Montreal
A diverse set of international brands and campaigns
Strong in-house production capabilities
A sharp, culturally aware team
A company that’s the right size (not too big, not too small)
A people-first management approach based on collaboration, empathy, and tailored development

Working with us means joining talented, passionate, and supportive teams. It also means thriving in a company culture that values and nurtures curiosity. Yes, you’ll have access to tools and resources to keep learning year-round, but you’ll also dive into offbeat, out-of-the-box projects—perfect for sparking inspiration. Speaking of which: we work a four-day week. Because great ideas don’t just happen at the office between 9 and 5. Oh, and we’re idealists. We’re counting on you to help us build a company that’s more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. If this resonates with you, let’s connect!

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