Associate Creative Director - Art

Associate Creative Director - Art at Tombras, a national advertising agency, leads art direction, collaborates with senior creatives, and partners with a copywriter to develop TV, social, and digital campaigns from Knoxville, Tennessee (onsite).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CCO, Executive Creative Director, and Creative Directors to implement the client and team vision and direction.
• Partner with a Copywriter to concept and produce TV, social, and digital campaigns.
• Work with leading brands from Knoxville, Tennessee, delivering work from an onsite base.
• Develop original ideas that stand out in the market.
• Pitch concepts and create breakthrough TV, social, and digital work.
• Own projects, take pride in your contributions, and participate in 401K plans.
• Present work to clients and senior leadership with confidence and poise.
• Contribute across the spectrum from high level brand concepting and ideation to daily execution, reflecting the showbiz aspect of the role.

Requirements

• A strong portfolio demonstrating range across TV, social, and digital with clear evidence of work.
• Experience leading teams and managing client relationships.
• Ability to champion ideas while collaborating effectively.
• Sharp instincts to overcome creative blocks and discover fresh angles.
• Exceptional communication skills valued by both clients and teammates.
• A drive to innovate, take calculated risks, and produce work that generates conversation.
• Strong strategic thinking.

Benefits

• Family oriented environment; Tombras has been family-run since inception, fostering a supportive, family-first culture.
• Dog friendly offices.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Generous parental leave for primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Medical coverage options (PPO or High Deductible) for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) participation.
• Employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
• A culture that promotes internal advancement and supports varied, rapid career development.

Where you will be working

Knoxville, TN. Relocation assistance may be provided.