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Publicis Groupe Art Director in Toronto, Ontario
Company description
Within Publicis Groupe’s Intelligent Creativity business, we specialize in bringing creative ideas to life, and to consumers.
By combining 100 years of craft excellence with 6,000 experts across 52 locations of the world’s biggest studio network, we leverage the industry’s richest data, through the power of agentic AI, to radically redefine content production with Intelligent Content. We intuitively deliver this through Marcel Make, the world’s first Intelligent Content agent. The result? Predictively performing content that unlocks business growth in unprecedented ways.
No more guesswork. No more waste. Just content that works, working a lot harder.
ThePub is a full-service production offering with 450+ subject matter experts spanning Digital, Video and Print production. We work with some of the biggest brands in Canada & the US on projects ranging from anthem TV spots to social content to (literally) billions of emails and digital assets shot, designed, developed and deployed by our team. No matter the channel, we seek to create experiences and content that leaves a long-lasting impact. And to do it saving you time and money, while still getting you to the best quality product.
Overview
As an Art Director at The Pub, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction of our clients’ digital assets. In partnership with a Copywriter, you will collaborate with a creative team to develop and execute digital concepts (across web, social, and retail touchpoints) for a national (U.S.) client. You’ll thrive in ambiguity, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and ensure all work aligns with brand standards and business objectives.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Creative Directors, Copywriters, and Designers to translate briefs and adjoining style guides into compelling campaigns for our client.
Execute high-volume, tactical creative work across digital channels including web, social, paid media, and retail placements, with a strong focus on production vs. concepting.
Apply and adapt established look-and-feels and brand systems across all executions.
Translate briefs, retail strategies, and evolving client direction into clear, channel-specific executions.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail across layout, typography, imagery, and final outputs.
Rigorously follow and enforce style guides, brand standards, and production specifications across all deliverables.
Oversee the execution and production of video and motion assets, including storyboards, visual direction, and collaboration with production partners.
Review creative for brand compliance, content accuracy, production readiness, and quality before delivery.
Adapt quickly to shifting priorities, tight timelines, and retail-driven deadlines without compromising quality.
Collaborate cross-functionally with account, production, and creative teams to ensure smooth handoffs and on-time delivery.
Present work internally and to clients when required, clearly articulating executional decisions and trade-offs.
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Advertising, Graphic Design or a related field.
5+ years of experience in an art director role, preferably within an advertising agency environment.
Strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of work,
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma.
Excellent project management and production skills.
Strong understanding of branding, typography, color theory, and layout design.
Experience in directing video shoots and collaborating with production teams.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
A keen eye for detail and a passion for creating high-quality, impactful work.
Thrives in an evolving fast paced and creative environment.
Additional information
Publicis Canada is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of our community. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. If you require a specific accommodation please contact Human Resources at 416-925-7733 or by email at inquiries@publicisna.com
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.
Salary
Transparency matters to us. The salary range for this position is CAD $85K - $95K per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data.
AI Use
We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. We believe in a human-first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people.