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Associate Creative Director / Creative Director, Copy

VML

Department: Creative

Expertise: Communications

Location: Hong Kong,

Requisition ID: 7697

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. 

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.  Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. 

We're seeking a visionary leader who can elevate our creative output and drive innovation across multiple channels. While the ideal candidate will have extensive experience, we're open to considering passionate individuals with less experience who demonstrate exceptional potential.

What you'll do:

  • Lead a dynamic creative team on high-profile international and local projects
  • Conceptualize innovative solutions to complex business challenges
  • Translate marketing objectives into compelling, on-brand messaging across various platforms
  • Oversee, inspire, and mentor creatives across a diverse portfolio of global brands
  • Drive integrated campaigns with a focus on storytelling  
  • Contribute to team growth through recruitment and talent development
  • Manage the copy process, ensuring alignment with creative briefs and project scopes
  • Serve as a key client liaison, presenting work at various stages of development
  • Thrive under pressure, demonstrating strong attention to detail and organizational skills, and must possess a strong team-orientation.
  • Foster a collaborative team environment

What you'll need:

  • Native English proficiency is essential; Cantonese proficiency is a plus
  • 8+ years of experience in advertising, with a comprehensive understanding of the industry
  • Proven track record in the financial sector
  • Exceptional copywriting and presentation skills, with the ability to persuade, inform, and gracefully handle client feedback
  • Digital native with expertise in existing and emerging digital channels
  • Background in integrated advertising, experience in social media content creation and strategy is a plus.
  • Open-minded, ambitious, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity.

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At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction. 

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

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When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.