Art Director

About Dentsu India:

Awarded the Oscars of the advertising world, The Cannes Global Agency of the Year 2022 (a first for India!) Dentsu International comprises of five leadership brands - Carat, dentsu X, iProspect, Dentsu Creative and Merkle , each supported by its specialist divisions and scaled services. With best-in-class services and solutions in Media, Customer Experience Management (CXM), and Creative, dentsu international operates in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 66,000 dedicated talented employees working together to reach the never before!

Part of dentsu International, dentsu India helps some of the biggest & most interesting brands who are our clients everyday to win, keep and grow their best customers and achieve meaningful progress for their businesses. With best-in-class services and solutions in Media, CXM (Customer Experience Management) and Creative, Dentsu India is the 2nd biggest Advertising agency network in India while the dentsu international is the 5th largest in the world.

In good times and bad, we partner with brands to achieve meaningful progress as we are a force for good & for meaningful growth. Our teams of optimists, entrepreneurs and first-movers coalesce around the needs of our clients, unlocking unique possibilities for sustainable value and lasting change.

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Role Summary:

Brand within Dentsu Internationa l: Dentsu Creative

Job Title : Art Director

Location : Worli, Mumbai, India

Experience : 1 to 4 years of art experience for integrated ad agencies / mainstream media / new media / marketing / advertising / branding / digital marketing agencies & similar roles with mainline or digital agencies. ( Experience in designing from other industries will not be considered for this position )

Role Purpose

We’re looking for a creative and detail-oriented Art Director with hands-on experience in digital and social media design . The ideal candidate should have a strong visual sense, a passion for storytelling, and the ability to translate brand ideas into compelling digital experiences.

Key Accountabilities

• Conceptualize and design digital campaigns across social media, display, video, and other digital platforms.
• Collaborate closely with copywriters, designers, and strategists to create visually engaging brand stories.
• Develop and maintain visual consistency across campaigns and client touchpoints.
• Work on design adaptations and ensure timely delivery of creative assets.
• Stay updated with digital design trends, emerging formats, and creative innovations.
• Present creative ideas and design mockups to internal teams and clients when required.
• Work on diverse brands, with a preference for experience in automotive brands (not mandatory).

Professional Skills:

• Experience: 1–3 years of experience as an Art Director or Visual Designer in a digital or creative agency .
• Education: Graduate from a reputed art school .
• Strong conceptual thinking with the ability to translate ideas into visually engaging campaigns.
• Hands-on experience with design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Deep understanding of digital-first creatives, social media, and emerging design trends.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate design concepts effectively.
• Strong portfolio showcasing digital-first campaigns and social media creatives.
• Ability to think conceptually and deliver ideas that align with brand tone and objectives.
• Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.

To apply, pls apply here as well as send us your updated CV mentioning the below details to sonam.malik@dentsu.com (so we are able to process your candidature faster):

Email subject: Ref: LinkedIn – Art Director with Dentsu Creative, Mumbai

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Working with us

By joining Dentsu Creative, you will be part of a creative network, delivering ideas that are brought alive in new ways. Along the way, you will team up with inspiring people worldwide and become part of a truly inclusive culture where everyone is given the opportunity to thrive and create the best work of their careers, always learning and always listening to shape ideas, create culture and change behaviour. By bringing together the capabilities, experience and relationships of our collective experts, the opportunities for personal growth and development are endless.

Our Values

We believe our work can only resonate in the modern world if the people behind it reflect the modern work. We can only be truly relevant when we create a truly inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. That means – we are tough on the work but gentle with each other. We lead with empathy and are always listening and always learning. We support each other, we cheer for each other, we win together. We celebrate difference as the only way to make the work that makes a difference.

Next Steps

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