Art Director

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.

Details:

• Job Title: Art Director / Designer
  
  Location: Warsaw (Praga Północ) - hybrid model - 2 day per month in our Warsaw office, with the option to work remotely on other days
• Department: Creative
• Reports to: Creative Director

Your role in a nutshell

We are looking for a versatile Art Director / Designer with a passion for bringing ideas to life across all formats - from static visuals and illustrations to motion graphics and AI-generated content. You will be responsible for crafting a wide range of digital and social assets from initial concept to final delivery against the media plan.

This role is perfect for someone fluent in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere) who is curious about how emerging AI tools can elevate creative work. We are looking for someone who understands social media dynamics, is passionate about culture and interior design, and has a drive to create award-winning work.

Note: We are open to candidates at both Junior (1–2 years exp) and Regular/Mid (3–5 years exp) levels.

Your scope & impact:

• Work on campaigns from brief to execution, developing high-quality visual content for social, digital, and integrated media.
• Create engaging motion graphics, short video edits, and animations.
• Maintain consistency across brand guidelines (CI) while experimenting with fresh formats and styles.
• Contribute to creative reviews and brainstorms, providing fresh visual ideas and insights.
• Stay on top of cultural trends, platform updates, and best practices in social content design.

Skills and experience required to be successful in this role include:

• Junior: 1–3 years of experience in an agency or in-house creative setting.
• Regular: 3–5 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects is essential. Knowledge of Figma is an advantage.
• Ability to create assets for digital and social platforms that adhere to latest platform best practices.
• Understanding of how design choices affect storytelling, audience engagement, and brand presence.
• Curiosity and hands-on experience with AI-powered creative tools.
• A genuine interest in culture, interior design and the creative industry.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.

Our offer:

• Growth: Opportunities to expand your skills across copywriting, social-first ideation, and integrated campaigns.
• Impact: Hands-on involvement in campaigns for leading brands with a chance to contribute to award-winning work.
• Culture: A collaborative, supportive creative team environment in an awesome office in the heart of Praga Północ.
• Perks: Access to developmental tools, private healthcare, and other benefits.

HOW TO APPLY Please send us your CV which includes a link to your portfolio. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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