Art Director (Social, Brand, Experience, Content)

Job Description:

Part of Dentsu Group, Dentsu International is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy. Dentsu delivers people-focused solutions and services to drive better business and societal outcomes. This is delivered through five global leadership brands - Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms.

Powered by 100% renewable energy, Dentsu International operates in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 46,000 dedicated specialists, and partners with 95 of the top 100 global advertisers.

Dentsu Creative is a new global creative agency. Born in Japan, raised in a digital world. We help transform brands and business through the power of Modern Creativity: which creates culture, changes society and invents the future and is accelerated by our deep specialist expertise in digital experience, earned attention and entertainment.

Are you a bold thinker with a passion for crafting ideas that move people and culture? Dentsu Creative ANZ is on the lookout for an Art Director to join our Melbourne team and help shape the future of creativity across one of our biggest clients.

At Dentsu, we’re not just making ads—we’re building experiences that connect, inspire, and drive change. As part of a global network powered by 100% renewable energy, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of creators, strategists, and technologists to deliver work that matters.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the visual development of integrated campaigns across digital, social, print, and motion
• Collaborate closely with copywriters, strategists, and account teams to bring ideas to life
• Present and sell creative concepts with clarity and confidence to both internal teams and clients
• Guide junior creatives and designers, offering mentorship and feedback
• Push creative boundaries while staying aligned with brand strategy and client goals
• Stay plugged into culture, design trends, and emerging tech to keep our work fresh and relevant
• Contribute to pitches and new business opportunities with compelling creative thinking

What you’ll bring:

• 1–2 years’ experience in a creative or agency environment (or a folio that speaks for itself)
• A strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking, craft, and versatility across channels
• A deep understanding of visual storytelling, layout, typography, and branding
• Experience working across social platforms and digital-first campaigns
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• A passion for culture, creativity, and making work that resonates with real people
• Bonus: motion design, animation, or video editing skills

If you’re ready to make your mark with a team that’s redefining creativity in Australia and beyond, we’d love to hear from you.

WORKING WITH US

Joining Dentsu Creative, you will become part of a powerhouse, delivering ideas that are brought alive in new ways that are unparalleled in the market. Along the way, you will team up with inspiring colleagues from award winning agencies 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. There will be no compromise on the opportunities you can experience at Dentsu Creative.

What’s in it for you:

• Join a transforming agency who are putting their people and culture at the forefront of everything we do - collaborative, fun, progressive
• Loads of opportunities to network and build your social circle with team bonding days & nights, learning seminars, industry events and much more
• Bring your whole self to work! We have opportunities to join our DEI workstreams and champion initiatives across the business
• A commitment to corporate social responsibility and being a force for good, including our annual all team 'Day for Change' to support local communities and charities
• Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy
• Attractive remuneration packages, parental leave policies, leave purchase options & much more!
• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company mental health awareness days off per year
• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University
• Huge perks with discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, car purchasing or novated leasing, retail and travel!

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

Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Apply now!

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