Senior Art Director
We Are Social
| Company | We Are Social |
| Category | Design |
| Location | Toronto |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workable) |
Description
THE ROLE We are looking for a Senior Art Director to join our growing Creative team. This is a team of brand thinkers with a deep passion for social because it’s where culture and audience insights take off. This is a client facing role for someone who lives to solve business problems through collaboration. Creative briefs are their love language and slides make them happy. WE ARE A creative agency powered by social connections. That means we thrive on what’s trending and creating campaigns that get people buzzing. We call it “Ideas Worth Talking About,” and we're proud to have played a part in some of the most culturally relevant campaigns of the decade for brands like McDonald’s, Adidas, Universal Studios, and YouTube. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE We like to laugh, we live for celeb gossip and we’re great on AUX. Our passport program lets you explore and work from one of our 18 other offices worldwide, including Paris, Singapore, Madrid, Dubai, London and more! You best believe we know how to celebrate our wins. And our losses (it’s how we learn). From carbon offsets to community kitchens, we’re passionate about making a difference. YOU ARE A person who thrives in a fast-paced environment, responding quickly and proactively Not interested in just following trends – you want to create them A self-starter, who’ll take ideas from concept to execution, navigating feedback like a pro Traditional agency experience is not required, but it’s a plus. What matters is your deep understanding of what resonates with social audiences. This role is energetic, innovative and forward-thinking. Alongside engaging with communities, you’ll guide brands by staying ahead of social trends and cultural moments. In return, you’ll join a global agency dedicated to generating buzzworthy ideas for some of the world’s leading brands. WHAT YOU’LL DO Delivering concepts that resonate on a global or national level Executing at a high level; delivering strong stories and considered craft, at all times Being proactive. Not waiting for a brief; providing creative solutions for clients and inspiring others to do the same. If you have a good idea, you’ll put it forward. Ideate and execute against cultural and behavioural trends Nurture relationships across the business, whether it’s with strategy, client service, or production Work alongside the Strategy and Research & Insights teams to sharpen your ideas based on cultural behaviours and relevant data. REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE 6+ years experience working in a creative agency A passion for advertising, culture, creativity, design, content, and social media Someone who’s curious about platform changes, functionality, emerging platforms, gaming, blockchain, and web3 A background in global brand work preferred Solid creative skills: you can art direct, concept, and present; you’re comfortable making content from beginning to end and giving and taking feedback You’ll concept big campaign ideas, oversee campaign look and feel, convey a concise vision, and are obsessed with all things visual arts and craft Solid people skills: you work and communicate well with others, you can direct and delegate as needed, and you’re comfortable leading by example An ability to tap into fast-moving culture: spot trends, notice behavior, and dig for insights, then translate them into brand opportunities Gen AI capabilities and knowledge WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN OUR TEAM? At We Are Social, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a creative career in an agency that moves at the speed of culture. Here’s what you’ll get: We are the first, largest, most awarded socially-led creative agency in the world, connecting you to 1,300+ like-minded professionals around the world An innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individual