Creative Director
About this role
Who We Are
VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
As a Creative Director, you’re more than a leader – you’re a visionary. You’ll guide the creative process from pitch to production, translating business problems into award-winning ideas. This is your chance to shape campaigns that resonate deeply with audiences and deliver real impact for brands. You’ll mentor teams, inspire clients, and elevate the agency’s creative bar with every project.
Responsibilities
- Lead creative development from initial strategy and concept through execution.
- Manage and mentor cross-functional creative teams, including art directors, copywriters, designers, and producers.
- Collaborate with account and strategy teams to ensure alignment with client goals and consumer insights.
- Present creative work with authority, clarity, and passion to internal stakeholders and clients.
- Oversee multiple projects, balancing hands-on concepting with high-level direction.
- Champion innovation, collaboration, and creative excellence throughout the agency.
Requirements
- 7–10+ years of agency experience with a track record of successful creative leadership.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams through complex campaigns.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating idea-driven, integrated work.
- Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage client relationships and navigate feedback with diplomacy and vision.
- Deep understanding of emerging media, culture, and creative technologies.
What's in it for You?
- Work with world-class creative leaders in this office and through the VML network
- 5 weeks of vacation + 1 day off each month + 3 sick days = up to 40 days off per year 🌴
- 🏠 Hybrid work model – typically in office around 4 days/week, with flexibility for remote days
- Meal contribution 🍽️ included in salary, plus canteen 'Krmeetko' onsite
- 💪 Multisport card & subsidized entry to events like RunTour
- Professional development 🎓 internal training, workshops, mentoring, plus conference budget
- 🎁 Work anniversary vouchers
- Beautiful, dog‑friendly offices 🐶 near Vltavská metro, featuring a cafeteria, great coffee, showers & bike parking
- 🚀 Career growth opportunities across WPP
At VML, we believe in creativity with impact driven by collaboration, cultural insight, and bold thinking. If you’re a creative head ready to craft meaningful work at a global level, we’d love to hear from you!
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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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