Creative Lead

Job Title: Creative Lead

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid 3 days a week)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Whalar, part of Accenture Song is the leading, most awarded Creator and Social agency. We transform brands into cultural drivers by unlocking the full creative power of Creators.
We go beyond the conventional social and influencer strategy. We have the technology and methodology to tap into the beating pulse of communities, listen to nuances that move culture, and connect brands in ways that make them unforgettable.
With hubs in London, Berlin, New York, and Los Angeles, our reach is global.

 Learn more: https://www.whalar.com/

The Creative Lead sits at the center of the day-to-day creative work in Whalar Agency's Creative team. You'll be in the room contributing ideas, shaping concepts, and taking real creative ownership across campaigns, from first spark to Creator brief. You bring a strong point of view, deep fluency in the internet and Creator culture, and a clear sense of what great creative looks like. Everything you do is in service of one standard: creative excellence.

• Write and develop concepts, from initial ideas through to executional ways in
• Translate approved concepts into Creator briefs that are clear, inspiring, and ready to go
• Contribute to new business brainstorms and pitch development
• Review Creator shortlists through a creative lens
• Build moodboards, source photography and visual references, and set the aesthetic direction for concepts
• Craft pitch decks and creative materials that look as good as the ideas inside them
• Conduct trend research and surface reactive opportunities for clients
• Support preliminary concept and content reviews
• Partner with the Strategy team to stay close to the Creator and social ecosystem

• 5–7 years of experience in a creative role at an agency, social, or Creator-focused environment (this role is equivalent to a Manager-level position)
• A portfolio that shows strong conceptual thinking and a sharp aesthetic eye
• Fluency in Creator culture, social platforms, and what's actually happening online
• Strong writing skills
• Design sensibility and comfort building decks and visual materials that reflect a high creative standard
• A collaborative approach to working across teams
• Ambition to grow into more senior creative leadership

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $95,000 and serves as a general guideline for the potential compensation. The final salary offer will be determined based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors such as the candidate's experience, expertise, alignment with the position's requirements, location, and, ultimately, budget approvals.

At Whalar, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers. 

Whalar provides flexible benefits and collaborative work environments/experiences, so employees can work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 25 days of PTO + Sick days + Winter break
• Monthly phone/internet reimbursement
• Professional development stipend
• New joiner's Home office allowance 
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Volunteer days
• Identity theft protection & Legal assistance
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance Policy
• Voluntary Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Pet insurance
• Employee Resource Groups

Whalar provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions, training, working conditions, compensation, and benefits.