About Refinery29

For the last 20 years, Refinery29 has stood at the forefront of women’s experiences. Challenging stereotypes, debunking myths and moving culture forward.

We serve our audience through representation and storytelling and our work has led to incredible communities across Refinery29, Somos and Unbothered.

What Refinery29 is known for is the ability to identify and contextualize shifts in consumer as well as cultural attitudes and behaviors. Our first party data sets us apart and allows us to work alongside brands as a strategic partner - offering intelligence, content and talent solutions to cement a brand’s place and impact in culture today.

Role x You

Refinery29 has the unique distinction of being a leading retailer’s strategic cultural and talent partner. This means that for that partner, a dedicated team has been built and is composed of cultural strategists, creatives, talent and influence experts and client service leads. We are further supported by finance, legal and production resources. Our objective is to support our client’s mission to connect meaningfully and authentically with their guests.

This Associate Creative Director will be a dedicated resource in support of this retailer’s needs. They will directly report into a Creative Director and work alongside other members of the Refinery29 creative team. When able, the Associate Creative Director will also support other creative partnership needs of Refinery29.

The right fit for this creative role is a conceptual thinker and a collaborative team player. We seek an excellent storyteller, writer and presenter who has experience building brand creative as well as co-branded creative for brands and publishers. Experience art directing and shaping the construction of creative materials is also important.

Success in this role will come down to your ability to connect strategic insights about culture at large and translate that into meaningful creative that will deepen consideration, affinity and relevance for this retailer.

This position can be based either in New York City, Los Angeles or Minneapolis, MN. It will require a hybrid work schedule. This is a 6-month long contract, at a rate of $2,500 - $3,000 weekly or $63-$75 an hour.

Qualifications:

6+ years of experience spanning agency, digital media, or client experience focused on branded campaigns
A strong portfolio or reel of work
Strong presentation and copywriting skills
Experience in art direction of creative materials to ensure they vibrantly and accurately represent your work
On-set production experience
Ability to take client briefs and translate them into a winning creative proposal
Knowledge and interest in the evolving digital media industry and emerging trends in culture
Awareness of influencer talent - and specifically those who are making an impact on culture
Experience in marketing to diverse audiences and those with niche interests is a plus

Ultimately, we want to find someone who believes in pushing creativity forward, in understanding the human intention behind marketing and feels inspired to learn and grow. We’d love to hear from you.

ABOUT REFINERY29

Refinery29 is the leading media and entertainment destination focused on women and underrepresented voices. Through a wide spectrum of lifestyle stories, original video programming, social, shareable content, and experiences, Refinery29 provides its global audience with the inspiration and tools to discover and pursue a more independent and informed life. Refinery29 is part of Sundial Media Group (SMG), a division of the Sundial Group of Companies.

Agencies:

Refinery29 is not partnering with agencies nor accepts unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for any fees or expenses related to such unsolicited resumes and/or applicants.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Refinery29 is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual, and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique, and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please let us know by contacting HR@refinery29.com. We will work together to best meet your needs.

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