About this opportunity
Sia Experience lists this Executive Creative Director (MD-ECD) opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Sia Experience (Ready Set Rocket) is seeking an Executive Creative Director (Managing Director) to lead integrated creative and steward the agency-wide creative vision.
Responsibilities
Set and elevate RSR’s creative vision by establishing a clear point of view on what makes ideas compelling, culturally relevant, and worth audience attention.
Champion concept and storytelling across video, digital, social, paid media, campaigns, and experiences , balancing emotional depth with measurable impact.
Lead and develop copy and design leadership by setting a consistently high creative bar and supporting discipline leads to produce their strongest work.
Translate complex, technical, or institutional subject matter into accessible stories that connect with people and inspire action.
Shape persuasive creative narratives and presentations that bring ideas to life, build client confidence, and create momentum for ambitious work.
Use creativity as a growth lever by expanding client scopes, strengthening senior-level partnerships, and supporting new business wins.
Operate the Creative Department as a business unit: set standards, shape team structure, develop creative talent, and ensure sustainable delivery and financial performance.
Strengthen RSR’s position within Sia by demonstrating how powerful ideas and storytelling amplify consulting, strategy, and end-to-end client impact.
Maintain distinctive, idea-led work with clear storytelling, strong craft, and meaningful emotional, cultural, or behavioral impact.
Ensure premium, cohesive copy and design standards while delivering effectively across video, digital, social, paid media, campaigns, and experiences.
Serve as a trusted strategic partner for clients, bringing perspective that shapes story, idea, and direction for key work.
Present creative concepts with clarity and conviction so clients understand what the idea is, why it matters, and how it connects with audiences.
Help drive industry recognition for the work, including Cannes Lions, Webbys, Clios , and other awards.
Support creative teams operating with clarity, accountability, and strong cross-functional collaboration to retain top talent and develop future creative leaders.
Contribute directly to client growth, expanded scopes, new business wins, and healthy agency margins.
Requirements
15+ years of creative experience in a full-service digital or integrated agency, including senior-level leadership overseeing both copy and design.
Proven experience operating as an Executive Creative Director or equivalent, leading integrated work, senior teams, and high-stakes client engagements.
Strong creative judgment across visual systems and storytelling, with the ability to set standards without hands-on execution.
Demonstrated business acumen, including ownership of creative staffing, project scoping, budgets, and contribution to agency growth.
Exceptional client presence and presentation skills, including experience selling bold ideas to senior stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor’s degree preferably in Design, Advertising, Communications, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Technologies
LiveHealth Online
Benefits
Annual Performance Bonus (appraisal)
3 Medical plans
Dental and Vision
Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance
401K retirement plan with 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health, Dependent Care, Commuter
100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure
Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday
College savings and student loan repayment assistance
Monthly cell phone stipend
Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: Gym membership reimbursement; LiveHealth Online virtual care; Personalized support from a Well-being Coach
Employee Assistance Program at no cost, including free confidential counseling and emotional support services
On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (relaxation techniques to stress management)
Office Workplace Guidelines
Consultants in primary market office locations (New York City, Charlotte, Seattle, and San Francisco) are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance and attend the office at least three days per week .
For Consultants outside primary markets, more flexible in-person requirements may be available based on location.
Work Authorization & Sponsorship
Sia does not intend to pursue employment with applicants who will require now or in the future visa sponsorship for work authorization in the United States (including H1-B, F-1 (OPT), TN, or any other non-immigrant status).
Location: New York, NY (onsite) Compensation: USD 250,000 per yearly Experience: 15+ years
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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