Creative Director, Copy Job at Wunderman Thompson in Chicago

Overview Who We Are : At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

We’re looking for a Creative Director with words in their DNA—someone who’s not just led teams, but who has the kind of work in their book that makes other creatives jealous they didn’t think of it first. This isn’t a role for idea dabblers. We want a proven maker who has cracked big brand briefs, sold in bold platforms, and delivered work that’s lived in culture—not just in decks. If your portfolio makes recruiters stop scrolling and juries scribble on their ballots—you’re the type we’re after.

Responsibilities Lead and inspire a team with envy-worthy creative ideas that move business.

Bring big-brand thinking to everything from quick-turn activations to long-term platforms.

Mentor rising creatives, while keeping your own hands in the work.

Collaborate with 360 team to ensure ideas thrive in every channel.

Qualifications A copywriter’s background, with a career built on concepting, storytelling, and shaping unforgettable campaigns.

Award-winning work.

Experience leading creative across major brands with national or global reach.

Hunger to keep making work that breaks through and gets talked about.

QSR or food service experience is a plus but not required—if you’ve driven cultural conversation in other categories, we’re listening.

Why this role You’ll get to work on big brands that need ideas that spark headlines, conversations, and envy across the industry.

What we offer Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.

Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.

Competitive benefits | What we offer full-time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.

Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military / veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.

Salary range : $100,000 — $230,000 USD. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package. For more details, see the WPP Benefits information.

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.

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

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In Summary : At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world . Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets . We want a proven maker who has cracked big brand briefs, sold in bold platforms, and delivered work that makes other creatives jealous they didnt think of it first .

En Español : Con la fusión de VMLY&R y Wunderman Thompson, hemos forjado un nuevo camino como socio de crecimiento que es parte agencia creativa, parte consultoría y parte potencia tecnológica. Nuestra familia global ahora abarca más de 30.000 empleados en 150+ oficinas en 64 mercados, cada uno contribuyendo a una cultura que valora la conexión, entrega y el poder de las diferencias. Mentor creativos, manteniendo tus propias manos en el trabajo. Colaborar con un equipo 360 para garantizar que las ideas prosperen en cada canal. Calificaciones Un fondo de redactor, con una carrera basada en concebir, contar historias y dar forma a campañas inolvidables. Trabajo galardonado. Experiencia liderando la creatividad a través de grandes marcas con alcance nacional o global. Hambre de seguir haciendo trabajo que rompe y se habla. QSR o experiencia del servicio alimentario es una ventaja pero no requisito si has conducido conversaciones culturales en otras categorías, estaban escuchando. Por qué este papel Usted conseguirá trabajar en grandes marcos que necesitan ideas que encabezan los titulares, las conversaciones y la envidia en toda la industria. Lo que ofrecemos apasionados, gente impulsada por variedad . Ofrecemos una cultura de personas que ganan salarios extraordinarios. Oportunidades de crecimiento. Nuestro objetivo es fomentar una cultura de retroalimentación en tiempo real, mentalidad orientada al crecimiento, identidad sexual, discapacidad física o mental u otro estado de grupo protegido a través de VML y WPP. Creemos en crear un entorno laboral dinámico que valore la diversidad e inclusión y nos esforzamos por reclutar una variedad diversa de candidatos para ayudarnos a alcanzar ese objetivo. Estamos comprometidos a fomentar una cultura de respeto en la que todos se sientan pertenecientes y tengan las mismas oportunidades para progresar en sus carreras. VML es una Agencia WPP. Para obtener más información, visite nuestra página web y siga VML en nuestros canales sociales a través de Instagram, LinkedIn y X. Cuando haga clic en "Enviar solicitud", esto enviará cualquier información que agregue abajo a VML. Antes de hacerlo, creemos que es una buena idea leer nuestra Política de privacidad de contratación. Los residentes de California deben leer nuestro Aviso de Privacidad de Reclutamiento de California. Esto explica lo que hacemos con tus datos personales cuando solicitas un puesto con nosotros, y cómo puedes actualizar la información que nos has proporcionado o cómo eliminarla. #J-18808-Ljbffr