Associate Creative Director. Pennebaker. Houston, TX, USA.
About
The Associate Creative Director at Pennebaker is a hybrid thinker and doer—part designer, part leader, part strategist. Working closely with the Creative Director, the ACD plays a critical role in elevating our creative output while shaping strategic direction across branding, campaigns, and digital experiences. This is a hands-on role, balancing individual project execution with team oversight. From mentoring junior designers to collaborating with strategists and client leads, the ACD helps ensure our work is not only beautifully crafted, but deeply aligned with our clients’ goals. If you thrive at the intersection of design, direction, and big ideas—we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
As Associate Creative Director, you’ll be both a visionary and a builder—leading by example, creating standout work, and guiding others to do the same. Your role will span hands-on design, strategic collaboration, and creative leadership.
Creating & Executing
Concept and design bold, original solutions that not only exceed the brief but are rooted in strategy and driven by big, conceptual thinking.
Build visual identities, brand systems, and digital experiences with precision, intention, and purpose.
Collaborate with brand strategists, writers, and developers to bring integrated, strategically aligned ideas to life
Design for both digital and print with excellence—from UX/UI to campaign collateral
Ensure every detail—from color to copy alignment—is executed with craft, intent, and clarity.
Company Links
Job Post Link
https://workingnotworking.com/unjobboard/16200-pennebaker-associate-creative-directorOn-site required?
Yes
Experience
6-9 years
Skills
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Creative Direction, Creative Research, Creative Strategy, Data Visualization, Design, Design Strategy, Figma, Humor
Date Posted
June 4, 2025
Managed By
David Lerch