Associate Creative Director

About Coolr

Coolr is a dynamic independent social media agency made up of creatives, social media specialists, content publishers, and innovators. Our focus is on connecting brands with audiences at scale through culture-driven work. Our clientele includes well-known names like Burger King, Lidl, Deliveroo, and Compare the Market. We have ambitious growth plans for 2026, aiming to become a leading social agency in the UK, US, and beyond.

Role Overview

We seek a full-time Associate Creative Director to join Coolr Studios, our in-house creative department where culture and creativity thrive. You will collaborate within a growing team to develop outstanding social-first campaigns and content tailored for social platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of culturally impactful, social-first creative concepts across campaigns and ever-present content.
• Collaborate closely with Strategy and Creative Directors to formulate creative responses to briefs.
• Mentor Senior, Midweight, and Junior Creatives during ideation, enhancing ideas into cohesive campaigns.
• Ensure high creative standards by reviewing work across multiple accounts.
• Confidently present creative concepts in client meetings and pitches.
• Incorporate client feedback effectively to evolve ideas and guide teams in refinement.
• Work collaboratively with Producers, Designers, Editors, and Strategists to bring concepts to fruition.
• Support the creation of repeatable content formats and social-first creative frameworks for clients.
• Stay informed on social media trends, influencer culture, and emerging platform formats.
• Partner with the Influencer team to select appropriate creators ensuring their content complements the overarching creative vision.
• Contribute to generating creative ideas for new business pitches and proactive opportunities.

Candidate Qualifications

• Proven creative leadership skills, able to steer projects and uplift team ideas into robust campaign strategies.
• Strong strategic insight into linking creative ideas with brand objectives, audience behavior, and social platforms.
• Excellent presentation capabilities for internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in coaching creatives to advance their skills, thinking, and confidence.
• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook, including creator culture and trends.
• Commercial acumen with awareness of production scheduling, budgeting, and idea execution.
• Excellent collaboration skills to foster productive relationships with Strategy, Production, Design, and Client Services teams.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned to experience and internal pay bands.
• Hybrid work arrangement: three days in the office and two days remote.
• Annual leave of 25 days.
• Two weeks work-from-anywhere opportunity annually.
• Additional day off on your birthday.
• Wellbeing day off plus a £50 voucher for personal wellness support.
• Complimentary breakfast, snacks, and drinks at the office.
• Additional perks including private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, and technology scheme.
• Weekly social events, a book club, a social club, and more community activities.
• Dog-friendly office environment.

Company Culture

At Coolr, we foster a supportive one-team environment where helping each other is central. Our mission is to create standout, award-winning campaigns that elevate our clients. We encourage pushing boundaries and excellence while supporting authenticity and personal growth.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. Embracing diversity fuels creativity and success, empowering us to be the best social media agency globally. While proud of our progress, we continually seek to improve and lead change within the industry.