We're partnering with our client, a private investment and venture firm headquartered in Greenwich, CT, to find a talented Associate Creative Director / Strategist. This role is a hybrid work setup (three days per week) based in Greenwich, CT, with a schedule of 25 hours per week and a duration of approximately 2-3 months.

Associate Creative Director / Strategist Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with leadership to develop visual concepts that embody innovative ideas.
• Quickly translate complex, visionary ideas into polished visual assets for various formats.
• Support the creation of pitch decks, storytelling assets, marketing visuals, and presentation materials.
• Engage as a real-time partner during brainstorming and ideation sessions.
• Maintain a balance between strategic vision and brand consistency with a modern, forward-looking approach.

Associate Creative Director / Strategist Qualifications:

• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in visual storytelling and concept development.
• Proven ability to work across various mediums, including digital and visual formats.
• Experience translating abstract or complex ideas into clear visual outputs rapidly.
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, founder-driven environments with iterative workflows.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with senior leadership.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

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About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

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Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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