Creative Director, Rouge

Who we are at VML

VML delivers unparalleled global and local brand experience, customer experience and retail commerce creative solutions, powered by deep data, marketing technology and platform prowess. With more than 400 employees across Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver, and an additional 28,000 in 150+ offices worldwide, we work with top Canadian brands to create meaningful impact.

Hudson Rouge is an integrated luxury boutique marketing and communications agency within WPP that works solely on luxury brands. We are the exclusive agency of record for the Lincoln Motor Company across all channels, combining brand strategy, media strategy, activation, digital, social, earned media, production and analytics to provide exquisitely crafted creativity. Our small, distributed team spans New York, Detroit, Shanghai, Toronto and Mexico City, and we pride ourselves on creating desire for luxury brands that goes beyond reason.

Reporting into the NA CCO at Hudson Rouge, the Creative Director provides creative leadership on agency accounts and represents clients effectively in the marketplace. You will contribute to the maintenance and growth of strong, mutually profitable client/agency relationships, bring hands‑on leadership, and ideally have experience in the automotive category with luxury clients as a definite asset. Bilingual French is a strong asset, though not mandatory.

• Originate fresh, innovative creative ideas quickly for all budget and funnel levels – acting as a hands‑on creative and a creative leader for the team.
• Translate ideas across various media (TV, Digital, Social, Experiential, Branded Content, Print and CRM).
• Adapt assets created for other markets seamlessly for the Canadian market.
• Ensure work quality aligns with agency and client expectations.
• Serve as a positive, inspiring example to junior creative team members.
• Work collaboratively with all departments in a respectful manner.
• Support new business development, presenting ideas and pitches competently.
• Recommend measures to improve workflow methods and product quality.
• Maintain and uphold all company standards.
• Be nimble and flexible, performing other duties and projects as assigned.
• Provide an outstanding portfolio showcasing high‑conceptual abilities and high‑end production experience required for luxury brands.
• Demonstrate impeccable writing skills and a love for storytelling evident in your work.
• Engage professionally with and embrace client feedback.
• Show strong presentation skills with the ability to persuade.
• Lead projects and teams effectively.
• Work collaboratively within a small team.
• Have experience with automobile or luxury/premium brands.
• Have TV experience as well as experience across Digital, Experiential, Branded Content, Social, Print and CRM.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree or possess equivalent experience.
• Meet the physical and mental requirements to perform job responsibilities.

We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration and connection. 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.