Associate Creative Director (Art Director + Copywriter)

Hello Sunshine is on a mission to change the narrative for women.

Founded by Reese Witherspoon, Hello Sunshine is a media company that puts women at the center of every story we create, celebrate and discover. We tell stories we love–from big to small, funny to complex–all shining a light on where women are now and helping them chart a new path forward.

Role Overview:

Hello Sunshine is seeking a hand-on Associate Creative Director (Art Director + Copywriter) to join our growing creative team to help lead concept development, storytelling, and execution across branded content, original IP, and partner campaigns. This role is for a strong creative thinker and maker, someone who can balance strategy with imagination, lead brainstorms with confidence, and elevate work through smart design and narrative thinking. You’ll partner closely with creative leadership to shape ideas from pitch through production, and guide cross-functional teams to bring meaningful, culture-forward work to life.

Core Responsibilities:

Concept & Campaign Development:

Ideate and lead creative concepts across brand campaigns, social content, and original storytelling, crafting ideas that are strategically sound, visually compelling, and emotionally resonant.

Pitch & Presentation Leadership:

Partner with the Creative Director to build pitch decks and narrative frameworks that communicate bold thinking and drive client excitement.

Creative Execution:

Oversee design and copy execution across mediums, ensuring the work maintains a high level of craft, brand alignment, and attention to detail.

Team Collaboration & Mentorship:

Work closely with copywriters, designers, and producers to bring ideas to life providing thoughtful direction and feedback that elevates the work and empowers the team.

Cross-Functional Partnership:

Collaborate with marketing, strategy, production, and business teams to ensure the creative vision is aligned, actionable, and effective across all touch points.

Production Oversight:

Support the production process from pre-pro to post working with internal and external partners to ensure ideas translate beautifully and accurately in execution.

Creative Reviews & Approvals:

Review work-in-progress and final deliverables, helping ensure every asset ladders up to the overall creative strategy and meets the highest standards of quality.

Trend Awareness & Ideation:

Stay connected to cultural, design, and content trends—infusing insights into your work and helping the team push boundaries with intention.

• 10+ years of experience in a creative agency, brand studio, or media environment.
• A strong portfolio that showcases concept-first, integrated thinking across platforms spanning digital, social, branded content, and experiential.
• Excellent storytelling and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Experience overseeing both design and copy, and collaborating across disciplines with ease.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining creative quality.
• Hands-on experience with content production and an eye for detail throughout the process.
• A collaborative mindset, a strategic POV, and a passion for making work that moves people and builds brands.
• Highly responsive and attentive
• Experience artfully pitching and presenting to clients and key stakeholders
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, etc.)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Design or similar field

The salary range for this role is $110,000-$135,000

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability