Associate Creative Director

Company Description CastMe Studios is building a central hub for the entertainment industry, connecting performers, casting professionals, and production teams on a single platform. The company brings together casting opportunities, professional portfolios, industry resources, and production tools to streamline the casting and production process. CastMe Studios focuses on making it easier for creative professionals to discover work, present their skills, and collaborate with industry partners. By simplifying access to opportunities and tools, the platform supports sustainable, long-term careers in entertainment. Team members join a growing company dedicated to innovation, inclusivity, and efficiency in the industry.

Role Description The Associate Creative Director is a full-time hybrid role based in Ireland, with a mix of on-site collaboration and work from home. This role oversees the development of creative concepts and visual storytelling for CastMe Studios’ brand, marketing campaigns, and product experiences. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading creative ideation sessions, refining creative strategies, guiding art direction and design, and ensuring consistent branding across digital and print materials. The Associate Creative Director partners with marketing, product, and production teams to translate business objectives into compelling creative assets, while mentoring designers and creatives to deliver high-quality work on schedule. The role also involves reviewing and approving design executions, presenting concepts to stakeholders, and continuously improving creative standards and processes.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Creative Direction and Creative Strategy skills to lead concept development and shape the overall creative vision.
• Candidates should possess Branding expertise to maintain a cohesive brand identity across platforms and touchpoints.
• Candidates should possess Art Direction abilities to guide visual aesthetics, imagery, and layout across campaigns and products.
• Candidates should possess Graphic Design skills to create and evaluate high-quality visual assets for digital and print channels.
• Relevant experience in entertainment, media, or tech environments, with a portfolio demonstrating concept-to-execution work.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and provide constructive feedback to creative contributors.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with comfort explaining creative decisions to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience using industry-standard design and collaboration tools; familiarity with motion, video, or UX/UI design is beneficial.
• A background in design, advertising, communications, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.