Senior Art Director – Toronto, ON Burson, part of WPP, is a global communications leader that creates value for clients through reputation. We help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage, using cutting‑edge technology, data solutions, and creative work.
About the Role You will join a creative team that works across our entire Canadian client roster to ideate, develop, and produce earned‑first campaigns. The team brings together designers, writers, producers and creators from diverse backgrounds to deliver campaigns and content that live anywhere and travel everywhere.
What We Are Looking For Experience as a senior art director on integrated, earned‑first campaigns.
A storyteller who has developed and launched creative ideas across a wide range of touchpoints.
Strong conceptual and writing skills with the ability to tell compelling stories.
Exceptional problem‑solving and strategic thinking.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365, AI tools and macOS.
A passion for discovery, attention to detail, optimism, adaptability and cultural curiosity.
Responsibilities Lead the development of art direction and creative concepts for earned‑first campaigns, integrated social/digital campaigns, activations and content.
Craft impactful visual concepts for digital, print, video, social, experiential and other platforms, ensuring content aligns with insights, brand guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate closely with copywriters,



strategists and account teams to develop holistic campaign approaches and creative solutions.
Identify and pursue creative opportunities beyond the brief to deliver unexpected and impactful ideas.
Develop and deliver compelling creative presentations to clients, articulating creative rationale and vision.
Take direction from the Executive Creative Director, continually elevating the quality of work.
Work directly with clients to offer creative counsel, navigating and resolving execution roadblocks with solutions‑oriented thinking.
Skills Exceptional conceptual and writing skills for pharmaceutical and other audiences.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Office 365, AI tools, creative design tools.
Strong problem‑solving and strategic thinking.
Confident and engaging presentation skills.
Background 7+ years of progressive experience in a fast‑paced, integrated agency environment, with a robust portfolio showcasing earned‑first thinking and proven experience as a lead art director.
Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or a related field preferred.
Benefits Allowed to work at least four days in the office each week with hybrid flexibility. We offer professional development opportunities, mentorship, a vibrant and inclusive culture, and programs designed to reward and retain top talent.
Burson is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

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📌 Senior Art Director at Burson (Ontario)
🏢 Burson
📍 Ontario