Job Description

In sport nothing great happens by accident.
It takes instinct. Spark. Talent.
And the confidence to step up when the moment arrives.

At Octagon, that mindset defines how we create.

We’re looking for an Associate Creative Director who lives sport and entertainment. Someone with a killer eye for design, a deep feel for culture, and the ability to turn bold ideas into experiences that fans genuinely care about.

This is a role for a creative leader in the making. One that will be required to generate, sell and rollout big ideas, managing clients & creatives along the way. You’ll be mentored by senior creative leadership as you sharpen your craft, thinking and leadership on the path to creative director. While also mentoring and elevating the creatives around you.

One week you might be shaping work for FIFA, Real Madrid or Manchester United.
The next, helping brands stand out at the Australian Open, shaping the biggest esports events in the world, or collaborating with some of the biggest musical artists in the world. No two weeks are the same at Octagon. And no two people are either.

THE ROLE

As an Associate Creative Director, you’ll play a key role in delivering world class creative work out of our Singapore studio.

You will:

• Lead creative thinking across projects from concept through to execution
• Take ownership of key projects and streams of work with confidence and clarity
• Concept big ideas that connect brands with fans in authentic and culturally relevant ways
• Partner closely with strategy, client services and production to bring ideas to life
• Present work with conviction and fight for world class creativity with passionate clients
• Maintain a high bar for craft across design, storytelling and experience
• Proactively spot opportunities and push thinking beyond the brief
• Mentor junior and mid-level creatives, helping them grow their skills and confidence
• Learn from senior creative leaders through hands on mentorship and real responsibility
• Be a strong contributor to our work hard, play hard culture and creative momentum

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• A killer eye for design and strong creative judgement
• The confidence to lead a project, a piece of work, or a key account
• The ability to present, sell and defend big ideas at every level
• A collaborative mindset that makes the people around you better
• A passion for proactive thinking and spotting opportunities others miss
• Comfort working across brands that range from corporate to street and everything in between
• A genuine love of sport, entertainment and culture
• A real passion for football and the role it plays in culture

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Around 6 to 8 plus years experience in a creative agency or equivalent environment
• Strong experience delivering integrated creative campaigns and experiences
• Ability to think across brand, content, digital, social and live experiences
• Excellent communication skills visual, verbal and written
• Strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple projects at pace
• Experience working across APAC or global markets is a plus
• Comfortable collaborating across time zones and disciplines
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly when the work demands it

A copywriting background or strong writing skills are beneficial but not essential.

WHY OCTAGON

You’ll work on some of the most exciting brands, rights holders and platforms in the world of sport and entertainment. From global football giants to Olympic Committees. From major tournaments to next generation esports. From ideas that live online to experiences fans will never forget.

You’ll be challenged. Supported. Pushed.
And given the space to grow into a Creative Director role over time.

If that sounds like your game, we want to see your work.

Send us your portfolio and tell us why you’ve got what it takes to help create the most inspiring creative work in sport & entertainment across the region.

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