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# Associate Creative Director, Art at SALT XC 

- **Company:** SALT XC 
- **Location:** Chicago, IL
- **Posted:** 2026-10-30
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-02
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/saltxc/jobs/5280342007

## Job description

## COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The Kitchen brings together a range of disciplines and capabilities. It’s a team of creatives, producers, data analysts and social experts working together to deliver remarkable ideas that live in a variety of mediums, from everything from social to TV. This team moves at the speed of culture. It is built to respond to trends and events as they happen, coming up with the ideas that transcend social media to capture the spirit of the moment, earn media impressions, and get the country talking.

Are you ready to join an award-ambitious team that's making waves in the advertising industry? Our incredible team has been recognized internationally by industry giants like Cannes, One Show and was named Campaign's Global ‘In-House Agency of The Year’, further solidifying our position as a leader in the industry. Join us and be a part of something truly special - a team that's dedicated to creating ground-breaking work and pushing limits.

At The Kitchen, we're not just looking for individuals who want to be a part of the advertising industry - we're looking for trailblazers who are ready to lead the way to the next big thing! We want individuals who are passionate about producing award-winning work and have an innate drive to their craft and are eager to generate innovative ideas both within and outside of the brief.

## ROLE OVERVIEW:

As an Associate Creative Director (Art) at The Kitchen, you’ll support the creative director to help lead a team of talented creatives to craft and write culturally resonant campaigns. Working alongside another ACD (Copy), you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of experts to craft ideas that move people and generate buzz. Whether it's a quick-turn trend activation or a thoughtfully crafted TV spot, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping work that captures attention, earns media, and inspires action.

## RESPONSIBILTIES:

- Creative: development and execution of campaigns, ensuring ideas are fresh, culturally relevant, and aligned with client objectives.
- Team Management: Mentor and inspire a team of jr. art directors, copywriters, and content creators, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Trend Responsiveness: Stay attuned to cultural and social trends, leveraging insights to deliver timely, impactful campaigns.
- Collaboration: Partner with producers, strategists, data analysts, and social media experts to craft ideas that work seamlessly across platforms.
- Client Engagement: Present concepts to clients with clarity and passion, building trust and enthusiasm for the work.
- Craft Excellence: Ensure the highest standards of creative execution across all deliverables, from social-first content to integrated campaigns.
- Award Ambition: Drive the team to produce award-worthy work that sets industry benchmarks.

## EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

- Experience: 7+ years of experience in a creative role within an agency or in-house team, with a track record of producing high-quality, award-winning work.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire creative teams.
- Cultural Fluency: Deep understanding of social media platforms, cultural trends, and the ability to translate them into impactful campaigns.
- Creative Thinking: A portfolio showcasing big ideas, sharp insights, and flawless execution across a range of media.
- Strategic Mindset: Ability to align creative concepts with client objectives and strategies.
- Presentation Skills: Confident and persuasive communicator, capable of presenting ideas to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Agility: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to pivot quickly and deliver under tight deadlines.
- Passion: A genuine love for creativity, culture, and storytelling.

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $120-140K.  Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of The Kitchen's total compensation package.

The Kitchen, Kraft Heinz, are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age or disability.

## About SALT XC 

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: SALT XC is a North American full-service marketing and commerce agency that combines proprietary tech products to create connected consumer experiences through creative, digital, and media innovation.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held)
- **Headquarters**: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Advertising Services / Marketing & Commerce
- **Target customers**: B2B (enterprise brands), with a focus on consumer-facing companies seeking integrated online and offline experiences.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: The agency’s philosophy is “Experiential Commerce™” – designing better consumer experiences that earn attention and drive action.

## Products & Services
- **Experiential Commerce™ Framework**: A proprietary methodology that connects online and offline consumer journeys through data, media, and memorable moments.
- **Proprietary Tech Products**: A suite of technology tools (e.g., using a tech stack that includes Google Analytics, Asana, Sprinklr, Tableau, Webflow, React, etc.) to move faster, enhance value, and increase performance.
- **Specialist Teams**: Collaborative mix of practice areas – Creative, Digital, Media, Connections, The Kitchen (content/production), Account Management, and Creator Marketing.
- **Key Services**: Integrated marketing, media activation, experiential marketing, influencer marketing, social media management, creative development, and digital strategy.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – USD $12.2 million (estimated, as of latest data)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: ABB (became shareholder and partner in March 2024) [marketscreener.com]; acquired Brika Incorporated in February 2022.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Headcount: 284 employees (+24.8% YoY, +70 people) [linkedin.com]
  - Website traffic: ~26,778 monthly visits (+68.2% monthly, +230.6% yearly) [linkedin.com]
  - Active job postings: 38 (monthly increase of 58.3%, yearly increase of 660%) [linkedin.com]
  - LinkedIn followers: 40,024 (+1.7% monthly, +16.4% yearly) [linkedin.com]

## Competitive Advantages
- **Experiential Commerce™ focus**: A unique framework that integrates online and offline consumer touchpoints, differentiating from traditional agencies.
- **Proprietary tech stack**: Over 130 technologies used (including custom tools) enabling data-driven decision-making and faster campaign execution.
- **Integrated specialist teams**: In-house creative, digital, media, and content teams provide seamless cross-channel execution.
- **Strong talent pipeline**: Recruits from major brands like RBC, MLSE, Mosaic North America, and Red Bull [linkedin.com].

## Strategic Focus
- **Growth through acquisition**: Acquired Brika (2022) and partnered with ABB (2024) to expand capabilities and shareholder base.
- **Expansion of creator and influencer marketing**: Dedicated roles (Director, Manager, Specialist of Creator Marketing) signal a push into this high-growth area.
- **Geographic presence**: Operating in Canada (Toronto, Montreal), United States (Chicago, New York), Australia, and Israel, with plans to scale further.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Ratings**: Employer rating 3.9/5.0 (52 reviews) with strong scores for Culture (4.0) and Career (3.9) [linkedin.com]; work-life balance rated 3.1.
- **Perks & Benefits** (from Built In profile) [builtin.com]:
  - Generous PTO, paid sick days, bereavement leave
  - Health, dental, and vision insurance
  - 401(k), disability, life insurance
  - Generous parental leave
  - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  - Free snacks and drinks
  - Wellness initiatives
- **Workplace Policy**: In-Office (Toronto, Chicago, Montreal offices) – employees work from physical offices.
- **Growth Opportunities**: Rapid hiring (38 open positions as of March 2025), including roles in Creative, Media, Account Management, and Technology. [greenhouse.io]
- **Notable Teams**: The agency has a strong marketing (30%) and design (20%) workforce, with opportunities for specialists and directors.

## Sources
1. [saltxc.com](https://www.saltxc.com/)
2. [greenhouse.io](https://boards.greenhouse.io/saltxc)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/saltxc)
4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/salt-xc)
5. [marketscreener.com](https://www.marketscreener.com) (referenced in LinkedIn data for ABB partnership)

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