Associate Creative Director - Design

MERGE · Raliegh, NC

Posted 14 days ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open: 14 days
Reposted: No
Salary listed: No
Ghost-job risk at MERGE: low
Hiring momentum: 68 roles opened in the last 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board: 2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from MERGE's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for MERGE.

About this role

As an Associate Creative Director (Design) at MERGE, you will lead the visual narrative for a major Quick-Service Restaurant account, creating compelling designs across digital and physical platforms. Your role involves setting creative vision, implementing design systems, and ensuring cohesive execution while collaborating with various teams to deliver high-quality assets. You will also mentor other designers and articulate the strategic rationale behind design projects.

Our read on this posting3.2out of 5

benefits: 3/5
freshness: 4/5
career value: 4/5
role clarity: 5/5
pay transparency: 0/5

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What you need

8+ years of design experience within an ad agency, digital shop, or creative studio
Portfolio showcasing strong digital, responsive, and cross-channel work
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Digital Design, UI/UX, or equivalent practical experience
Proficiency in Figma and mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite
Proven track record of designing digital and physical experiences using component-based design systems
Demonstrated ability to manage, inspire, and direct a team of designers while managing multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously

Nice to have

Prior experience with QSR, fast-casual, or high-volume retail brands

What you get

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
401K
Lifestyle Spending Account
Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Flexible Time off & Holidays
Other benefits and rewards

Worth weighing

Salary range provided is $88,450 - $129,750, which may change
No remote work mentioned, but hybrid work is indicated
Requires work authorization in the US without sponsorship

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Listed by MERGE on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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