Freelance ACD Team

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. 

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

We are seeking an experienced Freelance ACD Team to support a retail client for 40 hours/week, during Edelman's working hours (9-5ish, eastern time).

Our team drives some of the world’s most buzz-worthy work, like eBay's pre-loved runway shows at NY and London Fashion Week or Dove’s guide for coding Black hairstyles in gaming. Here, we don’t just follow culture; we aim to change it. 

Expect a range of creative work that defies traditional PR or advertising norms. One day you’re ideating a content series, the next you’re brainstorming with our AI team or crafting culture-shifting activation ideas. If you’re drawn to projects that land in the NY Times and on Cannes shortlists, you’ll fit right in. 

What We Expect 

We want passion. We want excitement. It’s brainstorm day so we need your energy and vision. But also, your ideas. Especially your ideas. You’ll bounce them off your co-workers, laughing with strategic planners, designers, content creators, and writers to create amazing and enduring work that you’ll be proud to put in your book and share on LinkedIn for sure – but also work that will have you telling your family and friends, “we did that.”  

*Assembly occasionally converts freelancers to full-time-employees to support this growing business. Please note that potential for conversion is limited to candidates willing to work a hybrid schedule at an Edelman office.

*Submissions without portfolios will not be considered

•  Work to concept and plan execution of integrated campaigns and programs across a wide range of media and platforms, especially social, digital, video, experiences, and content   
• Create and design campaign ideas for client projects and new business pitches that are earned-first and social by design   
• Work in concert with a wide range of specialties including account, strategy, project management, and influencer      
• Develop tactics which bring creative concepts to life and achieve program objectives    
•   Manage multiple jobs simultaneously; managing and providing direction to other team members as needed  
•   Work closely with a project manager and production partners to schedule projects and coordinate production  
•   Prepare and present client creative presentations; Drive client approval process  
•   Work effectively with external vendors and internal colleagues to complete projects within timeframe and budget   

• At least 6 years of experience in marketing, advertising or social media, with significant emphasis on interactive media  
• A Bachelor’s degree

• A killer online portfolio with proven recent examples of social, traditional, earned, digital, and experiential campaigns 
• Experience managing day-to-day changes at every level of detail and handling them with a team oriented, entrepreneurial spirit  
• Strong, persuasive presentation skills to sell in creative work to internal and external stakeholders 
• Experience maintaining client contact as needed, building camaraderie to develop trusting relationships  
• The ability to collaborate with PMs and other departments to lead and move projects forward, assisting with budget and schedule development, and potentially managing junior creatives’ work 
• Ability to prioritize and manage work, adhering to critical project timelines while maintaining a high-level of craft and detail in a fast-paced environment  

• Experience in influencer and or community management a plus   

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Edelman is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply.