Creative Director Copy

Havas Creative Network is part of Havas, one of the world's largest communications groups. We make a meaningful difference to brands, businesses and people. We're building what we believe an innovative network should be: a connected ecosystem of 73 global multi-disciplinary Villages, united under one leadership, and with one P&L. In India, our diverse in-house capabilities spanning all communication disciplines are delivered by 500+ talented people across 6 best-in-class agencies -- Havas Worldwide (creative), Havas CX (customer experience), Havas People (employer branding), Think Design (UI/UX), Conran Design Group Mumbai (design), and Shobiz (experiential). Rather than a one-size fits all model, our unique Village model allows us to build dynamic teams of specialists that can be reconfigured as clients needs change. This approach allows us to bring undiluted specialist strength and deliver a custom solution built to suit your business, while also maintaining a consistent, client-focused approach with the flexibility to put people on the ground in markets around the world.

Role Overview:

At Havas, we believe in building meaningful brands through integrated thinking and impactful storytelling. We're looking for an Associate Creative Director – Copy who can lead ideas across digital and mainline, combining strategic thinking with exceptional craft.

This is for someone who doesn't just write—but shapes narratives, drives culture, and creates work that connects with people and delivers business results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead creative development across integrated campaigns—digital, social, film, print, and beyond.
• Build powerful brand stories rooted in insight, culture, and relevance.
• Bring a strong sense of craft to every piece of communication, from big campaign ideas to execution details.
• Collaborate with strategy, design, media, and account teams to deliver seamless, integrated work.
• Present ideas with clarity and confidence to both internal stakeholders and clients.
• Mentor and inspire junior creatives, raising the bar on creative output.
• Ensure consistency in brand voice while pushing boundaries creatively.

What We're Looking For:

• 7–10 years of experience in an advertising agency environment.
• A strong portfolio showcasing integrated campaigns across digital and mainline.
• Proven ability to lead ideas from concept to execution.
• Sharp writing skills with a deep focus on craft and storytelling.
• Strong understanding of culture, content, and consumer behavior.
• Confidence in managing stakeholders and presenting creative work.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams.