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Freelance Design Lead

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About the Role

At AKQA, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations space, Design and innovation transforming ideas into world-changing impact.

<p>At AKQA (part of WPP), </p> <p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-weight: 300;">We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.</span></p>

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<p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">About WPP</span></strong></p>

<p class="x_MsoNormal">WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit <a href="http://wpp.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">WPP.com</a>.</p>

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AKQA is a design and innovation company that employs over 6,500 professionals across 20 countries. Awarded the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for Digital Craft in 2023 and named by Gartner as one of the world’s leading marketing agencies in 2021. Winner of Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas in 2022, and recognised as a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators in 2020.

Please review the specific job listing or contact AKQA's recruiting team for details on remote or hybrid work options for this role.

Salary information may vary by role and location. Please check the specific job listing or discuss compensation during the interview process.

AKQA is an established organization in its industry. The company is a certified Most Loved Workplace®, highlighting a strong, positive culture and committed workforce.

Key benefit categories include: Health & Wellbeing, Work-Life Balance, Financial & Discounts, Professional Development, Inclusion & Community. You can view more details on their CertCheck profile.

The day-to-day environment is guided by core values such as Pioneering Innovation and Collaborative Trust and Purpose-Driven Work.

The company has committed to inclusive practices including: Empower Through Trust and Accountability and Champion Inclusive Growth and Diversity.

They have earned Most Loved Workplace® certifications including: Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2026 and Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2022.

AKQA currently has 56 open positions. They are hiring across departments like Client Services, Marketing & Business Development, Creative. You can view all current openings at certcheck.mostlovedworkplace.com/companies/akqa/jobs.

The interview process typically involves an initial recruiter screen followed by team interviews. Please contact AKQA's recruiting team for specific details on this role's process.

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Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations
5th floor, 360 Third St San Francisco, CA 94107, United States
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