[header] How to work as a creative director for an ad agency [title] Get a college degree. [step] It's possible to get a job in an ad agency without one, but a promotion to a creative director position almost always requires a degree. A masters degree will give you a competitive edge. 
Degrees in liberal arts or business are acceptable for starting out in an ad agency. Larger agencies may look for a degree in fine arts, journalism, communications or design.