What we are looking for…
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Creative to join our company's content team. As the Head of Creative, you will be responsible for managing a team of talented designers and animators, and leading the creative direction for our brand. This is a key senior role where you will have the opportunity to shape and elevate our brand through innovative and compelling visual design.
What you will do…
Creative Strategy
- Develop and execute the creative strategy to ensure an inspiring, consistent and visually engaging brand identity across all platforms.
- Work with the VP of Brand and Content to translate brand guidelines into actionable creative concepts.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
Team Leadership
- Lead and inspire a team of designers and animators, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.
- Provide mentorship, guidance and feedback to help team members grow professionally and deliver high-quality work.
- Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Represent the creative team and perspective within the business and externally.
Branding and Visual Identity
- Oversee the development and maintenance of the brand's visual identity, ensuring consistency across all marketing materials, campaigns, and digital assets.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product and development, to ensure brand alignment and cohesion.
Creative Direction
- Conceptualise and execute innovative and visually compelling designs for our product, incorporating user experience best practices.
- Develop and maintain style guides, design systems, and templates to streamline the design process and maintain brand consistency.
Project Management
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define project objectives, requirements and timelines.
- Engage and work closely with external creative agencies and freelancers, as necessary, to meet project goals.
Requirements
What you will bring...
- Training or a degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
- Proven experience in a senior creative role, with a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional design skills and creative vision.
- Demonstrated experience managing and leading a team of designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work culture.
- Expertise in graphic design tools and software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
- Experience of marketing design and overseeing video creation.
- Solid understanding of branding principles and visual identity development.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate creative concepts and ideas.
- Experience of AI design tools is a plus.
Benefits
What you will get in return
- A competitive salary
- EMI Share Scheme Options
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Assurance
- 25 days annual leave
- Birthday Leave
- Cross-team learning opportunities
- Hybrid/Remote working options
- and more!