BREWDOG IS A SUNDAY TIMES BEST PLACES TO WORK EMPLOYER 2023
COMPANY SHARES | 10% PROFIT SCHEME | PENSION ENHANCEMENTS UP TO 10% | 4-WEEK SABBATICAL EVERY 5 YEARS | STAFF DISCOUNT | EXTRA HOLIDAY DAY EACH YEAR | ADDITIONAL PAY FOR EACH BEER EXAM PASSED
We love great craft beer. We want everyone to be as passionate about it as we are – and our central team are vital in this mission. Every single person in our team can shape our future for the better, whether that’s for our people, planet or our incredible beer. Because we expect great things from you, we give great things back. And not only that - we are a Best Places to Work employer 2023
HOP STOCK | We believe in sharing our success with our crew and have a unique Hop Stock benefit for our salaried team. That means you share in our success, and if we grow strongly, we win together.
PROFIT SHARE | Via our ground-breaking Unicorn Fund, we give away 10% of our profits, to our amazing crew members, every single year. We wouldn’t be able to do it without you so it’s only right we share the success together.
PENSION ENHANCEMENT | We increase our contributions to your pension up to 10% of your salary so together we can properly invest in your future. And, since the statutory amount all businesses pay is 3%, our decision to pay above that shows we’re taking your future seriously.
4-WEEK SABBATICAL| After every 5 years here you will receive an additional 4 weeks off to spend doing whatever you want.
STAFF DISCOUNT | 25% off in bars, 30% off online and 50% off BrewDog Merch to fill up your fridge and your wardrobe* (*don’t put your hoody in the fridge though)
ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY DAYS | For every full year completed up to your 5th year with us we add on one additional day’s leave above and beyond your initial entitlement. You therefore get an extra full week off at 5 years every single year onward to rest up.
BEER TRAINING | We love beer and we want you to love beer too, so we’ll support you through the internationally-recognised Cicerone qualifications, so you can love it almost as much as we do. We’ll also pay you more for each level you pass.
AND A LOT MORE | Okay, deep breath… enhanced sick pay, healthcare, life assurance, high street retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, enhanced family friendly policies around maternity and paternity leave, pawternity leave, DE+I and crew forum groups and an allowance to quality check some beers each month!
We’re also the world’s first carbon negative beer business. We’re focused on making sure that we, and future generations, have a planet to brew great beer on. Our industry leading techniques help us create and deliver unique beer whilst doing our bit (and others’) for the environment.
We are seeking a talented and dynamic Middleweight Creative/Art Director to join our creative team. As the Middleweight Creative Art Director, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and executing exceptional creative solutions across various platforms. You'll collaborate closely with our creative team, including copywriters, graphic designers, and other stakeholders, to bring captivating ideas to life. Your artistic vision and ability to lead projects will be instrumental in crafting compelling and impactful campaigns.
Responsibilities:
- Conceptualization and Ideation: Develop innovative and engaging creative concepts that align with the project brief and brand guidelines, ensuring they resonate with the target audience.
- Visual Design Execution: Oversee the end-to-end process of visual design, including graphics, layouts, and other visual elements, consistently maintaining high standards of creativity and originality. Previous experience as a graphic designer is a bonus.
- Art Direction: Provide clear and effective art direction to team members, guiding them to achieve excellence in design while nurturing their growth and skills.
- Campaign Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create integrated advertising campaigns across various media channels, such as print, digital, social media, and video.
- Brand Identity: Ensure consistent adherence to brand guidelines and help evolve and strengthen the brand identity through creative visual storytelling.
- Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to leverage insights and maintain a cutting-edge approach to visual design.
- Presentations: Effectively present and articulate creative ideas to clients or internal stakeholders, offering compelling rationale behind design choices.
- Project Management: Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to timelines and budgets while maintaining a keen eye on quality.
- Collaboration: Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, working closely with copywriters, designers, and other team members to achieve outstanding results.
- Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and feedback to deliver work that exceeds expectations.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in art direction, preferably within an advertising agency or creative studio.
- Portfolio: A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative projects and campaigns, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and a unique artistic perspective.
- Creative Software: Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a creative team, encouraging collaboration and fostering a culture of creativity.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating creative ideas and building rapport with clients and team members.
- Adaptability: Adept at working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects, and embracing constructive feedback to continuously improve.
- Brand Awareness: Deep understanding of branding principles and the ability to integrate brand identity into various design projects.
The Middleweight Creative Art Director role presents an exciting opportunity for a creative visionary who can drive innovative design solutions, as part of a team to deliver outstanding results. If you have a passion for creating captivating creative work and possess the necessary skills, we invite you to join our creative team and make a significant impact on our success.
THE BREWDOG CHARTER
WE BLEED CRAFT BEER | This is our true North.
WE ARE UNCOMPROMISING | If we don't love it, we don't do it. Ever.
WE COUNT TIME IN DOG YEARS | We are ambitious. We are relentless. We take risks.
WE CHALLENGE EVERYTHING | We forge our own path.
WITHOUT US WE ARE NOTHING | We are BrewDog.