Creative Director

3 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom 9Yards Communications ☑️ Full time

Job Overview:


The Creative Director, based in the UK, will lead a team of art directors, designers, and content creators, collaborating with department leads and the Director of Content & Creative to build a high-performing team. You’ll drive impactful ideas, maintain brand consistency, and manage the entire creative process from concept to post-production. With a digital-first, omnichannel approach, you’ll optimize content across platforms, integrate UX into creative solutions, and foster relationships with global teams and brand partners. Collaborating with digital and D2C teams, you’ll produce consumer-driven content that elevates brand presence.

 

Key Responsibilities:


· Creative Strategy and Vision: Develop and communicate a strong creative vision aligned with brand objectives to deliver high-quality and impactful content.

· Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of creatives, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

· Project Management and Oversight: Oversee all stages of the creative process, ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets while optimizing resources.

· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing, product, digital, and UX teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging across all channels.

· Brand Consistency and Quality Control: Maintain brand consistency in all outputs and approve designs and content to align with strategic objectives.

· Client and Stakeholder Relations: Build and manage relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders, gathering feedback to refine creative strategies.

· Innovation and Trend Analysis: Stay current with industry trends and technology to drive creative innovation and improve output.

· Content Optimization and Platform Adaptation: Embrace a digital-first approach, optimizing content for web, social, mobile, and D2C channels.


Qualifications:


· Education: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, fine arts, communications, or a related field; a master’s degree is advantageous.

· Experience: Minimum of 8 years in a creative role, with 3-5 years in senior leadership. Agency or brand experience with a successful track record preferred.

· Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a creative team, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide constructive feedback.

· Creative and Strategic Thinking: Skilled in conceptual creativity and strategic thinking, capable of translating brand objectives into impactful ideas.

·Technical Proficiency: Proficient in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), digital marketing tools, and UX/UI principles. Experience with video and multimedia content is beneficial.

· Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective team collaboration and client presentations.

· Portfolio: A robust portfolio of successful creative projects across platforms that showcases originality and brand alignment.

Analytical and Adaptability Skills: Ability to adapt strategies based on audience insights, performance metrics, and industry trends.



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