Creative Director, Social

Ninjakitchen; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in lifestyle solutions seeks a Creative Director to join their dynamic team in London. The role involves leading creative projects, mentoring a talented team, and developing innovative campaigns across various platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio, experience in creative agencies, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, driving brand engagement and storytelling excellence.

Benefits

Competitive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase options

Wellness programs

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional design and conceptual thinking.
• Experience managing creative teams and providing constructive feedback.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of designers, copywriters, and art directors.
• Oversee the creation of visually compelling and message-driven content.
• Develop campaign concepts that drive engagement and brand awareness.

Skills

Creative Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Conceptual Thinking

Education

Experience in Creative Agencies

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,300+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

What You'll Do:

As part of the phenomenal growth SharkNinja has achieved over the last few years we have an exciting new opportunity for a Creative Director with particular expertise in social execution to join our team. The successful candidate will be an instrumental member of the Creative team, helping to ensure timely and smooth delivery of our product innovation within exciting, expanding categories,

to lead and inspire our creative team. The CD will collaborate with art directors, designers, copywriters, and our IMC team to develop compelling campaigns across various platforms. This role requires a balance of conceptual thinking, leadership, and hands-on creative execution to ensure high-quality, innovative work that aligns with brand goals.

Creative Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mentor a team of designers, copywriters, and art directors.
• Develop and execute creative concepts across digital, print, social media, and video.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure brand consistency and storytelling excellence.
• Translate business objectives into creative strategies that engage target audiences.

Concept Development & Execution

• Oversee the creation of visually compelling and message-driven content.
• Provide guidance on design, typography, imagery, and copywriting.
• Ensure all creative work meets high standards of originality and brand alignment.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and emerging media.

Project Management & Collaboration

• Work closely with account managers and internal teams to ensure timely execution of projects.
• Present creative ideas and campaigns to clients and stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining creative quality and meeting deadlines.

Brand & Campaign Development

• Develop campaign concepts that drive engagement and brand awareness.
• Work on brand identity, storytelling, and visual language.
• Collaborate with external agencies, freelancers, and production houses as needed.

What You'll Bring:

Creative Expertise

• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional design and conceptual thinking.
• Creative agencies experience a MUST.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, etc.).
• Experience in branding, advertising, and integrated marketing campaigns.

Communication & Presentation

• Strong verbal and visual communication skills.
• Ability to present and sell creative concepts to clients and stakeholders.

Leadership & Organization

• Experience managing creative teams and providing constructive feedback.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more.We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary

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