Creative Manager

Informa Group Plc.; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international company in Brighton is seeking a dynamic Creative Manager to lead its creative team, focusing on delivering exceptional design and marketing solutions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive creative leadership experience and a robust portfolio demonstrating impactful work. Responsibilities include managing project timelines and resources, overseeing creative outputs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align with brand identity. The role emphasizes team management and innovative execution, essential for driving brand growth and outreach.

Benefits

Flexible personal benefits

25 days annual leave plus extras

Bespoke training and mentoring platforms

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a creative leadership role.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative projects and campaigns.
• High proficiency in design software and experience in photography/videography.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and manage a team of two creative professionals.
• Develop and execute creative strategies that align with business objectives.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of all creative outputs.

Skills

Creative leadership

Team management

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Graphic Design or Marketing

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

This role is based in our Brighton office

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Creative Manager to lead and inspire our creative team in delivering exceptional design and marketing solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creative direction, team management, and a passion for producing high-quality, impactful work. This role requires a balance of creative vision and hands-on execution to drive brand success. You will be responsible for overseeing the creative output across our entire international event portfolio, playing a key role in driving brand growth and expanding outreach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and manage a team of two creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Work closely with the creative team to develop and execute creative strategies that align with the company’s brand identity and business objectives.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of all creative output across teams and for all purposes, including marketing materials, websites, digital campaigns, print collateral, video content and multimedia assets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging and branding across all platforms.
• Manage project timelines and resources to deliver high-quality creative outputs on time and within budget constraints.
• Stay informed about industry trends, tools and technologies to ensure the team remains at the forefront of creative innovation.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to team members to enhance their skills, creativity and performance.

Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with their vision and goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a creative leadership role, preferably as a Senior Creative, Creative Manager or similar position.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative projects and campaigns across various media.
• High proficiency in design and video software (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite). Experience in photography and videography is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in leadership, mentoring and team management.
• Exceptional communication, written language and presentation skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• A degree in Graphic Design, Marketing or a related field is preferred but not essential.

Additional Information

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That’s why we work in-person with each other or with customers and partners three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces, you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it — see what our colleagues have to say at:

Benefits

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our Walk the World charity day, and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available
• Career opportunity: bespoke training and learning/m mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning; internal job moves are encouraged and supported
• Time out: 25 days annual leave rising to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Flexible personal benefits plus company-funded private medical cover
• ShareMatch: a scheme to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy and access to health apps
• Recognition for great work with global awards and kudos programmes
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

Were not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most, although not all, of the skills and experience listed we welcome your application.

EEO and Compliance

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and/or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa you’ll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses including all of those protected by law. See our website for full information.

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Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1