Head of Creative

TN United Kingdom; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player specializing in bespoke packaging solutions is seeking a Head of Creative to elevate their design team. This role is ideal for a digital creative visualizer ready to transition into a Creative Director position. You'll take charge of innovative packaging designs, ensuring they meet sustainability standards while collaborating closely with marketing. With flexible working arrangements, this position offers the perfect blend of home and office environments, allowing you to push creative boundaries and lead a talented team towards excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in packaging design with a focus on sustainability.
• Strong creative vision and leadership skills to guide a team.

Responsibilities

• Create attractive and functional packaging designs for global retailers.
• Collaborate with marketing to ensure brand guidelines are met.
• Lead team training and development while managing studio workload.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Cinema 4D

AI technology adoption

Presentation skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

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Specialising in bespoke packaging, our client designs, creates, and distributes innovative solutions for global retailers.

They are looking to add a Head of Creative to their team. This role would suit a digital creative visualiser who is ready to progress into a Creative Director role.

This role offers flexible working, combining home and office environments.

Job Role

1. Take ownership of creating attractive and functional packaging designs.
2. Stay updated with the latest sustainable materials, methods, and formats.
3. Collaborate closely with the Head of Marketing, ensuring high-quality design visuals and adherence to brand guidelines.
4. Oversee studio workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
5. Prepare artwork for mass production and prototypes/sample making.
6. Lead training and development of your team.
7. Utilise AI and other technologies to enhance processes.

Skills and Experience

• Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Cinema 4D.
• Ambitious and motivated to push creative boundaries and drive positive change.
• Willing to adopt AI technology to improve digital output speed and quality.
• Ability to critique and ensure output quality.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Good interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Creative with an exceptional eye for detail.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and industry standards.