Head of Creative Reward Development

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company seeks a visionary Head of Creative Reward Development to lead the future of entertainment rewards. This pivotal role involves shaping industry standards through omni-channel strategies and captivating storytelling. You will inspire cross-functional teams, manage creative direction, and ensure alignment with market trends. If you are passionate about driving creative innovation in the entertainment sector, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic environment where your leadership will influence the future of customer engagement and brand loyalty.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in creative leadership within marketing or licensing.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish creative direction within the global Entertainment division.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve creative excellence in visual design.

Skills

Creative Leadership

Project Management

Market Trend Analysis

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Innovative Conceptualization

Retail Loyalty Marketing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field

Graduate Degree in Design/Marketing

Job description

Job title: Head of Creative Reward Development

Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus

Location: Hayes, West London or Amsterdam

Duration: Permanent

Working model: Hybrid

At TCC Global, we create innovative loyalty marketing solutions that drive customer engagement and enhance brand loyalty for some of the world’s leading retailers. We are passionate about our work and dedicated to delivering outstanding results.

Primary Purpose & Scope:

Are you a visionary leader ready to drive the future of entertainment rewards? We are looking for a Head of Creative Reward Development to take the reins of our Entertainment division. This role involves setting industry standards for innovative solutions that captivate audiences and drive commercial success. You’ll shape the future of entertainment experiences through omni-channel strategies, marketing activation, and globally recognized brands.

This position offers the opportunity to lead creative direction, inspire cross-functional teams, and stay ahead of market trends, ensuring creative excellence in storytelling and visual design. If you're ready to influence the future of entertainment rewards, this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish creative direction within the global Entertainment division.
• Collaborate with Category Heads to develop brand and product strategies aligned with market trends and consumer insights.
• Partner with the Head of Licensing to align TCC’s brand portfolio with market trends and manage creative elements in partnerships.
• Build relationships with Creative Directors and Product Development Leads within licensors to access new creative assets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve creative excellence in visual design and storytelling, meeting commercial requirements.
• Educate and inspire commercial teams on Entertainment Brand solutions to enhance client pitches.
• Oversee all creative executions, ensuring alignment of sales tools and compelling campaign narratives.
• Travel globally to stay informed about industry trends and integrate insights into TCC solutions.
• Manage budgets, deadlines, and schedules to meet project goals and team priorities.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Extensive creative leadership experience within licensors, licensees, leading brands, or marketing agencies, with a proven track record in creative execution and product development.
• Strong team and project leadership skills, especially in managing complex cross-functional teams.
• Ability to conceptualize innovative ideas and develop competitive strategies, leading to successful project completion.
• Confidence to challenge the status quo and lead with insights and market trends.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in the retail loyalty sector, particularly loyalty marketing campaigns.
• Experience working within a licensor/licensee environment.
• Licensing experience with major entertainment or toy licensors is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field; a graduate degree in design, art, advertising, marketing, or business is advantageous.

Key Relationships:

• External: Licensors, design agencies, inventors, industry specialists.
• Internal: Product Development and Design, Licensing Team, Regional Heads of Entertainment, Commercial Teams, Executive Committee.

Core Values - How we behave – The qualities we value in all our people

• Respect: Treat others as they wish to be treated.
• Truth: Be honest and open, learning from successes and mistakes.
• Collaborate: Work together to become smarter and better as one team.
• Care: About TCC, our future, colleagues, clients, and community.

If you are passionate about the Entertainment industry and ready to take on a leadership role that drives creative innovation, we would love to hear from you!