Group Creative Manager

Schbang; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Schbang, Bengaluru, is seeking a Group Creative Manager who can fuse strategy, storytelling, and bold ideas into award-worthy brand campaigns. You will lead creative teams across multiple accounts and partner with Business Development on pitches to win new business.

You’ll drive creative excellence, manage workflows, mentor junior creatives, and build strong client relationships while delivering high-impact projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in the creative industry.
• Proven ability to lead creative teams and campaigns.
• Strong storytelling and ideation skills.
• Ability to translate brand objectives into creative concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead creative strategy and define scope for brand campaigns.
• Drive award-worthy campaigns and innovative solutions.
• Manage creative teams across multiple accounts.
• Collaborate with Business Development on pitches and new business.
• Identify opportunities for account growth and value.
• Ensure high creative quality and timely delivery.
• Provide creative direction on large-scale projects.
• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Develop and mentor junior creatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Storytelling

Leadership

Presentation skills

Client relationship management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We’re looking for a Group Creative Manager who can bring together strategic thinking, compelling storytelling, and breakthrough creative ideas to build impactful brand campaigns. If you’re passionate about developing award-worthy work, leading creative teams, and translating brand objectives into innovative solutions, we’d love to hear from you!

In this role, you’ll lead creative teams across a group of accounts, collaborate with Business Development on pitches and new business opportunities, and drive creative excellence while building strong client relationships.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Creative Strategy: Plan creative solutions, define the creative scope of work, and develop innovative ideas that align with brand objectives and drive campaign success.
• Drive Award-Worthy Campaigns: Lead creative campaigns and projects that push boundaries and deliver impactful work.
• Manage Creative Teams: Oversee creative teams across multiple accounts, set clear goals, encourage collaboration, and drive overall team performance.
• Collaborate on New Business: Partner with the Business Development team to develop compelling creative strategies, interactive concepts, and presentations that help convert prospective clients.
• Drive Account Growth: Identify account-mining opportunities and develop creative solutions that add value to existing client relationships.
• Own Creative Quality: Ensure ideas are innovative, strategically sound, and aligned with campaign objectives.
• Manage Workflows and Delivery: Ensure smooth team workflows, effective project management, and timely delivery across multiple projects.
• Support Large-Scale Projects: Provide creative direction and hands‑on support for complex, high‑impact projects.
• Build Stakeholder Relationships: Develop strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders to maintain alignment and deliver the right creative outcomes.
• Develop Creative Talent: Build high‑performing teams, mentor junior creatives, and conduct upskilling sessions to strengthen the team's capabilities.

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of relevant experience in the creative industry.
• Strong strategic thinking, storytelling, and ideation skills.
• Experience managing creative professionals, with a strong focus on team development, collaboration, and accountability.
• Ability to translate brand objectives into innovative creative solutions and compelling presentations.
• Experience collaborating with Business Development teams on pitches and new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of pop culture, socio‑political issues, and emerging industry trends.
• Excellent research skills and an ability to track competitor activity and evolving creative trends.
• Strong client relationship management and stakeholder communication skills.Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines, and maintain high standards of creative output.

Think You’re the Right Fit?

If you’re someone who can combine creative ambition with strategic thinking, inspire teams to do their best work, and turn bold ideas into meaningful brand experiences, we’d love to connect!