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Creative Lead (12 month FTC)

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Monsoon Accessorize

19d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have extensive design and management experience, strong communication skills, proficiency in Adobe Suite, UX knowledge, and the ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines.
  • You will oversee creative outputs, manage workflows, support the team, ensure project quality, collaborate with marketing, direct shoots, uphold brand guidelines, and liaise with agencies.

Requirements

  • The perfect candidate will have a wealth of design, art direction & management experience. You may be either in-house or from an agency, but you have a portfolio which shows your work within either accessories, fashion, or beauty.
  • You will have lots of skills in your toolbox but find these to be at the core of your work:
  • Can communicate clearly and concisely in written, verbal and visual forms.
  • Strong presentation skills, comfortable delivering a structured creative presentation internally and externally.
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
  • Experience working on both digital and print projects including large format and window display.
  • A strong understanding of photography and light.
  • In depth knowledge of User experience design.
  • Highly organised, with a pragmatic approach.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and juggle multiple projects at once.
  • There are fundamental characteristics that will make you a success in this role, which include:
  • You consider yourself a balance between creative and analytical.
  • Are on top of trends in fashion and retail as well as graphics and design.
  • Lead by example and are happy to get stuck in when needed.
  • Are customer obsessed, always thinking of the customer journey.
  • Enjoy learning and are not afraid to fail.
  • Scrutinize the details while still seeing the big picture, are always thinking of what lies ahead.
  • Comfortable giving honest and constructive feedback with the ability to develop from a critique.
  • You use your initiative and are able to work autonomously and make decisions while remaining part of the team.
  • Remain calm under pressure and are a creative problem solver, with the ability to adapt to change.
  • Have a positive approach with a can-do attitude.
  • We love someone who has additional skill sets they can use within the role, in particular:
  • Expert in Figma, Proficient in & Adobe suite including Photoshop, In design and Illustrator, Photography & a light capability in Retouching.
  • Understanding of Adobe After Effects (Desirable).

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for final output on all customer facing communications including but not limited to: Web creative, emails, affiliates, Paid social assets, Instore windows & visuals, POS, and packaging.
  • Overseeing the workflow for the creative team and creating an environment that promotes creativity.
  • Develop the skill set of the creative team providing technical and creative support.
  • Ensure all projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Work with copy to generate cohesion between copy and creative.
  • Managing the creative budget.
  • Ensure assets are being shared with the larger business for international usage.
  • Be a key part of the wider Marketing team with a keen understanding of the campaign calendar.
  • Communicate projects and direction with key stakeholders across the business.
  • Present creative concepts to internal and external teams to gain buy-in and present a clear direction.
  • Understand the big picture of company direction and filter down to team and external suppliers.
  • Ability to manage the entire creative process from ideation through to final delivery.
  • Be hands-on with the ability to pick up projects when needed.
  • Art directing all campaign & in-house shoots.
  • Solid understanding of photography and retouching processes.
  • Production experience, building teams of freelancers where needed and juggling multiple shoots in a hands-on environment.
  • Ability to generate impactful creative assets across various channels and formats.
  • Work with the in-house ecommerce studio to ensure ecommerce imagery is effective and to a high standard.
  • Act as brand guardian ensuring a consistent visual tone of voice across the customer experience both in store and online.
  • Maintain and uphold the style guidelines for the brand.
  • Liaise with third-party agencies on major campaigns.

FAQs

What is the duration of the position?

The position is for a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC).

What type of company is Accessorize?

Accessorize is an exciting and ethical fashion brand focused on rediscovering and modernizing its product, experience, and marketing.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Creative Lead?

The Creative Lead is responsible for the final output of all customer-facing communications, overseeing the creative team, managing workflows, maintaining the creative budget, and ensuring cohesion between copy and creative.

What characteristics are important for a successful candidate in this role?

Successful candidates should be a balance between creative and analytical, customer-obsessed, able to work under pressure, detail-oriented yet able to see the big picture, and possess a positive, can-do attitude.

What software skills are required for this position?

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is required, with additional skills in Figma and a basic understanding of Adobe After Effects being desirable.

Are there opportunities for professional development within the role?

Yes, the Creative Lead is expected to develop the skill set of the creative team and provide technical and creative support.

What kind of work experience is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should have a wealth of design, art direction, and management experience, preferably in accessories, fashion, or beauty.

What benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive a competitive salary, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, a pension plan, and various discounts, among other benefits.

Is there a requirement for a portfolio submission?

Yes, applicants are required to submit an up-to-date CV along with a short cover letter and a portfolio showcasing their work.

How does Accessorize approach diversity and inclusion?

Accessorize is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and values every individual's unique contribution, enabling all employees to thrive and reach their full potential.

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Monsoon Accessorize

Creating vibrant products. Sharing endless discovery.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1973
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At the very beginning, our philosophy was ‘small is beautiful’; we started out as a small business with a big passion for vibrant bohemian-inspired clothes, and beautiful fabrics hand-crafted by talented artisans from small communities across Asia. The first Monsoon store opened in London in 1973, selling original collections that featured clothes made with hand-loomed cotton and silk fabrics, organic vegetable dyes and artisan block-printing techniques. Over the years, our business has grown, but our passion remains the same. We have a detailed eye for true beauty, whether that’s our intricate design details, colourful prints, fabrics, or embellishments. We design in-house, source globally and ethically, and are dedicated to delivering keepsake quality, because we love to make our customer’s day just that little bit more special and out of the ordinary. We believe in the positive, empowering, life-changing power of trade rather than aid. We have always worked with craftspeople in villages and small communities to give them sustainable independence. We connect British contemporary designs with our network of craftspeople, and together they create beautiful, unique collections that celebrate our customer’s individuality and sense of adventure.