Associate Creative Director (Design/Art Direction)

TL;DR

Associate Creative Director (Design/Art Direction): Leading and shaping the visual identity and impact of a global digital brand across integrated campaigns with an accent on concept development, craft, and team leadership. Focus on inspiring designers/Art Directors, ensuring creative quality, and delivering compelling visual experiences across digital, social, OOH, print, and motion channels.

Location: Largely remote with monthly travel to the regional HQ/Studio in South Yorkshire, UK

Salary: £75,000–£85,000

Company

A fast-moving, purpose-led global digital brand with a collaborative in-house studio.

What you will do

• Shape the look, feel, and impact of a global brand across fully integrated campaigns.
• Lead and mentor a team of designers/Art Directors, setting high creative standards.
• Develop and execute big campaign ideas from initial concept through to final asset delivery.
• Balance concept and craft to ensure all work is on-brand, strategically sound, and visually exceptional.
• Manage multiple briefs and prioritize effectively to deliver high-quality work at pace.
• Turn insights into standout creative ideas that work across digital, social, OOH, print, and motion channels.

Requirements

• Proven B2C or agency-side design experience.
• Confidence in balancing multiple projects on a global stage.
• Fluency in digital and social, with experience delivering paid ad campaigns and integrated brand work.
• Strong communication skills to sell ideas, manage stakeholders, and collaborate effectively.
• Expert proficiency in Figma, leading by example for your team.
• Ability to inspire and mentor a creative team while remaining hands-on with the work.

Culture & Benefits

• 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).
• Health cover and life insurance.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme and various lifestyle perks.
• Dedicated charity day each year.
• Regular recognition through company awards and team events.
• Opportunities for development in a fast-growing global business.