Job title: Creative Lead
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: XP
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: London
Job published: 26/03/2025
Job ID: 90493

Job Description

Job Title: Creative Lead (Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: North London (Hybrid)
Contract Duration: Minimum 3 months 

The Role:

We are seeking a talented and visionary Creative Lead to join our team on a fixed-term contract. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and overseeing the creative direction of live events, ensuring they align with client objectives and deliver unforgettable experiences. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, producers, and strategists, to conceptualize, pitch, and execute world-class event experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop compelling creative concepts and storytelling elements for live events, ensuring alignment with client objectives and brand guidelines.

  • Lead brainstorming sessions, providing creative vision and direction to the internal team and external stakeholders.

  • Oversee the design, production, and execution of event visuals, stage designs, branding, and multimedia content.

  • Work closely with event producers, technical teams, and vendors to bring concepts to life while maintaining creative integrity.

  • Present ideas and pitches to clients, articulating creative strategies and justifying design decisions.

  • Ensure all creative assets and materials are delivered on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.

  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and new creative techniques to drive innovation in live events.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in a Creative Lead, Senior Designer, or Art Director role within a live events agency or similar environment.

  • A strong portfolio showcasing creative work across experiential marketing, stage design, branding, and digital content.

  • Exceptional conceptual and visual storytelling skills.

  • Strong leadership abilities, with experience managing creative teams and collaborating with cross-functional departments.

  • Proficiency in design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma) and an understanding of motion graphics and 3D rendering tools is a plus.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to confidently pitch ideas to clients.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

 

Please get in touch with me, Ben McKenna-Smith if this position sounds of interest. I am a consultant at mustard with a specialist approach to creative recruitment.

For more info on this role or to chat about other options call me on +447537144045 or the office on 0117 929 6060. You can also email me at ben.smith@mustardjobs.co.uk

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mustard is a creative recruitment consultancy and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias and we welcome the opportunity to work with you. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know. We appreciate the unique skills and experiences each candidate brings, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected".