At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead coverage of global design and advertising projects across various platforms.
- Company: Join Creative Review, a trusted source for the creative industries since 1980.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, generous holiday, and health cash plans.
- Other info: Be part of a certified B Corp committed to equity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Shape the future of creativity while connecting with industry leaders.
- Qualifications: Experience in journalism and a passion for creative storytelling required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Working within Creative Review, a trusted source of insight, ideas and inspiration for the creative industries, covering design, advertising and the wider creative sector. Established in 1980, the brand has evolved from a print magazine into a multi-platform proposition spanning digital, print, social media, newsletters, podcasts, events and the Creative Review Annual Awards.
The Creativity and Culture Editor will lead Creative Review’s coverage of new global design, advertising and wider cultural projects across digital, social and CR’s wider platforms. The role will develop and deliver a strong editorial strategy that showcases the best creative work, celebrates industry talent and explores the cultural trends shaping the advertising and design industries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead Creative Review’s coverage of new design, advertising and commercial creative projects across digital, social and multi-media platforms.
- Write, commission and edit new work content, plus features, analysis and opinion content covering the advertising, design and commercial creative industries.
- Identify emerging standout campaigns and design work, plus creative trends, influential talent and cultural developments to shape Creative Review’s editorial agenda.
- Maintain strong editorial judgement when curating creative work featured across Creative Review’s platforms.
- Develop ideas for new editorial formats, products and audience propositions that strengthen Creative Review’s offering.
Audience Growth & Multimedia:
- Lead the development and performance of Creative Review’s Work and Inspiration content.
- Use audience insight, analytics and industry feedback to grow engagement and support Creative Review’s audience strategy.
- Work with the Editor and Deputy Editor to develop Creative Review’s social, audio and video proposition.
Industry Engagement & Commercial Collaboration:
- Build and maintain relationships with leading creatives, agencies, brands, producers, directors and emerging industry talent around the world.
- Represent Creative Review at industry events, conferences and awards.
- Collaborate with commercial teams to support sponsored content and events while maintaining editorial integrity.
Skills / Experience / Knowledge / Minimum Criteria:
- Strong understanding of the global advertising, design and commercial creative industries.
- Knowledge of digital journalism, multimedia content production and evolving audience behaviours.
- Understanding of editorial standards, media law and maintaining journalistic integrity.
- Excellent writing, editing and editorial judgement skills.
- Significant experience as a journalist, reporter or editor within a respected publication.
About You:
- Passionate about journalism and creative storytelling.
- Curious and proactive, with strong industry knowledge and story instincts.
- Audience-focused, using insight to shape content decisions.
- Creative and innovative, with a desire to develop new ideas and formats.
- Confident and credible, representing Creative Review within the creative industry.
What Success Looks Like:
- Delivery of high-quality creativity and culture journalism across Creative Review platforms.
- Growth in audience engagement across creativity content and digital channels.
- Development of strong industry relationships and increased influence within the creative community.
Additional Information:
Haymarket Media Group values its people and strives to shape a better future with remarkable content. Our benefits include: 25 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays, flexible working hours, and a generous contributory pension scheme.
Creativity and Culture Editor employer: Haymarket Media Group
Haymarket Media Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to various professional development opportunities while working in a hybrid model that promotes work-life balance. Join us in our vibrant location, where innovative ideas thrive and your contributions to impactful social media campaigns for MG Motor UK will be valued and recognised.
