At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead creative innovation and drive AI adoption in a dynamic studio environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company in Manchester with a focus on creativity and technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative culture that values experimentation and excellence.
- Why this job: Shape the future of creative work while inspiring a talented team.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in creative leadership and a passion for innovation.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
The Creative Innovation Lead plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the in-house creative capability. Working closely with the Creative Director, this role combines creative leadership with ownership of innovation, AI adoption and the continuous evolution of creative ways of working. As a senior member of the creative leadership team, the Creative Innovation Lead provides creative direction across a broad range of integrated campaigns and communications while driving the implementation of emerging technologies that enhance creative quality, efficiency and effectiveness.
The role acts as both a creative leader and innovation catalyst, championing experimentation, embedding AI-enabled workflows and developing future-ready creative capabilities across the studio. They will inspire confidence within the creative team and among stakeholders, ensuring the business continues to deliver outstanding creative work while adapting to the changing demands of modern marketing.
Key Responsibilities- Partner with the Creative Director to shape and evolve the creative vision and capability.
- Lead creative development across integrated campaigns, brand communications and marketing initiatives.
- Provide creative direction, feedback and quality assurance across all studio output.
- Champion exceptional creative standards while ensuring work remains commercially effective and strategically aligned.
- Support Creative Leads, designers and content creators in developing ideas from concept through to execution.
- Facilitate creative reviews and help teams solve complex creative challenges.
- Present and articulate creative ideas confidently to senior stakeholders, building trust through clear rationale and strategic thinking.
- Promote creative excellence, innovation and collaboration across the team.
Creative Innovation Lead employer: Hays
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