Senior Creative - Commerce in Somerset

£60,000 per annum plus performance-related bonus and fantastic benefits 40 hours per week across 5 days, Monday to Friday. Based onsite – BA7 A portfolio is needed for this role 🔗Take a look at our Commerce site 🔗Read the full job description here 🔗Learn about The Newt in Somerset Bringing ideas to life, one detail at a time. Our Senior Creative – Commerce As our Senior Creative for our Commerce business, you’ll drive the creative expression of The Newt across packaging, campaigns and multi‑channel storytelling. This is a senior, influential role shaping and elevating the visual identity of our food, drink and gifting categories. From defining seasonal creative worlds to leading packaging innovation, you’ll ensure every touchpoint reflects our provenance, craftsmanship and premium positioning, while providing inspiring creative leadership across the Commerce team. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of seasonal creative worlds, campaign concepts and storytelling frameworks Define and evolve the overarching creative direction for packaging and brand design Act as guardian of brand expression across online, retail, wholesale and campaign channels Lead ideation and delivery of innovative, premium packaging rooted in provenance and product story Oversee artwork from concept through to production‑ready delivery, ensuring exceptional quality Collaborate closely with suppliers, printers and internal teams to deliver outstanding outcomes Provide creative leadership across campaigns, retail storytelling and digital content Mentor and guide designers, freelancers and creative partners What we can offer A positive workplace environment with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally. Stay in shape with our complimentary use of our gym and wellbeing classes . Look after your wellbeing with complimentary access to our Spa and swimming pools and our exclusive benefit of 50% off Spa Treatments . Enjoy shopping in both our shops on estate and online with 30% discount for all our colleagues and free delivery for any online purchases. Discover exclusive perks with our Discounted hotel stays for staff , accompanied by a fantastic 30% discount at our restaurants . Complimentary garden membership for the Newt and our partner gardens including the Eden Project, Kew Gardens and The Lost Gardens of Heligan. Complimentary staff meal each shift – crafted by our dedicated kitchen team, often featuring fresh produce from our estate. We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our colleague recognition programme “Newt Awards” with the opportunity to achieve amazing rewards including a complimentary Hotel Stay . Support from our Employee Assistance Programme for both yourself and your family including unlimited 24/7 remote GP appointments . Access to our Cycle to Work scheme , supporting your wellbeing and sustainable commuting. A team that knows how to have fun with regular team engagement activities including Fun Squad events such as Go‑Karting and Wine Tasting. Up to 30 days annual leave each year for our full‑time team. What we’re looking for A senior creative with strong experience in brand, packaging or multi‑channel design Proven ability to shape creative direction, seasonal concepts and campaigns Exceptional aesthetic sensibility with a passion for craft and detail Strong commercial awareness and understanding of premium brand positioning Deep knowledge of packaging production, materials, finishes and print processes Confident leader able to mentor, influence and inspire creative teams Highly organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple complex projects Expert user of Adobe Creative Suite with a strong, relevant portfolio Where you’ll be working The Newt in Somerset Commerce department is a commercial hub for so much of what makes The Newt special, our multi‑channel retail and wholesale business is anchored in the passion and provenance that lies at the heart of our estate. Aimed at discerning customers who prize taste, quality and integrity of production above all else, we deliver our premium food