Art Director/Brand Designer in London

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in‑house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences.

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we’re at the forefront of leveraging cutting‑edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision‑making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

We are collaborating with a global leader in the drinks and beverages industry to recruit a talented Art Director / Brand Designer. We’re seeking an experienced creative visionary with over 5 years of experience in advertising, a strong background in art direction, and a passion for AI in creative processes. In this role, you will collaborate across functions with a dynamic team of 15 professionals and contribute to groundbreaking campaigns that push creative boundaries.

What you will be doing:

• Create and manage original, persuasive, conceptually compelling work for campaigns, content and experiences with support from the Creative Director.
• Work proactively to push the brands to explore new creative expressions.
• Collaborate with on‑site and in‑house teams to explore ways to develop creative presence through innovative content.
• Develop creative output that is on‑brand, innovative, challenging and attuned to the cultural interests of the audience.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of AI in creative processes, with a forward‑thinking mindset towards emerging technologies.

Agency & Studio Background:

• Hands‑on design experience at leading creative studios.
• Strong foundation in graphic design and visual communication principles.
• Proven ability to co‑create with photographers, stylists, partners, and fellow art directors.
• Experience managing end‑to‑end creative processes, from brand identity to campaign development.
• Expertise in motion‑driven content creation and execution.

What you need to be great in this role:

• Extensive experience working with both luxury and commercial brands.
• Over 5 years of experience in advertising.
• Fluency in English and Swedish is a plus.
• Experience in consumer goods, luxury, or drinks & beverages sectors preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of fashion and lifestyle industries, with experience directing visual narratives.
• Demonstrated success leading and executing international campaigns for high‑profile clients.
• Skill in developing tailored aesthetic concepts that resonate with sophisticated audiences.
• A helicopter view of the content world and emerging trends in social media communication.

What good looks like:

• Excellent portfolio of work that demonstrates high quality art direction and design within a variety of marketing campaign and platform projects.
• Strong layout and design skills across print and digital.
• Actively support the Creative Director with new business activity, networking and pitching where required.
• Experienced in liaising directly with the client and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Experience with strategic brainstorming, creative brief development and creative execution.
• Experience meeting clients and presenting your work.
• Ability to think creatively and justify concepts to clients and team members.
• Deep understanding of editorial & publishing models.
• Developed and working awareness of all major content platforms and channels and a view on new platforms.

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science‑based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.