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The B-Hive is an in-house creative agency bringing to life the creative needs of some of the most recognisable brands in the beauty industry including No7, Soap & Glory, Liz Earle and Boots own brand. We combine the capability of an external creative and production team, with the speed, flexibility, and in-depth brand knowledge of an in-house set-up. This is underpinned by years of experience dedicated to Boots and No7 Beauty Company. We are looking for an experienced Design Lead to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a flair for language, a deep understanding of brand voice, and the ability to create compelling campaign ideas to run across multiple platforms. This position requires someone who is both strategic and imaginative, with the skill to translate marketing objectives into big ideas.
Job Responsibility:
To think in terms of big ideas that can scale and live beyond the execution
Develop ideas and design execution for a variety of advertising channels, including digital ads, print media, social media, email campaigns, and more
Collaborate with copywriters, graphic designers, and marketing strategists to create cohesive and impactful campaigns
Understand client briefs and marketing goals to tailor content that aligns with brand identity and objectives
Steer and evaluate the visual direction on multiple projects to ensure consistency in design direction
Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to create relevant and fresh design styling
Present design and art direction concepts and final deliverables to the internal team or clients when necessary and participate in feedback sessions
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience as a designer in an advertising or marketing setting (agency or in-house) with a portfolio of published work
Strong research capabilities
You can adapt design styles to different audiences and platforms
Strong collaborative spirit
Creativity and an ability to think in ways that unlock the unexpected
To work actively to craft the design direction and strategic foundations in response to briefs managed through B-Hive
Act as a source of inspiration and guidance for B-Hive teams
Take a lead, alongside the Copy Lead, as a creative mouthpiece for B-Hive - actively participating, presenting, or advocating for the creative work of B-Hive
Support with the strategic planning of creative projects
Nice to have:
You have experience in the beauty or similar industry
You have experience having created strategic pitches for work
You have an understanding of AI and how and when it should be used
Experience working in an agency juggling multiple briefs and clients
What we offer:
Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Discretionary annual bonus
Generous employee discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more
Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme