Description:

Portal, a fast-growing creative agency in the toy and video games industry, is seeking a highly skilled Creative Director to lead its talented creative team. You will oversee marketing campaigns, designs, and video content for a global client base, working closely with the Managing Director to shape and deliver high-quality, industry-leading creative projects. This role combines hands-on design with leadership responsibilities, mentoring the team, and ensuring creative excellence across all platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire multidisciplinary creative teams, setting creative vision and maintaining high standards

• Turn client briefs into high-impact, insight-driven concepts across digital, design, and video production

• Direct the production of video content, motion graphics, and storyboards

• Deliver standout campaigns for performance-based marketing across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and programmatic platforms

• Communicate with clients, presenting creative ideas and managing feedback effectively

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (performance, strategy, production, client teams) to deliver cohesive campaigns

• Mentor and upskill creative team members in design tools and production processes

• Manage multiple projects, balancing quality, creativity, and deadlines

• Innovate and explore new tools, technologies, and creative testing approaches

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years agency experience in a similar creative leadership role

• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro)

• Hands-on experience creating campaigns, videos, motion graphics, and design assets

• Strong storytelling and concept development skills

• Experience delivering creative solutions for performance marketing campaigns

• Proven ability to mentor and inspire teams

Desired Characteristics:

• Highly creative and skilled designer

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking

• Passion for the toy and video games industry

• Excellent client communication skills

• Collaborative, adaptable, and proactive

• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid working (50-60% of the week onsite)

• Participation in Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) scheme

• Commitment to company values and collaborative culture

Benefits:

• Performance-related annual bonus

• Employee pension scheme

• Company health insurance and life assurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• 24 days annual leave (including birthday off) + additional bonus days

• Loyalty bonuses for tenure

• Christmas to New Year office closure

• Cycle-to-work scheme & annual season ticket loan

• Social and wellness programs: Summer away day, Wellbeing Wednesdays, in-office games, snacks, fitness, and more