Job Description

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McCann Content

Studios :

Creative Director

Location:

McCann London (Hybrid working)



We are looking for a Creative Director to work across the most exciting and impactful global brands, working on multi-award winning social and influencer campaigns.


A conceptual thinker with a passion for the pulse of digital culture and the ability to translate strategy into groundbreaking social first ideas, advocacy led content, product launches and purpose driven work across all media.

The Part

You'll

Play...

The Creative Director is our creative dynamo, a self-starter who ideates content that doesn't just capture attention but sparks a sense of belonging online and we're looking for someone who is ready to take this step. You'll be expected to oversee work from other creatives to produce brilliant work. Creating campaigns that live in social but go beyond the platforms and become part of popular culture. You're all about ownership, accountability, and an unwavering passion for collaborative creativity, ensuring our content ignites and builds vibrant online communities.


You will oversee other teams and ideate in your own right to develop creative ideas that get everyone talking on social media. You will champion creative excellence, upskill the team and push the boundaries of creative output for the department.


As part of the McCann Content Studios, you will have the backing of one of the UK's largest and most awarded networks. You will work with a wider dedicated social and influencer team. You will need to come up with social specific ideas and work with production and our in-house content creators to bring those ideas to life.

As part of McCann Content

Studios

you will bring...

A strong pedigree of impactful work, know what people love on social and know how to tap into popular cultural trends. These ideas will inspire, make people smile and be shared nationally or globally across Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and come up with ideas for visually captivating and audience-engaging content. Keep your finger on the pulse of platform tools and adapt content ideas accordingly. Embrace fast-paced teamwork, seize trending moments, and foster a proactive attitude toward content creation. Experience of collaboration with a wider integrated team. Collaborate closely with other Creative Directors and other creative teams to bring creative concepts to life.

Past Experiences:

(minimum requirements)

A passion and understanding of social platforms - creating and curating content on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube Boast a strong online presence with a track record of crafting engaging content and knowledge of what works on different channels. Proficiency in wielding creative tools and platforms, from Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to Canva and everything new that the ad-tech/production-tech world throws our way. Fluent in the distinct content styles of various social media platforms. A portfolio of similar social creative work to be able to demonstrate your experience and knowledge. Experience working with or for high profile consumer brands.

A bit about perks of the job

As well as the more standard benefits of holiday, pension, private medical insurance, life assurance and group income protection we offer:


+ Three 'Time Well Taken' days throughout the year where we switch off collectively.
+ On-demand 1:1 mental health and coaching support through MyndUp (alongside a free Headspace membership)
+ Subsidised on-site massages, haircuts and manicures as well as cuddles from furry friends (we're a dog friendly office)
+ Free onsite breakfast, snacks and drinks with regular 'Lounge Nights' in the office rooftop social space
+ Lots of tools to help us grow from SPARK (our internal L&D platform) to LinkedIn Learning, as well as external opportunities with NABS, WACL and the IPA, amongst others
+ Your birthday off - because who wants to work on their birthday?
+ A tree planted in your name for every year you celebrate your McCanniversary
+ A Cycle to Work scheme and facilities including showers and hair styling appliances
+ Discounts with partners such as Eataly, Merlin and cinemas as well as access to independent financial advice
McCann Worldgroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


Please let us know should you require any additional assistance or support during the process.


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McCann helps brands build the most meaningful brand platforms that drive exponential growth and leave a lasting impact on culture. Founded 100+ years ago with their own platform, "Truth Well Told", McCann is the world's leading advertising agency network, creating some of the most creatively and commercially impactful advertising globally. McCann is the founding unit of McCann Worldgroup marketing services company, part of the Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG).