Responsibilities

• Define and lead the creative vision for the branded content business across print, digital, video, social, experiential, and emerging platforms.
• Champion innovative storytelling and creative excellence that differentiates the organisation in the marketplace.
• Establish creative standards, processes, and best practices that elevate the quality and consistency of commercial work.
• Ensure all branded content aligns with audience expectations while meeting advertiser objectives and protecting editorial integrity.
• Lead strategic ideation for high-value RFPs, proactive opportunities, and integrated marketing campaigns.
• Translate business challenges into compelling creative concepts that connect brands with audiences through authentic storytelling.
• Collaborate with Sales and Commercial leadership to develop winning pitches that drive revenue growth.
• Present strategic recommendations and creative concepts directly to senior clients and agency partners.
• Oversee the in-house creative and design studio responsible for visual design, campaign development, presentation design, motion graphics, and creative production.
• Ensure efficient workflows, resource planning, and creative quality across simultaneous projects.

Requirements

• Experience in creative leadership within publishing, media, advertising, branded content, or integrated marketing.
• Proven experience leading creative strategy for premium brands and multi-channel campaigns.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary creative teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, innovative concepts, and award-worthy creative execution.
• Exceptional presentation, storytelling, and executive communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with revenue organizations and supporting new business development.
• Deep understanding of editorial content, audience engagement, and branded storytelling.
• Strong operational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Leadership Competencies: Visionary creative leadership; Strategic and commercial thinking; Collaborative influence across functions; Client relationship management; Talent development and coaching; Innovation and continuous improvement; Executive presence; Data-informed decision making
• Excellent stakeholder management and ability to influence senior leaders across Sales, Editorial, Marketing, and Partnerships.

Nice-to-have

• Experience with AI-enabled creative tools
• Industry recognition and awards
• Experience collaborating with revenue organizations and supporting new business development

Benefits

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan