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

Preferred

• 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

Benefits

• Plus more great perks, which include;
• 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