Midweight Creative Team (social-first)

VML

3mo ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid Level
Marketing
London

Requirements

Experience executing award-winning campaigns across all media channels including social, mobile, activation, experiential, and broadcast
A thorough understanding of the project process within a creative agency - from client brief through to post-project-evaluation
Passionate and curious about the latest creative/design innovations - interested and active within the creative industry outside of the 9-to-5
Able to deliver great conceptual ideas, with a portfolio displaying the depth of your creativity and expertise in this area
Fluency in social platforms and experience creating content focused for social media objectives.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently on medium to large scale client projects, occasionally with a senior creative/team
Ability to oversee design / post-production print and motion
Desired Skills and Experiences:
Experience working in the beauty vertical is ideal but not essential.
Strong understanding of social media trends and best practices
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design software
Ability to think innovatively and look beyond the obvious to develop highly engaging ideas and campaigns
Demonstrates ‘passion’ – approaches all tasks in a wholehearted and enthusiastic manner
Shows initiative and a ‘can-do’ attitude
Highly motivated and a self-starter
Recognizes the need for management support when necessary
Constantly looks for and learns from new information or experiences
Deals constructively with frustration and stress, maintaining a professional and positive manner
Is direct and honest in dealing with others
Treats all people with respect and fairness

Responsibilities

We are seeking a creative and innovative ‘Social First’ Mid Weight Creative Team member to join our creative department. The successful duo will be responsible for creating, developing and executing advertising ideas for identified customers through social media as well as print, TV, Content, Direct Marketing & Mobile etc. This person should be able to combine artistic sensibilities and understanding with knowledge of design and production process to create work that engages identified customers on social media. Working in an integrated creative environment, in partnership with The Pharm’s other teams, this role will support projects, large and small, from start to finish.
This role will specifically focus on No7's Beauty Company’s expressionist brands ‘Soap & Glory’ and ‘Sleek’. Soap & Glory as a brand leans into codes of the fantastical and fun as well as luxury and efficacy. Sleek is cosmetics brand with an East London heritage that leans into the fully cos obsessed Makeup Magpies. We want a creative team who embodies this spirit to create impactful campaigns that resonate with our audiences.

FAQs

What is the main mission of The Pharm?

The Pharm works in partnership with Walgreens Boots Alliance to help people across the world lead healthier and happier lives.

What are the roles and responsibilities of the Midweight Creative Team member?

The Midweight Creative Team member will be responsible for creating, developing, and executing advertising ideas primarily for social media, but also across print, TV, content, direct marketing, and mobile platforms. They will work collaboratively with various teams within The Pharm to support projects from start to finish.

Which brands will the Midweight Creative Team focus on?

The role will specifically focus on No7's Beauty Company’s brands ‘Soap & Glory’ and ‘Sleek’.

What type of experience is required for this position?

Candidates should have experience executing award-winning campaigns across various media channels, as well as a thorough understanding of the creative agency project process from client brief through to post-project evaluation.

Is experience in the beauty industry necessary for this role?

Experience in the beauty vertical is ideal but not essential.

What skills are desirable for candidates applying for this role?

Desirable skills include a strong understanding of social media trends and best practices, knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design software, and the ability to develop highly engaging ideas and campaigns.

What personal attributes are expected from the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate should demonstrate passion, initiative, motivation, and a ‘can-do’ attitude. They should be able to deal constructively with frustration, maintain professionalism, and treat all people with respect.

What type of projects will the Midweight Creative Team work on?

They will work on both medium to large-scale client projects, often collaborating with senior creatives or teams.

What is the working schedule for this role?

The position offers a flexible hybrid-working schedule, with a requirement of 2 days in the office.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Benefits include generous annual leave, pension allowances, life assurance, permanent health insurance, BUPA, enhanced family-friendly policies, a well-being programme, employee assistance support, cycle to work scheme, eye care and glasses vouchers, season ticket loans, and WPP discounts.

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VML is a global powerhouse born from the unification of Wunderman Thompson and VMLY&R — two of the world's most powerful and accomplished creative agencies with complementary capabilities and geographic strengths. We have an industry-unique opportunity to provide our client partners with a fully integrated offering across brand experience, customer experience and commerce practices — powered by deep data and technology experience.