Job Brief: Freelance Social Creative Director

Position: Freelance Social Creative Director (Copy/Conceptual)Location: Central London (hybrid)

Overview: We are seeking an experienced Freelance Social Creative Directors to join our talent pool. The ideal candidate is a visionary creative leader with extensive experience in social-first campaigns, a deep understanding of the production process, and a strong background in leading teams at top ad agencies. You'll bring strategic and conceptual expertise to the table, helping brands create impactful, platform-specific content that drives engagement. If you're an innovative thinker with the ability to oversee the creative process from ideation to execution-and can easily access Central London- I want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of innovative social-first campaigns, overseeing both conceptual and copywriting efforts.
• Guide and mentor creative teams, ensuring high standards and cohesive vision across all projects.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to align creative concepts with brand strategies and objectives.
• Oversee the entire production process, ensuring seamless execution from initial concept through final delivery.
• Stay at the forefront of social media trends, and integrate the latest innovations into campaign strategies.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering top-tier work within tight deadlines.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience as a Social Creative Director or similar leadership role, with a portfolio showcasing successful social-first campaigns.
• Proven track record of working at ad agencies and leading creative teams in high-pressure environments.
• Strong understanding of the production process, from concept development to final execution, and ability to work collaboratively with producers and designers.
• Ability to travel to Central London for in-person meetings and hands-on project management.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Expertise in all major social media platforms and tools, with a keen sense for what drives engagement and performance.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience crafting both short-form and long-form content for social media.
• Strong analytical mindset, using data and insights to inform creative decisions.
• A passion for problem-solving with meticulous attention to detail.

To Apply: Please submit your portfolio, a brief cover letter outlining your leadership experience, and your availability . We look forward to discussing how your creative direction can elevate our upcoming projects!

Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.