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Hamburg, Deutschland
Hybrid
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Creative Director, Consumer based in Hamburg, Germany.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead creative direction and shape impactful brand experiences for major consumer and FMCG clients. As Creative Director, you will oversee the creative output and strategic vision of multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring consistently innovative, high-quality work across diverse client portfolios. You will translate ambitious brand strategies into distinctive creative solutions that connect with audiences and deliver measurable business value. Alongside leading complex projects and new business opportunities, you will attract, mentor, and develop exceptional creative talent. You will also contribute to studio culture, operational performance, and long-term client relationships. Working within an international and collaborative environment, you will help strengthen creative excellence and drive industry recognition.
The Creative Director will provide strategic and creative leadership across consumer design projects, combining client management, team development, and business oversight. Key responsibilities include:
Lead key local and regional client relationships, complex creative projects, and new business pitches, taking ownership of creative direction and deliverables.
Oversee the creative quality, consistency, and strategic integrity of design work across FMCG client portfolios.
Attract, onboard, mentor, and develop creative professionals, including Design Directors and Designers.
Conduct performance evaluations, maintain team engagement, and ensure creative professionals are challenged, supported, and motivated.
Build an inclusive and empowering creative culture, promote continuous learning, and champion knowledge sharing and intellectual capital across the studio.
Partner with Client Services and Studio Management to manage project resourcing, delivery schedules, and financial targets.
Optimize the allocation and utilization of permanent employees and freelance creative resources.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with client-side creative and marketing leaders, as well as stakeholders across the wider creative and brand community.
Represent the studio within the creative industry, participate in professional networks, and promote its expertise and reputation.
Champion internal and external award submissions to increase creative visibility and industry recognition.
Requirements
The ideal candidate is an accomplished creative leader with extensive brand design agency experience, strong business judgment, and the ability to inspire teams while building lasting client partnerships. Required qualifications and skills include:
Significant design experience within a brand or design agency, including proven leadership experience.
Strong background working with a broad range of clients in the FMCG sector.
Strategic thinking and solid business acumen, including financial awareness and the ability to establish and manage financial objectives.
Confidence managing stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.
Excellent people management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate teams, build alignment, and resolve conflicts constructively.
Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset, with the ability to identify business opportunities, anticipate risks, and develop long-term client relationships.
Strong understanding of current and emerging design trends, cultural developments, and economic shifts, and how they influence consumer behavior and brand engagement.
Advanced proficiency in creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Miro, and AI-powered design tools.
Experience overseeing multidisciplinary, multi-platform projects, including digital design and motion graphics.
Ability to use traditional hand-sketching techniques as part of the creative process.
Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative concepts and translate strategic thinking into actionable design directions.
Fluency in English; German language skills are considered an advantage.
A detailed creative portfolio is mandatory and must be submitted with the application. Applications without a portfolio cannot be considered.
Benefits
Hybrid and remote working flexibility.
Opportunity to work within an international, globally connected team.
Flat organizational structures and an environment that encourages initiative and creative ideas.
Employer contribution to a company pension plan.
Deutschlandticket public transportation benefit.
Discounted Urban Sports Club membership.
Access to corporate discounts and special offers.
LinkedIn Learning subscription for professional development.
Headspace access to support mental well-being.
Additional employee perks and workplace benefits.