88 Creative Industries jobs in the United Kingdom

Kingston College is seeking a Head of School – Creative Industries to lead the strategic development and operational management of the School’s curriculum in line with College objectives and performance targets. In this specific role, this means a high quality curriculum that is connected to the local and regional needs of the community the College serves.

You will be a member of the Curriculum Management Team(CMT)reporting directly to the Principal. Reporting into the Principal’s Group on budget planning, monitoring and intervention, you will work closely with STCG Directors of Quality, Student Support Services & External Relations, HR, Finance and MIS. A critical role for the Head of is to be able to identify and evaluate the strengths and the areas for improvement and to translate this into operating plans with clear actions and targets to be met over a defined period of time. You will monitor these closely with the School Management Group (SMG) and report on progress at College CMT which will feed into the College annual operating plan.

As Head of School, you will supervise and support the work of the Heads of Section, including Deputy and Team Leaders forming a School Management Group who are responsible and accountable for the key priorities of the College and School as described and monitored in the annual quality improvement plan.

We would like our Head of School to hold a degree or appropriate professional qualifications in an area relevant to the work in the School, hold a teaching qualification (or willing to work towards) and have substantial relevant teaching experience and excellent teaching skills. You will have demonstrable leadership and management skills in the context of curriculum and staff management with experience of leading and working within teams and the ability to identify training and development needs for both teaching and support teams.

You will have sound knowledge of the curriculum offered in the School and a firm grasp of current and impending changes to the curriculum with a good understanding of the process of curriculum development, accreditation and validation. With a sound understanding of the Government skills strategy with clear actions in response to Local Skills Improvement Plans, you will have strong knowledge of student demand and needs and how these influence the School’s provision. With a thorough understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes and how these can be used to improve the learner experience, you will have a successful track record of leading change with a sound knowledge of the funding mechanisms management and how these affect the School’s provision.

Closing date for the return of completed applications is 18th August 2025. 

The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees’ physical and mental health. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.

As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.

Red Snapper Managed Services require a Digital Media Investigator - Major Investigations Team
Fareham (Hampshire) Office Based
22.50 per hour
2-Year Fixed Term, 3 days per week (Tue-Thurs), 8 hours per day

As a Digital Media Investigator, you'll play a crucial role in high-profile, sensitive investigations by identifying digital opportunities, recovering and analysing evidence, and producing investigative material that drives cases forward.


What You'll Do:

• Identify, preserve, recover, and analyse digital evidence in line with national standards
• Provide strategic oversight of digital forensic operations and coordinate resources
• Design and deliver training to improve digital investigation capabilities across the organisation
• Develop and implement digital investigation policies and ensure they stay ahead of legislative and technological change
• Advise investigators on digital evidence collection, search planning, and warrant wording
• Mentor and support colleagues in using digital evidence effectively
• Liaise with external partners, including Digital Forensic Units

What You'll Need:

• Investigative experience with relevant accreditation
• Strong knowledge of digital investigations and evidence handling
• Proven ability to work to high standards under demanding timescales
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High-level IT competence, including MS Word and Excel
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Experience with forensic tools such as Cellebrite Reader, XRY, XAMN
• Attending searches/arrests where digital evidence was seized
• Liaising with vulnerable victims or complainants to obtain digital material

Apply:
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community. All applications will be considered on the basis of objective criteria, such as qualifications, experience and ability to do the job.

Red Snapper Managed Services require a Digital Media Investigator - Major Investigations Team
Fareham (Hampshire) Office Based
22.50 per hour
2-Year Fixed Term, 3 days per week (Tue-Thurs), 8 hours per day

As a Digital Media Investigator, you'll play a crucial role in high-profile, sensitive investigations by identifying digital opportunities, recovering and analysing evidence, and producing investigative material that drives cases forward.


What You'll Do:

• Identify, preserve, recover, and analyse digital evidence in line with national standards
• Provide strategic oversight of digital forensic operations and coordinate resources
• Design and deliver training to improve digital investigation capabilities across the organisation
• Develop and implement digital investigation policies and ensure they stay ahead of legislative and technological change
• Advise investigators on digital evidence collection, search planning, and warrant wording
• Mentor and support colleagues in using digital evidence effectively
• Liaise with external partners, including Digital Forensic Units

What You'll Need:

• Investigative experience with relevant accreditation
• Strong knowledge of digital investigations and evidence handling
• Proven ability to work to high standards under demanding timescales
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High-level IT competence, including MS Word and Excel
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Experience with forensic tools such as Cellebrite Reader, XRY, XAMN
• Attending searches/arrests where digital evidence was seized
• Liaising with vulnerable victims or complainants to obtain digital material

Apply:
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community. All applications will be considered on the basis of objective criteria, such as qualifications, experience and ability to do the job.

Digital Strategist

London | Hybrid (3 days in office) | £45,000 – £50,000

This team sits at the forefront of digital creativity and media effectiveness, combining AI, automation and dynamic optimisation to help brands deliver personalised campaigns at scale.

With major investment in their product roadmap and an expanding strategy function, they are shaping the future of data driven advertising while partnering with some of the world’s most recognised brands.

As a Digital Strategist, you will play a pivotal role in bridging media planning and creative strategy. You will design data led approaches across paid social, programmatic and DOOH, translating audience insights into actionable plans that connect brand objectives with measurable outcomes. Working across a diverse portfolio of global clients, you will ensure every campaign is tailored, optimised and built to perform.

Your day to day will see you analysing datasets, developing frameworks for measurement and turning performance learnings into creative recommendations. You will collaborate closely with media agencies, creative partners and internal teams, often acting as the strategic thread that ties everything together. And with exposure to product innovation, you will also have the chance to influence the next generation of tools and solutions.

This role is ideally suited to someone from a digital media planning or paid social planning background at manager level who is ready to step up into a broader strategic role. You will be confident across paid social and programmatic, with the ability to connect audience insight, media planning and creative execution into strategies that deliver real impact. Strong communication skills, client facing confidence and a collaborative mindset are essential, alongside the curiosity to keep pace with a fast changing digital landscape.

If you are a planner looking for the opportunity to move into strategy, work on global campaigns and help shape the future of personalised advertising, this could be your next move.

• Lead the creative vision and strategy for all digital media projects and platforms.
• Conceptualise and develop innovative digital campaigns, content, and experiences that align with the organisation's mission and brand.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of the organisation's website and mobile applications, ensuring a superior user experience.
• Manage and mentor a team of graphic designers, web developers, content creators, and digital marketers.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to ensure cohesive and integrated creative output.
• Maintain brand consistency across all digital channels and touchpoints.
• Stay ahead of emerging digital technologies, trends, and best practices, integrating them into creative strategies.
• Manage creative project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure the quality and effectiveness of all digital content produced.
• Develop and execute social media content strategies to drive audience engagement and growth.
• Oversee video production, animation, and other multimedia content creation.
• Conduct user research and testing to inform design decisions and improve usability.
• Manage relationships with external creative agencies and freelancers.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in digital creative leadership roles, with a strong portfolio.
• Proven experience in managing creative teams and projects within the arts, culture, or entertainment sectors is a plus.
• Deep understanding of web design principles, UX/UI design, content strategy, and digital marketing.
• Proficiency in creative software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• Excellent conceptual thinking, visual design skills, and storytelling abilities.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate creative teams.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence.

• Develop and drive the creative vision and strategy for all digital media projects.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a remote creative team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Oversee the conceptualization and execution of creative assets, including graphics, videos, animations, and interactive content.
• Ensure all creative output aligns with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
• Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, product, and technology teams to integrate creative seamlessly.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to stakeholders and senior management.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, new technologies, and emerging creative platforms.
• Manage relationships with external agencies and freelancers as needed.
• Champion innovation and experimentation in creative approaches.
• Develop and refine creative workflows and processes for remote teams.
• Ensure the quality and consistency of all creative deliverables.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Digital Media, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a creative role, with at least 3 years in a leadership position (Creative Director, Art Director, or similar).
• Exceptional portfolio demonstrating a wide range of digital creative work across various media.
• Proven experience in leading and managing remote creative teams.
• Strong command of design principles, typography, color theory, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency in industry-standard creative software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma).
• Excellent understanding of digital marketing, content strategy, and user experience (UX).
• Strong project management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate complex ideas into visually compelling concepts.
• Experience in conceptualizing and directing video production and animation.
• Passion for arts, culture, and emerging digital technologies.

• Develop and oversee creative strategies for all digital media projects.
• Lead and mentor a team of creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Translate brand objectives and project briefs into compelling visual and narrative concepts.
• Ensure the highest standards of creative quality and execution across all digital outputs.
• Collaborate with marketing, production, and technical teams to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Manage creative workflows, timelines, and budgets effectively.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in digital media and the arts.
• Present creative concepts and strategies to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Oversee the development of visual assets, including graphics, animations, videos, and web content.
• Drive innovation and experimentation in creative approaches.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Design, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Significant experience (7+ years) in a creative leadership role, with a strong portfolio showcasing digital media projects.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire creative teams.
• Expertise in visual design principles, storytelling, and digital content creation.
• Strong understanding of branding, marketing, and audience engagement strategies.
• Proficiency with design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) and project management tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• A keen eye for detail and a passion for the arts and entertainment industry.
• Must be based in or able to commute to **Coventry, West Midlands, UK**.