17 Designstudio jobs in London

Job Title: Brand Director – Dubai

We’re working with a leading independent creative advertising agency in Dubai to find a Brand Director with the ability to shape strategy, win new business and lead client relationships at the highest level.

What you’ll be doing:

• Driving brand strategy and creative solutions across multiple sectors.
• Leading client relationships and ensuring delivery of outstanding campaigns.
• Playing a pivotal role in new business pitches and work-winning activity , representing the agency with credibility and flair.
• Partnering with senior leadership to grow the agency’s presence and impact in the region.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven track record as a Brand Director (or senior level equivalent) in a creative or brand-led agency.
• Strong strategic and commercial mindset, with the ability to spot and win opportunities.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to inspire both clients and teams.
• Regional or project experience in the UAE/GCC is an advantage.
• Strong history in advertising agencies

Role : Senior Creative (Art Director or Hybrid)

Location: Central London

Hybrid Working Model: Circa 2-3 days on site per week

Salary : Circa £60-70k depending on experience.

Contract: Full-time

We are thrilled to be supporting one of London's leading experiential agencies who continue to grow in the Sports/Entertainment activation space. With incredible brand relationships in fan culture across sports, music, gaming and beyond you will be concepting and executing creative campaigns that at the forefront of culture - driving fan engagement and brand success.

As a Lead AD you will be beyond confident working independently but also productive in bespoke partnerships with colleagues in copy, tech, strategy, social/influencers and beyond.

Here's more from our client.

Job Description

Location: London

About Us:

As a dynamic and innovative agency specialising in sports and entertainment marketing, with a focus on experiential and content marketing - we pride ourselves on creating immersive and engaging campaigns that connect brands with their target audience in the world of sports and entertainment. Our team is passionate, creative, and dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Creative to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership to drive the visual direction of our campaigns. As a Lead Creative, you will play a pivotal role in conceptualising and executing visually stunning and compelling experiences that resonate with sports/ents enthusiasts and captivate our clients' target demographics.

Responsibilities:

Creative Leadership:

• Lead the creative vision for experiential and content marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand objectives and client expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including strategists, copywriters, and account managers, to bring concepts to life.

Campaign Development:

• Conceptualize and design high-impact, immersive experiences for live events, activations, and digital platforms.
• Create visually compelling content across various mediums, including print, digital, and social media.

Brand Consistency:

• Ensure the visual consistency and integrity of brand identities across all touchpoints.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.

Client Interaction:

• Act as a key point of contact for clients, presenting and articulating creative concepts effectively.
• Incorporate client feedback and insights into the creative process, maintaining strong client relationships.

Trend Awareness:

• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and creative best practices to continually enhance the agency's creative capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Established Senior level experience in art direction, with a significant focus on sports marketing, experiential marketing, and content creation.

Portfolio:

• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative work, including experiential campaigns, digital content, and branding initiatives.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).
• Knowledge of the latest design trends and technologies.

Leadership:

• Proven experience leading and inspiring creative teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Role : Senior Creative (Art Director or Hybrid)

Location: Central London

Hybrid Working Model: Circa 2-3 days on site per week

Salary : Circa £60-70k depending on experience.

Contract: Full-time

We are thrilled to be supporting one of London's leading experiential agencies who continue to grow in the Sports/Entertainment activation space. With incredible brand relationships in fan culture across sports, music, gaming and beyond you will be concepting and executing creative campaigns that at the forefront of culture - driving fan engagement and brand success.

As a Lead AD you will be beyond confident working independently but also productive in bespoke partnerships with colleagues in copy, tech, strategy, social/influencers and beyond.

Here's more from our client.

Job Description

Location: London

About Us:

As a dynamic and innovative agency specialising in sports and entertainment marketing, with a focus on experiential and content marketing - we pride ourselves on creating immersive and engaging campaigns that connect brands with their target audience in the world of sports and entertainment. Our team is passionate, creative, and dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Creative to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership to drive the visual direction of our campaigns. As a Lead Creative, you will play a pivotal role in conceptualising and executing visually stunning and compelling experiences that resonate with sports/ents enthusiasts and captivate our clients' target demographics.

Responsibilities:

Creative Leadership:

• Lead the creative vision for experiential and content marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand objectives and client expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including strategists, copywriters, and account managers, to bring concepts to life.

Campaign Development:

• Conceptualize and design high-impact, immersive experiences for live events, activations, and digital platforms.
• Create visually compelling content across various mediums, including print, digital, and social media.

Brand Consistency:

• Ensure the visual consistency and integrity of brand identities across all touchpoints.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.

Client Interaction:

• Act as a key point of contact for clients, presenting and articulating creative concepts effectively.
• Incorporate client feedback and insights into the creative process, maintaining strong client relationships.

Trend Awareness:

• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and creative best practices to continually enhance the agency's creative capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Established Senior level experience in art direction, with a significant focus on sports marketing, experiential marketing, and content creation.

Portfolio:

• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative work, including experiential campaigns, digital content, and branding initiatives.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).
• Knowledge of the latest design trends and technologies.

Leadership:

• Proven experience leading and inspiring creative teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

As Associate Creative Director , you will be responsible for taking the creative lead on experiential projects for GPJ.

Working within project teams and alongside the ECD or Creative Director, your role is to drive the creative vision to ensure the delivery of superior marketing solutions, that exceed our clients' expectations, meet their budget requirements and fulfil GPJ’s business goals.

Our experiential offerings span a wide range of contexts, channels and purposes; from live-events to virtual events, from screen based content to immersive technologies. To maintain our position at the forefront of change requires us to deliver experiences which raise the bar for our industry, meeting an ever growing client demand by championing purposeful & exciting work.

Alongside the Executive Creative Director, Exec Director Creative Innovation and members of the Experience Design team, you will play a leading role in the development of concepts and will be responsible for presenting coherently and in a compelling manner the ideas and direction for specific events to clients and others.

Imagining something different, more engaging or exciting – always looking beyond the boundaries of current knowledge for new possibilities. In doing so, our Associate Creative Director will actively approach stakeholders with more than just a mood board and design, but a compelling idea that works across channels and clearly drives business impact for the client.

As Associate Creative Director, you must work well as a leading member in a team environment; getting hands-on to clearly communicate your ideas and concepts to clients, managing and inspiring a team to deliver on projects, as well as working effectively with other departments within GPJ.

Key Responsibilities

Lead project-specific creative process, both pre and post sale

• Deliver brilliant, inspiring concepts/ideas, including appropriate use of technology for our clients. You’ll be working on large scale projects as well as small. For example, you could be overseeing multiple experiences for a client, ensuring consistency in communication and design. Or you could be working on a large scale event owning a particular area or aspect of the experience.
• Bring in the right experts and manage them to execute award winning/critically acclaimed experiences, activations and campaigns.
• Experienced in motivating creative development in an atmosphere where all participants are heard and respected, leading teams to inspiring work, and making the process fun.
• Work in collaboration with Creative Directors and account teams to develop realistic client proposals given the constraints of time and budget, to focus on the high impact areas of opportunity, and to create and deliver outstanding presentation which sell the idea.
• Consider how the idea or experience can be extended to further reach and impact via social media, digital marketing and OOH.
• Drive the education of members of the GPJ creative team, making sure effectiveness is front of mind when designing experiences.
• Understand the client’s business and communication needs and their key proposition in order to deliver work that’s on brief.
• Line management of junior team members within the creative team.
• Keep abreast of innovation and industry standards and share this with the organisation.
• Able to get hands-on to deliver client-ready presentations that clearly convey your ideas and concepts to the rest of the team and clients alike, ensuring they deliver on the strategy and
• Collaborate with producers after the sale to ensure creative integrity, be a creative resource to the team as client needs or budget changes, and further develop the relationship with the client.
• Support with the development of thought leadership or marketing initiatives.
• Attend industry events and exhibitions and provide feedback for the team .

About you

We seek a passionate, original thinker with proven creative expertise across a range of media. Acting as the lead on specific projects this role requires strong communication skills to team and clients at all levels. Confidence to brief effectively and work well in a team environment are as important as an ability to excite clients with our concepts.

You will be able to drive the creative vision of our face-to-face communication projects from inception right through production to completion.

• You communicate with clarity, conviction and persuasiveness tailored to different situations
• You demonstrate 'active' listening skills in a variety of situations, seeking out others' ideas, are open to them and are able to take action where appropriate
• You are able to build effective relationships, able to understand and respond to the agenda of others and are able to help unlock future client opportunities
• You think creatively to deliver ideas and solutions as well as solve problems
• Proven ability to sell work to prospective and existing clients
• You are interested in the latest developments in the industry and keep up to date with the latest tools
• You are a collaborative, consultative team player with enthusiasm, passion and drive

If you have a ‘roll-your-sleeves-up’ approach and a strong portfolio to show, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Background, Skills & Experience

• 8 years experience as a creative thinker and doer - conceptual thinking and ability to develop the idea through use of design tools, sketches, and AI tools
• Broad client experience consistent with our portfolio of progressive and sector defining client brands.
• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills as well as creative and artistic presentation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of brand positioning, industry trends.
• Ability to convey ideas in an oral presentation in an exciting and engaging manner.
• Can convey complex concepts clearly through written presentations.
• Ability to work in collaboration with the internal departments in bringing concepts to life and finding innovative ways of achieving this within a client budget without compromising on quality
• Strong communication skills and the ability to enthuse and motivate clients and colleagues alike.
• Experience in having day-to-day responsibility for project delivery with the knowledge that you will have a Creative Director to guide when needed.
• Experience of the live environment / experiential delivery and its specific pressures.
• Nice to have - knowledge of sports marketing industry and passionate about a wide range of sports.

As Associate Creative Director , you will be responsible for taking the creative lead on experiential projects for GPJ.

Working within project teams and alongside the ECD or Creative Director, your role is to drive the creative vision to ensure the delivery of superior marketing solutions, that exceed our clients' expectations, meet their budget requirements and fulfil GPJ’s business goals.

Our experiential offerings span a wide range of contexts, channels and purposes; from live-events to virtual events, from screen based content to immersive technologies. To maintain our position at the forefront of change requires us to deliver experiences which raise the bar for our industry, meeting an ever growing client demand by championing purposeful & exciting work.

Alongside the Executive Creative Director, Exec Director Creative Innovation and members of the Experience Design team, you will play a leading role in the development of concepts and will be responsible for presenting coherently and in a compelling manner the ideas and direction for specific events to clients and others.

Imagining something different, more engaging or exciting – always looking beyond the boundaries of current knowledge for new possibilities. In doing so, our Associate Creative Director will actively approach stakeholders with more than just a mood board and design, but a compelling idea that works across channels and clearly drives business impact for the client.

As Associate Creative Director, you must work well as a leading member in a team environment; getting hands-on to clearly communicate your ideas and concepts to clients, managing and inspiring a team to deliver on projects, as well as working effectively with other departments within GPJ.

Key Responsibilities

Lead project-specific creative process, both pre and post sale

• Deliver brilliant, inspiring concepts/ideas, including appropriate use of technology for our clients. You’ll be working on large scale projects as well as small. For example, you could be overseeing multiple experiences for a client, ensuring consistency in communication and design. Or you could be working on a large scale event owning a particular area or aspect of the experience.
• Bring in the right experts and manage them to execute award winning/critically acclaimed experiences, activations and campaigns.
• Experienced in motivating creative development in an atmosphere where all participants are heard and respected, leading teams to inspiring work, and making the process fun.
• Work in collaboration with Creative Directors and account teams to develop realistic client proposals given the constraints of time and budget, to focus on the high impact areas of opportunity, and to create and deliver outstanding presentation which sell the idea.
• Consider how the idea or experience can be extended to further reach and impact via social media, digital marketing and OOH.
• Drive the education of members of the GPJ creative team, making sure effectiveness is front of mind when designing experiences.
• Understand the client’s business and communication needs and their key proposition in order to deliver work that’s on brief.
• Line management of junior team members within the creative team.
• Keep abreast of innovation and industry standards and share this with the organisation.
• Able to get hands-on to deliver client-ready presentations that clearly convey your ideas and concepts to the rest of the team and clients alike, ensuring they deliver on the strategy and
• Collaborate with producers after the sale to ensure creative integrity, be a creative resource to the team as client needs or budget changes, and further develop the relationship with the client.
• Support with the development of thought leadership or marketing initiatives.
• Attend industry events and exhibitions and provide feedback for the team .

About you

We seek a passionate, original thinker with proven creative expertise across a range of media. Acting as the lead on specific projects this role requires strong communication skills to team and clients at all levels. Confidence to brief effectively and work well in a team environment are as important as an ability to excite clients with our concepts.

You will be able to drive the creative vision of our face-to-face communication projects from inception right through production to completion.

• You communicate with clarity, conviction and persuasiveness tailored to different situations
• You demonstrate 'active' listening skills in a variety of situations, seeking out others' ideas, are open to them and are able to take action where appropriate
• You are able to build effective relationships, able to understand and respond to the agenda of others and are able to help unlock future client opportunities
• You think creatively to deliver ideas and solutions as well as solve problems
• Proven ability to sell work to prospective and existing clients
• You are interested in the latest developments in the industry and keep up to date with the latest tools
• You are a collaborative, consultative team player with enthusiasm, passion and drive

If you have a ‘roll-your-sleeves-up’ approach and a strong portfolio to show, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Background, Skills & Experience

• 8 years experience as a creative thinker and doer - conceptual thinking and ability to develop the idea through use of design tools, sketches, and AI tools
• Broad client experience consistent with our portfolio of progressive and sector defining client brands.
• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills as well as creative and artistic presentation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of brand positioning, industry trends.
• Ability to convey ideas in an oral presentation in an exciting and engaging manner.
• Can convey complex concepts clearly through written presentations.
• Ability to work in collaboration with the internal departments in bringing concepts to life and finding innovative ways of achieving this within a client budget without compromising on quality
• Strong communication skills and the ability to enthuse and motivate clients and colleagues alike.
• Experience in having day-to-day responsibility for project delivery with the knowledge that you will have a Creative Director to guide when needed.
• Experience of the live environment / experiential delivery and its specific pressures.
• Nice to have - knowledge of sports marketing industry and passionate about a wide range of sports.

About HONOR

HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops, and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium, and reliable products enables people to become the better version of themselves. For more information, please visit HONOR online at HONOR United Kingdom (honor.com/uk/)

Position: Graphic Design Intern (STATIC / MOTION)

Job Location: London, UK

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating a mixture of static and motion graphics for various digital media platforms.
• Learn to adapt and optimize motion graphics for different screen sizes and resolutions to ensure seamless playback on various devices.
• Demonstrate attention to design aesthetics and detail, ensuring high-quality static and motion graphics that align with brand standards.
• Contribute to the creative process by bringing innovative ideas and solutions.
• Help manage multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to project timelines and ensuring timely delivery of high-standard projects.
• Work closely with other departments (sales, e-commerce, and retail) to ensure consistency and effectiveness of all design projects.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, continuously refining skills and exploring new techniques to push the boundaries of motion graphics design.

Key Requirements:

• Graduated with a degree in design or a related field.
• Strong design portfolio demonstrating previous experience or personal work.
• Knowledge of content creation and design, with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and Figma with foundational knowledge in videography, editing, and motion design.
• Understanding of After Effects, Adobe Premiere, and Cinema 4D (optional).
• Good communication skills, able to share and present ideas to the team.
• Interest in creating work that meets high creative standards while delivering real business results.
• Strong creative and strategic awareness, with a good visual sense and understanding of commercial objectives.
• Understanding of designing for digital formats across various screen sizes and devices.

At Honor, we celebrate diversity & Inclusion and are committed to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Please send your CV and cover letter to

Please, send us your resume in English.

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About HONOR

HONOR is a leading global provider of smart devices. It is dedicated to becoming a global iconic technology brand and creating a new intelligent world for everyone through its powerful products and services. With an unwavering focus on R&D, it is committed to developing technology that empowers people around the globe to go beyond, giving them the freedom to achieve and do more. Offering a range of high-quality smartphones, tablets, laptops, and wearables to suit every budget, HONOR’s portfolio of innovative, premium, and reliable products enables people to become the better version of themselves. For more information, please visit HONOR online at HONOR United Kingdom (honor.com/uk/)

Position: Graphic Design Intern (STATIC / MOTION)

Job Location: London, UK

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating a mixture of static and motion graphics for various digital media platforms.
• Learn to adapt and optimize motion graphics for different screen sizes and resolutions to ensure seamless playback on various devices.
• Demonstrate attention to design aesthetics and detail, ensuring high-quality static and motion graphics that align with brand standards.
• Contribute to the creative process by bringing innovative ideas and solutions.
• Help manage multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to project timelines and ensuring timely delivery of high-standard projects.
• Work closely with other departments (sales, e-commerce, and retail) to ensure consistency and effectiveness of all design projects.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, continuously refining skills and exploring new techniques to push the boundaries of motion graphics design.

Key Requirements:

• Graduated with a degree in design or a related field.
• Strong design portfolio demonstrating previous experience or personal work.
• Knowledge of content creation and design, with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and Figma with foundational knowledge in videography, editing, and motion design.
• Understanding of After Effects, Adobe Premiere, and Cinema 4D (optional).
• Good communication skills, able to share and present ideas to the team.
• Interest in creating work that meets high creative standards while delivering real business results.
• Strong creative and strategic awareness, with a good visual sense and understanding of commercial objectives.
• Understanding of designing for digital formats across various screen sizes and devices.

At Honor, we celebrate diversity & Inclusion and are committed to build teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Please send your CV and cover letter to

Please, send us your resume in English.

Start a new journey with HONOR to go beyond!

Please Read the Privacy notice:

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Are you a talented Part III qualified Architect with strong Revit skills, looking to take the next step in your career? A well-established architectural studio of over 20 team members, based in Barbican, is currently seeking a motivated and experienced architect to join their close-knit and collaborative team. In this exciting new role, you will have the opportunity to work on award-winning housing, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The studio is known for its thoughtful design approach and commitment to delivering high-quality architecture across a range of sectors. You’ll be joining a supportive environment where creativity and collaboration are at the heart of the practice. To be considered, you should have several years of experience working within an established architectural studio, with a strong portfolio demonstrating your involvement across all RIBA stages - particularly within residential projects. Proficiency in Revit is essential, and experience in delivering projects from concept through to completion will be highly valued. The studio fosters a sociable and inclusive culture, with annual trips, regular team events, and a genuine focus on professional development. If you're looking for a role where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a dynamic team, this could be the perfect opportunity. Please apply with your CV and portfolio samples as soon as possible to be considered.

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