So-Creative is looking for a seasoned design leader to steer their creative department and elevate the visual standards of their digital agency. If you have a sharp eye for branding and a deep understanding of UX, this role offers a chance to influence high-impact projects for clients across the UK and UAE.
Role Overview
This isn’t your average “make it look pretty” design gig. So-Creative wants a strategist who can translate business goals into powerful visual identities. You will lead the creative direction for everything from websites and software interfaces to pitch decks and social media assets.
The agency already has a solid bench of developers and designers. Your job is to act as the creative bridge—ensuring quality, maintaining brand consistency, and pushing the boundaries of what the team produces. Whether you are building brand systems from scratch or guiding UX decisions for software, your influence will be felt in every client deliverable.
What You’ll Be Doing
You won’t just be pushing pixels. This role demands a mix of high-level art direction, mentoring, and technical execution:
- Creative Leadership: Oversee all client work, ensuring every project meets a premium design standard.
- Strategic Branding: Develop original brand identities, complete with professional guidelines.
- Team Development: Mentor junior designers and developers to improve their output.
- AI Integration: Leverage tools like Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, or Figma AI to speed up workflows and boost creative output.
- Technical Oversight: Ensure your creative visions can actually be built by the development team without losing their impact.
Key Eligibility & Requirements
This position is tailored for someone who has “been there and done that.” You need to show you can handle the pressure of international markets.
- Experience: You need 7+ years in a senior design, branding, or creative leadership role.
- Portfolio: Mandatory. You must provide a portfolio showing branding, UI/UX, website design, and marketing collateral. Applications without a portfolio will be ignored.
- Technical Proficiency: Mastery of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and prototyping tools.
- AI Mindset: You should be comfortable using generative AI to improve your speed and creativity.
- International Experience: Proven experience designing for markets in the UK, US, or other global regions is a significant plus.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career? Head over to the application page to review the full details and submit your application. Make sure your portfolio is front and center, as it is the most critical part of your submission. Be prepared to explain your specific contribution to the projects you feature.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What kind of portfolio should I submit for this role?
So-Creative wants to see your best work in branding, website design, and UI/UX. Include brand guidelines, pitch decks, and any projects where you used AI-powered design tools to achieve a specific result.
Is this a remote position?
The role involves working with leadership teams in the UK and UAE. As a senior leadership role, it focuses on output and creative direction, making it suitable for high-level remote collaboration.
Do I need to be an expert in AI to apply?
While you don’t need to be an engineer, you must be comfortable using AI tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney, or Photoshop AI to improve your efficiency. The agency values designers who use AI to enhance their work rather than avoiding it.