2D Creative Lead

DesignScene Ltd; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency in London is seeking a 2D Creative Lead with at least 12 years of agency experience. This role involves leading creative projects for major brands at international events, requiring exceptional design skills and a collaborative mindset. Candidates should have a strong background in experiential event production and a passion for innovative design. The position includes partial remote work and is classified as mid-senior level.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years agency experience in experiential event production.
• Proven leadership in guiding creative projects and teams.
• Expertise in print processes and digital media.

Responsibilities

• Translate loose briefs into buildable realities; co-write briefs with clients.
• Lead creative development for high-profile events.
• Drive the creative vision of experiential projects.

Skills

Creative flair

Leadership

Collaboration

Adobe Creative Suite

Time management

Tools

Midjourney

Google G-Suite

Apple OS

Job description

Overview

We Are DesignScene. We craft design‑led events and experiential marketing campaigns for brands worldwide. Most agencies talk about pushing boundaries but play it safe when budgets are on the line. We’re different. We’re confident, creative, innovative, and collaborative. We are called when conventional won’t cut it. We build what others will photograph, like, save, and share. We're behind the experiences that Pinterest, Amazon, T‑Mobile, and Live Nation keep coming back for. We experiment with new materials and processes—whatever it takes to create something worth talking about.

We are looking to strengthen our team with the addition of a 2D Creative Lead in London to work across physical, hybrid and digital events and activations delivered across the globe.

You will have a minimum of 12 years agency experience and a background in creative experiential event production, with a passion for bringing ideas to life through visually striking brand experiences. You'll thrive on rising to creative challenges, delivering impactful design solutions, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment. You'll combine strategy, planning, and management with a deep understanding of the creative process, applying industry best practices and expert‑level proficiency in leading design software. Exceptional time management and organisational skills are key, along with a genuine enthusiasm for events and brand storytelling.

As part of this role, international travel will be essential to support global events and experiential activations.

Responsibilities

• Translate loose briefs into buildable realities; co‑write briefs with clients.
• Lead creative development for brands like Pinterest, Amazon, T‑Mobile, and Live Nation at high‑profile events such as CES, Cannes Lions, and SXSW.
• Take the team on exciting journeys, presenting to decision‑makers and guiding concepts from idea to implementation.
• Work across international teams and time zones; travel abroad to deliver creations and troubleshoot real‑time problems.
• Drive the creative vision and execution of experiential projects—ensuring ideas are on brand, strategically strong, and practically achievable.
• Collaborate with production and project management to deliver creative concepts that meet budgets without compromising impact.
• Inspire internal teams and freelancers to deliver outstanding work within client brand guidelines.
• Support pitches, RFPs, and live projects; lead senior and junior designers and artworkers.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders, partners, and senior management.
• Ensure all creative work, print and digital deliverables meet high standards and agreed deadlines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Ambitious, driven, and thrives in a fast‑paced creative environment.
• Balances big‑picture thinking with hands‑on execution.
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Confident leader of senior and junior designers and artworkers.
• Experienced with print processes, digital media, generative AI tools (Midjourney, KREA, Firefly, etc.).
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Passion for design with creative flair.
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects).
• Knowledge of printing materials, techniques, and immersive environment design.
• Skilled in Apple OS, Google G‑Suite, Microsoft Office, MIRO, Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides.
• Influencing, negotiating, and presentation skills.
• Excellent time management and multitasking under pressure.
• Self‑motivated, organised, and able to work effectively under tight deadlines.

About

• Location: DesignScene London (working across global projects)
• Employment Type: Permanent, full‑time, 3 days in the office, Monday and Friday WFH
• Salary: Dependent on experience
• Reports to: Creative Director
• Leads: Senior and Junior 2D Designers
• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior

Sound like you? Send your CV and an extensive portfolio of work.