Senior Creative

Manchester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Castore exists for one single reason to make athletes better. Our ethos is built upon the philosophy of BETTER NEVER STOPS an ideal deeply infused in our DNA and something we strive to live every single day. We utilise advanced engineering and unique technical fabrics to create the highest quality sportswear in the world for athletes who demand the very best. Designed with a passion for innovation with specialist features to help to optimise athletic performance in all conditions.

The founders vision is to build Castore into a brand respected across the globe for a deep and unrelenting commitment to engineering the highest quality sportswear in the world with no stone left unturned in its search for innovation and performance enhancement.

The sportswear market has been dominated by a small clique of mass-market brands and the vision is for Castore to be a premium alternative to these the natural brand of choice for discerning athletes who demand the very best.

The Role

This Senior Creative role sits within Castores expanding Studio and Production team and plays a key part in supporting the brands continued growth.

The position offers exposure to a wide range of creative projects across elite-level sport including Football Rugby Formula 1 and Cricket alongside Castores sports fashion apparel brand.

The role is suited to an experienced creative professional who is committed to continuous development and contributing to a high-performance creative environment with opportunities to work across multiple sports and platforms within the Pro-Sport arena.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate an exceptional eye for detail and excellent creative judgment.

Stay culturally aware with the ability to read current trends while drawing inspiration from creative heritage.

Interpret briefs with empathy and nuance adapting creative styles to suit different objectives.

Continuously strive to improve personal creative output and encourage the same mindset within the team.

Think conceptually while balancing creative ambition with practical considerations.

Deliver creative work on time and within budget constraints.

Apply excellent taste and understanding across Photography Film Fashion and Graphic Design.

Skills & Experience

Demonstrates excellent conceptual thinking art direction and visual design expertise.

A well-rounded creative professional who is equally comfortable leading projects or executing hands-on.

Proven experience within a brand or agency studio environment.

Confidently presents ideas and creative concepts with clarity to stakeholders external partners and senior leadership.

Collaborates effectively with the wider Castore team championing and promoting creative concepts.

Translates ideas into compelling visuals with meticulous attention to detail and flawless execution.

Experienced in leading shoots and directing photographers.

Remains calm decisive and solutions-focused under pressure.

Comfortable working at pace while managing timelines and expectations.

Highly detail-oriented with an effective eye for image selection.

Commercially minded with a focus on driving measurable results.

What We Offer

Competitive salary
Discretionary bonus scheme
25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
Modern city centre offices in Manchester
An opportunity to work with global sporting partners
Office breakout space with pool tables dart board and TVs
A chance to build a career with a fast paced high growth brand
Employee assistance programme
Generous staff discount