Lead Art Director in Fashion

Who We Are

Bureau Talent is a specialized creative recruitment partner. We are currently representing a renowned lifestyle fashion brand known for its stylish grounded and uplifting aesthetic. Our client is a brand that values collaboration ethical beauty and a modern approach to inclusive fashion. They are looking for a visionary creative to lead their Womenswear division into its next chapter.

The Opportunity

As the Lead Art Director you will be the architect of the brands visual identity for Womenswear. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will own the look feel and storytelling of the brand across all channels. You will be responsible for ensuring the creative output remains elevated modern and unmistakably authentic to the brands heritage.

Reporting to the Associate Creative Director you will bridge the gap between high-level conceptualization and commercial execution leading a talented internal team and a wide network of freelance creatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Creative Stewardship: Define and own the visual vision for Womenswear ensuring consistent quality across digital print social and film.
• Campaign Development: Lead the creation of seasonal concepts taking them from the initial mood board to global execution.
• Shoot Direction: Act as the lead creative on-set (or remotely) directing shoots to ensure the highest aesthetic standards are met.
• Strategic Partnership: Work closely with Design Marketing and E-commerce teams to deliver content that balances brand-building with commercial performance.
• Production & Talent: Collaborate with Shoot Production to manage budgets and timelines; lead casting and talent selection to ensure the brand is represented authentically.
• Post-Production Oversight: Manage the final selection retouching and sign-off process to maintain a cohesive and polished visual narrative.
• Stakeholder Influence: Confidently present creative decks and strategy to senior leadership championing the customer at every stage.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven Leadership: Extensive experience as an Art Director with a significant background at a Senior or Lead level within fashion or lifestyle.
• Industry Network: An established portfolio of connections across photography styling casting and production.
• Creative Mastery: Deep knowledge of womenswear styling visual storytelling and social-first content strategies.
• Management Skills: A seasoned mentor with a track record of developing and inspiring creative teams.
• Technical Stack: Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop InDesign) and Capture One.
• Commercial Acumen: A strategic thinker who can marry bold creative ambition with business objectives and KPIs.

The Client Culture

Our client prides itself on a culture of kindness and high standards. They value:

Clarity: Straightforward communication and reliability.

Community: A supportive environment where teams take collective ownership.

Inclusion: A commitment to diversity and celebrating individuality in both their workforce and their customer base.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Generous clothing allowance and significant employee discounts.
• 25 days of annual leave (plus Bank Holidays).
• Comprehensive wellness package including a Virtual GP service.
• A friendly professional and vibrant office environment.

How to Apply

If you have a clear creative point of view and the leadership experience to match we want to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and an up-to-date portfolio to the team at Bureau Talent.

Please note: Applications without a portfolio or outside the Fashion industry in the UK cannot be considered.