Creative Lead Branding Advertising Experience 8 Years Location Mumbai Job Type Full Time Reports To CEO Job Brief One of our esteemed clients is seeking a Creative Lead with a strong foundation in Visual Merchandising and in-store branding who can shape impactful brand narratives through compelling visual strategies and seamless execution This role requires an individual who not only leads creative thinking but also drives team productivity and design excellence across physical retail and brand experience spaces You will lead a multidisciplinary creative team comprising Senior Designers Graphic Designers Video Editors 3D Artists and Animators Your core responsibility will be to guide the team from concept to completion ensuring a strong creative vision structured workflows timely delivery and rework cycles where needed while fostering a cooperative and motivated studio environment If you re passionate about retail storytelling spatial branding and team leadership and thrive in a fast-paced high-accountability setting this opportunity is tailor-made for you Key Result Areas KRAs Develop and oversee design direction across all projects ensuring alignment with business goals Introduce 2 new creative approaches per quarter integrating emerging technologies AR VR AI IoT Upskill at least 3 designers per year to build a high-calibre creative unit Conduct monthly creative strategy meetings with BD Execution teams Enhance creative consultation to retain 80 of key clients through impactful visual storytelling Implement CRM-based tracking to ensure data-driven decision-making and project accountability Roles Responsibilities 1 Planning Scheduling Guide designers ensure timely project delivery and maintain high creative standards Conceptualise deliver immersive branding and experience design aligned with client and business needs 2 Ideation Research Research and integrate innovative design solutions into the company s creative portfolio Represent the creative team in high-value client pitches and strategic discussions Introduce new trends creative processes and experiential design opportunities every quarter 3 Visual Storytelling Execution Oversee ideation visual storytelling prototyping and execution for branding solutions across retail corporate and experiential projects Drive end-to-end creative development from concept to production readiness 4 Design Thinking Integration Work closely with BD and Operations teams to integrate design thinking into client solutions Create structured frameworks for creative problem-solving and client engagement 5 Process CRM Management Implement structured processes using CRM for project tracking reporting and accountability Set up dashboards and workflows for data-driven creative decision-making 6 Leadership Team Management Lead motivate and mentor the internal creative team to foster a positive high-performance environment Conduct annual skill development plans and training sessions for designers Ensure continuous capability building within the design function Skills Mindset Ability to push creative boundaries challenge the status quo and inspire breakthrough thinking Capable of building and nurturing a high-performing design team Strong business understanding to convert needs into compelling creative solutions Excellent presentation and storytelling skills to influence CXO-level decisions Strong project management skills with clear attention to detail Proficient in design technologies automation tools CRM platforms and emerging industry trends Qualification Experience Bachelor s or Master s degree in Design Visual Communication Interior Design Architecture or related fields 8 years of experience in branding retail environments advertising or experience design What You Should Expect Here A creative playground where innovation matters more than hierarchy Freedom to experiment with new design technologies and creative approaches A team that values fresh thinking and backs bold ideas with strong execution A culture that encourages autonomy ownership and continuous learning Application Instructions If you possess the qualifications and are driven to excel in your field we warmly invite you to apply by sharing your updated resume at or by applying directly through this platform Note While we appreciate every application only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Your understanding is appreciated in this regard

📌 Creative Lead - Visual Experience Designer (branding & Advertising) (India)
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📍 India