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Creative Director

Sweden, Gothenburg · Job Posted June 01, 2026
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As a Creative Director, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to shape ambitious creative work across campaigns, brand experiences, events, content, film, digital platforms, and experiential activations. This role is open to creatives from either an Art Direction or Copywriting background who combine strong conceptual thinking with strategic clarity, storytelling instincts, and a passion for craft.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the development of innovative creative ideas and storytelling across campaigns, brand experiences, events, activations, and digital communications
  • Translate strategic insight into compelling narratives, concepts, and culturally relevant creative solutions
  • Inspire and mentor multidisciplinary creative teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
  • Present ideas confidently and persuasively to clients, stakeholders, and internal teams
  • Work closely with strategy, production, design, technology, and account teams to deliver integrated creative experiences
  • Oversee projects from concept through execution, ensuring exceptional creative quality and consistency
  • Contribute to experiential and event-led work, including launches, installations, immersive experiences, and cultural moments
  • Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to grow partnerships organically through creativity and innovation
  • Contribute to new business pitches, thought leadership, and creative responses
  • Maintain a strong understanding of culture, storytelling, emerging technologies, design, and audience behaviour

Requirements

  • Proven experience leading creative teams within an agency or multidisciplinary creative environment
  • Strong conceptual thinker with expertise in either visual or verbal storytelling
  • Deep appreciation for craft, narrative, culture, and experiential creativity
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Collaborative and adaptable, with experience working across disciplines including design, film, production, strategy, and technology
  • Passionate about creating emotionally engaging and culturally resonant work
  • Naturally inspiring leader who motivates teams and elevates creative standards
  • Organised and solutions-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively
  • Calm and resilient under pressure, with strong attention to detail and executional excellence
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