Head of Creative

Head of Creative

Department: Marketing

Reports to: CMO

Location: London Bridge, London (hybrid)

Role Type: Full-time, permanent

About Us

At Cambridge Audio, we're a different sort of global audio company, resolutely independent and always authentic.

We're on a mission to break down barriers to top-tier sound, so it's not the exception, but the norm. It's what we've been doing for over 50 years, and we're only just getting started.

Our award-winning product lineup includes headphones, lifestyle audio, and premium hi-fi. We also own StreamMagic, our own music streaming platform, plus a music venue and bar called Melomania at our London Bridge HQ.

Work at Cambridge Audio is more than just a job. We're passionate about what we do, and have fun doing it, developing our skills and careers, plus those of the colleagues around us. Learn more at https://cambridgeaudio.com/about-us

Our Culture

A shared love for music and a commitment to exceptional products and customer experience drive us. With strong team spirit across our five global offices, our core values define our work:

• Made By Music - Inspired by shared passion and independence.
• Pride in our product and service - Obsess over detail, always learning and improving.
• Embrace the culture - Integrity, Innovation, Energy, Openness, Teamwork, Diversity, Flexibility, Fun, Music.
• Make an impact - See it through. Go the extra mile.

About the Role

We are looking for an exceptional person to join Cambridge Audio at a crucial time. We launched our new identity last year and have released a run of category-defining products through 2026, earning awards, critical acclaim and design accolades along the way. We need a Head of Creative to set the creative standard for what comes next. You will be the creative authority for the brand, responsible for the quality, consistency and impact of everything we put into the world, from product film and photography to web, print and live events. You will work closely with the CMO and the Head of PR and lead a small in-house creative studio. The company is small, the goals are demanding and the pace is high.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the creative vision: Define and champion the creative direction across all channels (web, print, video, physical and digital), expressing our pillars: Inspired by music. Crafted by design. Shaped by culture.
• Lead the function: Own the creative team, workflow, budget and resourcing, blending in-house talent with agencies, copywriters and freelancers to deliver first-class work.
• Lead the work from concept to delivery: Art direct every shoot and campaign, owning the quality of the output and the results it delivers.
• Own content direction: Help shape and deliver a content strategy built around our brand pillars that reaches the right audiences, with a clear view of what success looks like.
• Unite copy and design: Direct tone of voice and copy alongside visual work. Own and evolve the brand guidelines and roll them out consistently across global markets.
• Connect product and marketing: Work with Engineering, Product and Marketing to shape creative requirements early in product development.
• Be a voice of the brand: Present the brand and creative direction to listeners, press, retailers and internal teams with confidence.
• Build the process: Put in place the planning, briefing and approval processes that let a small team deliver at pace without compromising standards.
• Stay hands-on: Pitch in and support design at busy times with the right skills and tools.

Requirements

• Creative Director/Head of Creative experience leading creative teams and external partners, including remotely, delivering on time and on budget across the campaign lifecycle from concept to delivery.
• A strong creative portfolio across multiple mediums and channels, including AV, Stills, Digital and ATL.
• Agency or similar in-house studio experience is essential.
• Passion for music, contemporary culture and technology.
• Deep understanding of how brand contributes to business growth, helping Cambridge Audio reach new audiences, drive product relevance, and open up new opportunities.
• Experience in hiring, nurturing and developing creative talent.
• Experienced in the use of and experimentation with AI as a copilot, or at least genuinely receptive and excited to experiment with AI design tools and integrate them into your workflow.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the confidence to represent the brand.
• Strong planning and project management skills in a small, scaling business.

Desirable

• Experience in technology and/or lifestyle businesses, Agency or publishing background
• Experience repositioning or evolving a brand with heritage
• Adobe Creative Suite proficiency and/or Web UX/UI experience.
• Understanding of how brand and creative drive business growth, product relevance and new audiences

Personal Profile

• Charismatic, personable and easy to work with.
• Driven, with the conviction to guide change and the drive to keep the brand relevant and ahead of the curve.

Working Pattern & Duration

Full-time, permanent.

Location

This role is based at our London Bridge HQ on a hybrid basis. We're looking for someone based in or near London who can be in the office regularly.

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing

• Subsidised private healthcare (50:50 contribution)
• Annual wellness benefit pot covering 50% of life-enriching activities
• Annual life-enhancement training allowance
• 24/7 GP and Mental Health assistance

Time & Flexibility

• Charity volunteer days - 3 per year to support a cause of your choice
• 4pm finish on the last Friday of every month

Social & Culture

• Regular socials organised by our "Director of Fun"
• Annual team trips to surprise destinations
• 50% off gigs and festivals with our "Passion for Music" benefit
  

Recognition & Rewards

• Profit share scheme
• Colleague suggestion scheme to shape the way we work

Equal Opportunities Statement

Cambridge Audio is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, let us know.

How To Apply

Complete the form to submit your details with CV and cover letter. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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