Creative Lead

 Position Summary

• The Creative Lead is responsible for leading Woodnork Green’s creative function from brief interpretation and concept development through design, print execution, production verification and final output quality.
• The role requires a hands-on creative professional who can lead Graphic designers, 3D Designers and Print Operators and ensure concepts are innovative, technically feasible and accurately executed.

Key responsibilities (summary):

• Lead and coordinate the Graphic Design, 3D Design and Print Operator teams, including allocation of briefs and delivery timelines.
• Interpret client briefs and provide clear creative direction for branding, activation, events, signage, displays, fabrication and experiential projects.
• Review and approve designs, 3D renders and artwork before client presentation or production.
• Oversee print execution and verify artwork, dimensions, resolution, color, substrates/materials, finishing and quantities before and after printing.
• Apply working knowledge of large-format printing machines, print processes, substrates, color management and finishing techniques to guide execution and resolve output challenges.
• Work closely with machine operators, Projects, Printing and Production teams to ensure designs are production-ready and successfully executed.
• Conduct creative and print quality verification before dispatch, installation or client handover, reducing reprints, wastage and production errors.
• Manage multiple briefs and projects, proactively identifying design or production risks and ensuring agreed timelines are met
• Mentor designers and build creativity, accountability, quality consciousness and teamwork within the department. Education / Training
• Degree or Diploma in Graphic Design, Creative Design, Multimedia Design or a related field.
• Relevant professional training in design, 3D visualization or print production is an added advantage.

Experience/ Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in a creative/design environment, preferably within branding, printing, signage, advertising, experiential marketing, events or fabrication.
• Demonstrable experience leading or supervising a creative/design team.
• Strong practical experience in print production, artwork preparation, print execution and output verification
• Working knowledge of large-format printing machines and processes.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative capability and successfully executed projects.
• Adaptability and flexibility – able to adjust to changing priorities, briefs, timelines, and work demands. Software & Tools
• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• 3D software (SketchUp, 3ds Max, Blender, or similar)
• CAD knowledge (AutoCAD or similar) is an added advantage