Job Description
Job Description
***Please apply by emailing jobs@bearjam.co.uk with your cover letter, portfolio and CV***
Role: Content Creative Lead at BearJam
Type: Full time
Salary: £50K
Location: Wandsworth Town, London
Reports to: Creative Director
About BearJam
At BearJam, we are entering a thrilling new chapter, poised to redefine our creative excellence. As an award-winning production company, BearJam prides itself on delivering compelling video and animation content that captivates audiences and sets industry standards. Hungry for more accolades, and growth we are committed to nurturing a culture of creativity and excellence.
The Role
As BearJam's Video Content Lead, you'll be at the forefront of a thrilling creative journey with immense opportunities for personal, creative, and career growth. Partnering closely with James Hilditch, you'll shape BearJam's creative vision and guide a dynamic in-house team while leveraging the skills of freelance crews.
Your leadership will directly influence and mold the creative team, fostering an environment where ideas flourish and growth is encouraged. You'll spearhead the development of innovative, best-in-class video content, from conception to delivery, while shaping impactful BearJam-branded marketing material that resonates deeply with audiences.
Collaborating with the Client Relationship team, you'll cultivate meaningful client relationships that open doors to new business opportunities, establishing BearJam as a creative force to be reckoned with. This role is your chance to leave a legacy and redefine the creative direction of BearJam while advancing your creative expertise and leadership skills.
Objectives of the Role
- Collaborate closely with James Hilditch to enhance our in-house creative capabilities and output, bringing fresh, innovative ideas that align with and expand our creative vision.
- Lead the ideation, development, and creative direction of best-in-class video content from inception to delivery, in collaboration with our creative and production teams, which include three producers, two editors, an animator, and a motion designer, supplemented by trusted skilled freelancers.
- Provide inspirational leadership and management of the creative team, fostering individual growth and development, and enhancing our collective creative expertise.
- Engage in proactive client relationship management and upselling, working alongside the Client Relationship team to secure and expand business opportunities.
- Spearhead the creation of impactful BearJam branded marketing content that resonates with our audience and supports our marketing strategy, leveraging the diverse skills of our dedicated team and freelancers for dynamic content creation.
- Actively respond to, challenge, and enhance client briefs with innovative pitches and proposals across various types of video content.
- Maintain and cultivate outstanding internal and client relationships to continuously advance BearJam's reputation for creative excellence.
- Directly oversee and provide creative direction for all projects assigned to you, ensuring collaboration with James Hilditch and other team members as needed.
- Take charge of directing projects, while also knowing when to collaborate with specialist directors from our roster to ensure top-tier creative results.
- Drive thought leadership and branded content initiatives to elevate BearJam’s industry profile and attract new business through demonstrated expertise and innovative ideas.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Extensive experience in video production and animation, with a proven track record of creative ideation, directing, and delivery.
- Strong familiarity with camera work, on-set direction, and the overall production and post-production processes.
- Exceptional leadership skills with experience in managing and developing creative teams.
- Solid understanding of current video creation technologies, trends, and best practices.
- Ability to effectively delegate and manage creative workflows in collaboration with production timelines and team capabilities.
Desirable Attributes
- A visionary creative thinker with the ability to produce original and impactful video content.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across different teams and disciplines.
- A proactive mindset, capable of anticipating project needs and making strategic decisions to benefit creative outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Passion for mentoring and nurturing talent within the creative team.
Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the future of BearJam as we continue to innovate and inspire in the video production industry. If you are passionate about creating visually stunning and strategically impactful video content and are looking for an environment where creativity is cultivated and excellence is the baseline, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
If you're ready to seize this opportunity and shape the future of BearJam, we'd love to hear from you! Please email your cover letter, portfolio and CV to jobs@bearjam.co.uk. In your cover letter, highlight your most relevant achievements and outline how your creativity and leadership align with our vision. We can't wait to see how your innovative ideas can take BearJam to the next level!