About this role
About the Role Dr. Martens is seeking a Head of Creative & Editorial to lead the brand narrative across campaigns, social and editorial storytelling. You will sit in the Consumer & Brand team and report to the Director Creative & Editorial, shaping visually cohesive and culturally resonant storytelling that strengthens brand equity.
What You'll Do
- Define and lead the overarching brand narrative; ensure editorial, campaign and social storytelling align to a distinctive, culturally relevant point of view.
- Lead high-quality editorial and campaign storytelling, setting direction across content, image and film for on-brand creative across channels.
- Provide strong art and visual direction, including casting and styling, in collaboration with Design, Creative and external partners.
- Drive social and omnichannel storytelling, tailoring content to platforms while preserving consistency and integrity.
- Use cultural insight and performance data to inform creative decisions; develop frameworks and lead teams to deliver high-quality storytelling.
What We're Looking For
- Senior experience leading editorial, campaign and content-led storytelling within global brand environments.
- Strong visual judgement with ability to shape art direction, image-making and storytelling across campaigns and content.
- Deep cultural awareness with a creative point of view and instinct for storytelling across editorial, social and campaign formats.
- Ability to translate brand strategy into compelling narrative and visual direction, influencing senior stakeholders cross-functionally.
- High standards for creative excellence with experience leading teams in fast-paced environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hybrid working
- Welcome free pair of Docs
- Buy as you Earn Share scheme
- 65% off all Docs
- 50% off Accessories
- Pension Scheme through Aviva
- Life Assurance
- 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
- Private healthcare
- 2 paid volunteer days per year