Creative Lead
Farnborough
8:30 - 5:30
Up to £50,000 DOE
As a Creative Lead you will be required to apply your senior standing in the
creative team to ongoing delivery creative workstreams. Your day-to-day
prioritisation will be to focus on prospective pitches as well as larger more
complex and higher value projects as directed by Head of Creative.
You will maintain a confident and enthusiastic approach to our diverse
industry and must be committed to delivering excellent mentoring for the
creative team alongside exceptional customer service whilst maintaining high
levels of professionalism. The Tecna creative team prides ourselves on
delivering high quality creative and the position demands excellent attention
to detail and a willingness to maintain the highest standards the industry
expects. A more detailed breakdown of your time is included below:
Key Responsibilities
What You'll Do
- Turn concepts into reality: Transform ideas, sketches, and client briefs
into eye-catching 3D designs that tell a story and meet project goals
- Think big, think bold: Understand clients' brands, target audience, and
key messages to ensure every design aligns with their vision
- Mentor and inspire: Provide guidance and constructive feedback to
more junior and mid-weight designers, fostering a culture of creativity
and professional growth
- Collaborate strategically: Work closely with the Head of Creative, sales
team, project managers, and technical designers to ensure a seamless
process from concept to completion
- Enhance creativity: Take an active role in brainstorming sessions and
design reviews, pushing the boundaries of what's possible while
maintaining practical feasibility
- Present with confidence: Lead client presentations, articulating design
concepts and aligning them with brand objectives and project goals
- Drive innovation: Stay at the forefront of industry trends, exploring new
materials, technologies, and design methodologies to keep Tecna UK
ahead of the curve.
What You'll Bring
- Extensive experience: A proven track record of delivering high-quality
designs in the exhibition, events, or related industries
- Exceptional design skills: A portfolio showcasing bold, creative, and
technically sound 3D designs
- Technical expertise: In-depth knowledge of health and safety
requirements, modular systems, and materials
- Leadership qualities: A supportive and constructive approach to
mentorship, with the ability to inspire confidence and creativity in
others
- Commercial awareness: Skilled at balancing ambitious design concepts
with realistic budgets, ensuring client satisfaction and profitability
- Advanced tools proficiency: Mastery of Adobe Suite, V-Ray, SketchUp,
and other relevant tools
- Strong communication: A clear, articulate voice in meetings and
presentations, capable of engaging clients and internal teams alike
- Collaborative mindset: A team player who thrives in a fast-paced,
creative environment where ideas flow freely, and collaboration is key.
Communication
- Establish and maintain good communication and liaison with members
of the creative team and other Tecna employees
- Maintain professional internal and external relationships that meet
company core values
- Encouraging an environment of open and constructive critique within
the department
Working at Tecna
- Leadership opportunities: Take the reins on impactful projects and help
shape the future of Tecna UK's design approach
- Creative freedom: Collaborate with a dynamic, innovative team to
produce work that stands out in the industry
- Personal growth: Develop your skills while mentoring others,
contributing to a vibrant, supportive creative community.
Perks
- 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Regular team events and creative workshops
- Dedicated days of for charity projects and volunteering
