Design Lead

• Bring deep expertise, leadership, and a relentless drive for craft excellence to help guide projects. • Elevate the standards, skills, and success of the team around you. • Act as a bridge between high-level strategy and pixel-perfect execution. • Ensure every piece of work shipped is beautiful, effective, innovative, and distinctly Phantom.

• Have experience leading creative teams and projects with the ability to direct and empower the contributions of others to achieve collective impact. • Have a deep understanding of how creative craft integrates with business strategy. • Be able to independently present and advocate for creative approaches to internal leadership and senior clients. • Have a portfolio that demonstrates not just high-quality execution but the ability to define and drive the creative vision for major projects. • Command a respected presence and effectively communicate vision, goals, and feedback, building team cohesion and driving collective progress. • Have a history of initiating and driving the development of new processes or creative methods that have boosted capabilities and output. • Thrive in a collaborative environment, capable of building consensus and gaining support for strategic initiatives across teams. • Have deep technical expertise in a primary discipline such as Web/UI, Motion, or 3D with a solid understanding of how it integrates with other creative fields.

• Have experience mentoring junior to mid-level creatives. • Have a background in both agency and in-house environments. • Have a passion for sharing knowledge through workshops or internal talks.

• Set and maintain high standards for quality and technical execution by leading by example and providing expert insight and actionable guidance. • Apply problem-solving skills to tackle cross-functional challenges and develop strategic recommendations that align creative vision with project objectives. • Demonstrate initiative by spotting opportunities for transformative change, whether championing a new design tool, refining a process, or identifying a new approach. • Cultivate a strong, motivating presence by mentoring and guiding team members, facilitating best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous elevation. • Take ownership of the successful delivery of significant creative initiatives and ensure contributions align with project objectives and agency standards. • Measure and improve the effectiveness of work produced under your direction.

• Participate in a pension scheme with Aviva with contributions matched up to 7%. • Access comprehensive private medical, dental, optical, hearing, and mental health insurance with Vitality. • Receive a dedicated annual training budget for personal development and upskilling. • Work from a studio in the heart of Soho with flexible work areas and a killer event space. • Enjoy flexible working hours and the opportunity for work from home days. • Receive above national standard annual leave allowance. • Earn a bonus annual leave day each year after 2 years until reaching 30 days. • Take your birthday day off within your birthday month. • Access enhanced parental leave policies. • Enjoy free snacks, treats, drinks, breakfast foods, and coffee. • Use high-end equipment including Apple hardware, standing desks, Vitra office chairs, and high-end screens. • Be eligible for an end-of-year bonus based on personal and company performance. • Join the cycle to work scheme. • Access special discounts including gym membership, Apple Watch, and Amazon Prime. • Bring your approved, chill canine companion to the office.

Phantom is a technology-focused and creatively driven company dedicated to elevating brands in the digital realm. Started by four co-founders in 2013, Phantom has grown into a company 100+ strong with locations spanning two hemispheres including London and Auckland. The company works on everything from large-scale campaigns to creating immersive digital experiences and developing long-lasting products.