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Lead, Creative Operations

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Marketing
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Amsterdam

AI generated summary

  • You must have a degree in marketing and 8+ years of experience, strong creative production knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will oversee productions, manage budgets, ensure compliance, coordinate with teams and suppliers, track timelines, and streamline processes for efficiency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field, with a minimum of 8 years of experience. Or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Experience working within Europe for a global brand with a strong, premium, and distinct culture is required.
  • Know-how of creative production workflows. Experience with large-scale campaign productions and complete ecosystem oversight.
  • Strong knowledge of various media (besides film also digital experience) and understanding of photo and video equipment, techniques.
  • Ability to quickly orient within a matrixed marketing organization and hit the ground running.
  • Outstanding organizational, project management, problem solving (critical thinking) and time-management skills.
  • Collaborative, diplomatic, helpful in attitude, and resilient in the face of ever-changing demands.
  • Resourceful, self-motivated, responsive and efficient - ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst meeting quality/brand standards & deadlines; flexible but assertive.
  • Expert communication skills, both written and verbal, to keep a team of cross-functional individuals informed and on track through all phases of production process. Fluency of English is a must.
  • Passionate self-starter with a proven ability to work independently, multitask, and meet deadlines.
  • Experience succeeding in a fast-paced growth environment involving time-sensitive, complex projects.
  • Build, manage and maintain healthy internal & external partner relationships (no dependencies with any supplier).
  • Knowledge on content management (DAM) & user rights management
  • Software proficiency with Microsoft Office, Keynote/PowerPoint and Adobe Suite
  • This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Amsterdam office.
  • Hybrid work (baseline of minimum 2 days a week in-office)
  • 20-30% of the year travel.
  • No relocation provided.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all running and upcoming productions.
  • Orchestrate the production process and partner with project leads to guide them through this process.
  • Work with the internal brand team & external partners to secure realistic production timelines and align on production approach. Clarify project scope & feasibility check.
  • Confirm the creative approach and requested deliverables are executable within the assigned budget.
  • Support project leads to select production partners/suppliers (in-house, external, agency choice).
  • Manage production budgets for each project, ensure to stay within budget (active tracking & scoping).
  • Secure proper agreements with all suppliers, including user rights management (i.e. talent, music, etc).
  • Guard compliance to Production Guidelines and handle communication with suppliers on these matters.
  • Involve and manage collaboration with production consultants (i.e. discuss advice, reporting, learnings, etc.).
  • Point of contact for preferred production suppliers.
  • Key point of contact and brand ambassador on shoots.
  • Oversee creative delivery dates - and communicate important shifts in schedules or delivery dates.
  • Identify and escalate risks to timelines all while keeping a calm disposition in the face of unforeseen issues.
  • Identify legal matters/ risk mitigation during production process and be point of contact with legal department.
  • Find synergies within regional productions, reducing duplicative content and drive cost efficiencies (integrated and smart productions).
  • Manage annual production planning.
  • Process, organize, and audit creative directives and toolkits submissions.
  • Help identify storage tools to smoothen production process.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Lead, Creative Operations role?

The primary purpose of the Lead, Creative Operations role is to work with the EMEA regional marketing team and external partners to plan and execute photo and video shoots, ensuring that each project is delivered on-brand, on time, and within budget.

What are the main responsibilities of this position?

The main responsibilities include overseeing productions, orchestrating the production process, managing budgets, securing agreements with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with production guidelines.

How many years of experience are required for this role?

A minimum of 8 years of experience is required, along with a bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

What skills are essential for the Lead, Creative Operations position?

Essential skills include project management, strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, organizational skills, and experience with creative production workflows.

What is the workplace location for this position?

This position is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and the individual must reside within commuting distance from the Amsterdam office.

Is relocation provided for this role?

No relocation is provided for this role.

How often will this role require in-office attendance?

The role requires a minimum of two days a week in-office as part of a hybrid work model.

What are the travel requirements for this position?

Travel is expected to be 20-30% of the year.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Benefits include paid volunteer days, merchandise discounts, health and fitness benefits, a 38-hour working week, 28 days of holiday, and access to teammate resource groups.

How does Under Armour approach diversity and inclusion?

Under Armour is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and equal employment opportunities, actively seeking to recruit and develop a diverse candidate pool.

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Mission & Purpose

Under Armour is obsessed with being better, stronger, and more focused than anyone else out there. Our mission: to make athletes better. Our vision: to inspire you with performance solutions you never knew you needed and can’t imagine living without. Our values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connect everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we’re here, and fueling everything we do. Love athletes We believe in waking up every morning to make athletes legendary. From the best of the best to the ones just getting started, we put the athlete at the center of everything we do. We create fearlessly with the courage and conviction to defy convention. We innovate by taking bold and smart risks. We show up big where athletes train, compete, and recover. Celebrate the wins We believe our victories, big and small, bring us together as a team. We celebrate our accomplishments, giving credit where it's due. We take time to have fun. We channel past successes to inspire our next win. Stand for equality We believe sport is the great unifier. We don't sit on the sidelines; we speak up for fairness and equity. We treat each other with respect. We apply different perspectives in our work. We come together as a force for good to serve the communities we represent. Act sustainably We believe our work is not just what we do but how we do it. We work ethically and efficiently to perfect performance while reusing the Earth's resources. We seek new information to develop lasting solutions. We protect our planet for all who now play, and all who will play, on our home field. Fight on together We believe strength is built through tackling adversity. We act with an enterprise mindset in the best interest of the Brand. We help each other overcome obstacles. We act with integrity, have honest conversations and grow over mistakes. We approach challenges with positive intent and never quit.

Culture & Values

  • Stand for Equality

    We believe sport is the great unifier. We don't sit on the sidelines; we speak up for fairness and equity. We treat each other with respect. We apply different perspectives in our work. We come together as a force for good to serve the communities we represent.

  • Act Sustainably

    We believe our work is not just what we do but how we do it. We work ethically and efficiently to perfect performance while reusing the Earth's resources. We seek new information to develop lasting solutions. We protect our planet for all who now play, and all who will play, on our home field.

  • Fight on together

    We believe strength is built through tackling adversity. We act with an enterprise mindset in the best interest of the Brand. We help each other overcome obstacles. We act with integrity, have honest conversations and grow over mistakes. We approach challenges with positive intent and never quit.

  • Celebrate the wins

    We believe our victories, big and small, bring us together as a team. We celebrate our accomplishments, giving credit where it's due. We take time to have fun. We channel past successes to inspire our next win.

  • Love athletes

    We believe in waking up every morning to make athletes legendary. From the best of the best to the ones just getting started, we put the athlete at the center of everything we do. We create fearlessly with the courage and conviction to defy convention. We innovate by taking bold and smart risks. We show up big where athletes train, compete, and recover.