We have an exciting opportunity for a Creative Lead to join our Creative team here at Harrods.
This role will play a key part in shaping and championing the creative vision of the Harrods Lifestyle division, delivering inspiring and innovative content that reflects the Harrods brand across multiple platforms.
About the Role
The Creative Lead will work in close partnership with Editors, Art Directors, and cross-functional teams to foster a dynamic studio culture that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and innovation. They will be responsible for delivering best-in-class visual storytelling across all channels, including Harrods Magazine, Harrods.com, and social media platforms.
Job Responsibilities
- Create visual content for both editorial and brand partnership projects, from initial concept and pitch through to final delivery, including magazine advertorials, social media content, and branded content for Harrods.com.
- Develop shot lists and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure all creative and commercial requirements are captured.
- Make image selections and oversee retouching and post-production to ensure the highest creative standards are met.
- Work closely with the wider Lifestyle team to align visual direction with editorial and commercial objectives.
- Capture behind-the-scenes (BTS) content during shoots and support the broadcasting of content in-store where required.
About You
The ideal candidate will be a proactive self-starter with a strong creative point of view, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for bringing ideas to life. Comfortable leading projects independently as well as partnering with others, they will embody the energy, ambition, and creative spirit that define the Creative Studio.
You will also have:
- Experience styling for lifestyle shoots, including homewares, furniture, and food.
- Experience selecting products for editorial content and features.
- An exceptional eye for detail and a commitment to delivering excellence in everything you do.
- A strong understanding of luxury brands across furniture, lifestyle, and the wider retail landscape.
- The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while working effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines.
About Us
Harrods is one of the world's leading luxury department stores and a destination for top designers and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our shared mission is to make every visit to our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world's most inspiring shopping experiences.
Our Promise to You
Help us make the impossible possible for our customers, and we'll do something remarkable for you. Alongside a welcoming environment that inspires your best work, we offer outstanding opportunities and support to help you build an exceptional career across the many specialisms within our business.
Uniquely You
While our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and experience for a role, we believe in potential and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate most of the skills and experience needed to succeed in this position, we would encourage you to apply.
At Harrods, we believe the personality and authenticity of our people set us apart. We celebrate and welcome applications from all cultures, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we are proud to foster an inclusive environment where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.
To learn more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.
Additional Information:
Time Type:
PermanentDepartment:
Creative Operations (Ben Turner)Skills Required
- Experience styling lifestyle shoots, including homewares, furniture, and food
- Experience selecting products for editorial content and features
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to creative excellence
- Strong understanding of luxury brands across furniture, lifestyle, and retail
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Strong creative point of view and collaborative mindset
What We Do
As many lives, generations, cultures and stories pass through our doors, our mission remains unchanged: to serve the needs and aspirations of our customers, to create new stories and bring moments of delight. Whomever they are and wherever they come from, our customers can always expect to be treated with grace, courtesy, and care. #TogetherHarrods Open since 1834 by Charles Henry Harrod and now owned by Qatar Holding Authority, we are truly unique - a house of maisons, a modern atelier, a workshop of wonders, a convener, patron and celebrator of the world’s finest. Known around the world as one of the great luxury emporiums, we offer a transformative experience to customers who know that true value of exceptional goods and services lies beyond price. We are committed to excellence and artistry, inspired to reinvent and surprise, ensuring our position as a leader in the category. Our people are our strength - their unique personalities and their desire to exceed expectations are what enables us to make the impossible possible for our customers. Our customers are at the heart of our success. They’re the reason we exist, and we never forget it. And we’re always looking for new exceptional people who want to connect to them, to delight them and to become part of our story
