Job Title: Beauty Creative Director (Freelance, 6 Months)

Department: Brand Creative

Location: Manchester (Hybrid/Flexible)

IR35: Inside

Day Rate: £300 – £400

Please contact: ellis.newham@forsythbarnes.com

About the Role

We are looking for a visionary Beauty Creative Director to join our brand creative team on a 6-month freelance contract. This senior role requires an experienced creative leader from the beauty industry to elevate the brand’s visual identity and drive standout, social-first campaigns for a leading beauty platform.

As Creative Director, you’ll shape the brand’s creative vision, leading the ideation and execution of multi-channel campaigns that are visually compelling, culturally relevant, and aligned with market trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creative direction and execution of integrated beauty campaigns across all channels.
• Develop standout visual concepts that reflect the brand’s identity and speak to a modern beauty audience.
• Oversee the creation of social-first creative assets with a focus on engagement and storytelling.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Brand, Marketing, Content, and Social teams to ensure cohesive campaign delivery.
• Mentor and guide in-house creative teams, providing strategic and constructive leadership throughout the creative process.

If Interested please send across an up to date CV to ellis.newham@forsythbarnes.com