Job Description

We’re the UK’s leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic media brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar and Country Living. We’ve created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We’ll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history.

The Role…

As the Director of HearstMade, you will lead our in-house creative studio, shaping and delivering standout commercial and marketing content across all platforms. Working closely with the MD, Content, Chief Commercial Officer, brand editors and senior stakeholders, you’ll turn ambitious ideas into world-class campaigns that serve our clients, audiences and iconic brands. You’ll oversee a multidisciplinary team spanning editorial, video, design, creative strategy and project management - setting the vision, raising standards and driving commercial success.

Main Duties…

• Set and lead the creative vision for HearstMade, ensuring all commercial and marketing output is strategically strong, editorially credible and aligned with brand values.
• Oversee the development and delivery of multi-platform campaigns, from pitch to execution, ensuring work is delivered on time, on budget and to the highest creative standard.
• Provide senior creative direction across branded content, video, design and e-commerce, ensuring ideas translate effectively across platforms and channels.
• Partner with commercial, brand and operational teams to convert client briefs into compelling, revenue-driving creative strategies.
• Lead, inspire and develop a multidisciplinary studio team, creating a culture of creativity, collaboration and accountability.
  Drive continuous improvement in processes, workflows and creative output, ensuring the timeliness, quality and profitability of content campaigns.
• Act as a senior ambassador for HearstMade internally and externally, championing the team’s value and impact.

What We Are Looking For…

• Significant senior leadership experience within a creative studio, media owner, publisher or creative agency environment.
• Proven experience leading and delivering high-value, multi-channel commercial campaigns from concept through to execution.
• Strong creative judgement, with demonstrable expertise across editorial or branded content, video, design and creative strategy.
• Experience managing and developing large, multidisciplinary teams, with a clear track record of raising standards and nurturing talent.
• Commercially astute, with experience managing budgets, driving profitability and contributing to revenue growth.
• Confident stakeholder manager, able to influence at senior level and navigate competing priorities with clarity and diplomacy.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Benefits…

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extras—they are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink.
• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support.
• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in – one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we’re working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.