Creative Lead (gn)

Intermate x SAMY – Shaping the State of Social

Intermate is one of the largest social media and influencer agencies in the DACH region. With over 250 Mates in Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, and remote, we develop social-first strategies, produce content in our own studios, work closely with creators, and manage campaigns data-drivenly via our own technology. Our clients are some of the most well-known brands in the world – from lifestyle to FMCG to tech.

As part of SAMY, a global agency network for social media and creator marketing, we are connected with over 970 experts in 20 locations. This opens up international perspectives, projects in around 55 markets, and the opportunity for you to develop far beyond national borders.

Note: Our application process is partially supported by an AI-powered assistant that conducts the initial interview. You will receive more information during your application process.

Your Role

As a Creative Lead, you are the primary point of contact for one of our Hero Accounts. Together with your team, you ensure that the creative output is always at the highest level and in line with the strategic direction. Your ideas convince clients and leave a lasting impression at renowned creative competitions, and you also have what it takes to recognize and further develop creative excellence within your team.

What You Do

• Plan the team for projects, manage the implementation, and act as the first creative quality instance – from the campaign idea to the final deck, including tight deadlines.
• Develop concepts and ideas for our Hero Account, translate trends into relevant campaign approaches, and continuously develop the client creatively.
• Act as a sparring partner and driver for the team, manage productions, and present to the client together with the team.
• Work closely with consulting, social media, production, and the visual department, and report to the Creative Director.

Requirements

What You Need

• Several years (6+) of professional experience in the conception and implementation of creative campaigns with initial experience in team leadership – ideally, you have initial experience in team leadership as a Senior Creative in creative agencies – ideally from larger agencies with demanding budgets.
• A portfolio showcasing campaigns that go beyond always-on.
• You are eager to deeply understand, shape, and creatively develop a single client – and you know how to develop good ideas within the team and bring them to implementation readiness.
• You manage projects and productions confidently, maintain an overview even with tight deadlines, and communicate ideas convincingly both internally and externally.
• You bring comprehensive experience as a Senior Creative or in comparable positions with a focus on creation in agencies.
• You work directly with clients, thus contributing to the development and implementation of creative concepts and strategies.
• You bring demonstrable operational experience in the agency environment, including planning and executing complex projects.
• You have strong leadership skills, ideally with initial experience in leading creative teams and projects.

What We Offer

• Onboarding & Support

With structured onboarding, a personal mate, and access to learning materials, you'll be one of us from day one.

• First-Class Equipment

With MacBook, iPhone, and current Apple tech, you work flexibly and efficiently. This applies to our old building offices as well as at home or on the go.

• Growth & Development

Your annual training budget gives you the freedom to invest in workshops, seminars, certified courses, or coaching. This way, you develop in exactly the direction that suits your goals.

• Flexible Working

Up to six weeks a year, you can work remotely within the EU. Our flexible working time models make it easy to balance work and life. In case of a move or in special life situations such as bereavement, you receive additional days off.

• More Free Time

On your birthday, it's time to switch off your laptop and enjoy. Additionally, December 24th and December 31st are days off. We celebrate anniversaries and birthdays with small surprises.

• Health & Wellbeing

With the Urban Sports Club membership, you decide whether yoga, Pilates, swimming, or strength training suits your glow-up. nilo.health ensures mental strength and offers sessions with psychologists or coaches. Up to five family members can also participate via your access.

• Exclusive Deals & Extras

Benefit from attractive discounts with partners like plantclub, FutureBens, and many more. Additionally, you can choose one of these three benefits: Givve Card – €50 credit per month, freely usable for everything you love. Mobiko – €65 monthly mobility budget, usable for the Deutschlandticket, fuel costs, and everything needed to get from A to B. Company pension scheme – €50 monthly contribution to your company pension scheme.

Our offices are also dog-friendly. Snacks, fruit, and drinks are available to all Mates free of charge at all times.