Burberry Art Direction Lead, Beauty
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Lead
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Posted
- Aug 5, 2026
About Burberry
Burberry Limited, a quintessentially British luxury fashion house, is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. As part of the global luxury conglomerate, Burberry offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront. The company is dedicated to fostering a culture that encourages diversity and sustainability, making it a leader in the luxury industry.
Burberry seeks an Art Direction Lead, Beauty in London. Lead creative vision for luxury beauty campaigns, direct productions and mentor creative teams.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead the development and evolution of Burberry Beauty's creative identity and visual storytelling standards across all touchpoints
- Define and champion creative standards and brand expression ensuring distinctive, culturally relevant work true to luxury positioning
- Develop and oversee creative concepts from initial brief through final delivery across product launches, editorial content and brand campaigns
- Lead still-life and moving-image productions, directing photographers, filmmakers, stylists, talent and production partners
- Oversee retouching, editing, grading and motion design to ensure exceptional quality throughout the creative process
- Present and influence senior stakeholders, building alignment around creative vision and strategic direction
- Mentor and develop a team of Art Directors and Junior Art Directors, fostering creativity and high performance
- Build strong partnerships with Beauty Marketing, Media, Licensing, Commercial and Project Management teams
- Support effective localisation and implementation of creative assets across global and regional markets
- Explore new creative formats, technologies and production innovations to enhance storytelling and audience engagement
Qualifications
- Significant experience leading creative campaigns within luxury beauty, fashion or premium lifestyle brands
- Proven success operating at Senior Art Director or equivalent leadership level
- Outstanding portfolio showcasing strategic thinking, creative leadership and exceptional craft
- Strong track record directing high-profile photography and moving-image productions
- Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills, including influencing senior leaders
- Experience leading, mentoring and developing creative talent
- A passion for innovation, cultural relevance and creative excellence
Skills
Experience
Significant experience leading creative campaigns within luxury beauty, fashion or premium lifestyle brands at Senior Art Director or equivalent leadership level. Strong track record directing high-profile photography and moving-image productions with demonstrable expertise in shaping brand narratives and visual identities. Proven ability to balance creative ambition with commercial objectives and operate effectively across global markets.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Culture
Burberry fosters a creative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and sustainability. The company is committed to being a force for good, driving industry change and championing community engagement.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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