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Were delighted to be partnering exclusively with ADLIB Recruitment in our search for a Senior Design Manager. About Bath RugbyOur purpose is to enrich lives through high-performance our teams, our people, our community, our sport. Tarquin Mcdonald - CEOBath Rugby is an iconic entertainment brand with a rich heritage and bold vision. This is an exciting time to join as we evolve our brand and grow our fanbase in new and innovative ways. Youll be joining a brand steeped in over 150 years of history but with it's eyes firmly on the future.About the roleAs a multi disciplined designer, youll be at the heart of Bath Rugbys creative output leading design across graphics, AV, and animation, from concept to execution. Youll create standout assets for matchdays, social media, email campaigns, merchandise, and more, all while bringing our new brand identity, Gladiatorial Spirit, to life across every touchpoint, evolving it over time. Working collaboratively across departments and with brand partners, youll own the end-to-end creative process, ensuring all content is impactful, high-quality, and elevates the clubs presence locally, nationally, and internationally.The TeamYou will be part of the Fan Growth & Content team, but you are the creative hub across the whole marketing team & wider business. You report into the Head of Fan Growth however you will be the most senior creative in the team working alongside a video / content creator and social media manager.Your MissionTo create eye-catching content that sells matches & engages with new audiencesYou will be sitting within the fan growth team as the future growth of the club is dependent on our ability to bring in new fans to sustain the future of the club. Brilliant creative that inspires this mission will be critical to our success. You will be able to create both rugby focused content that engages our core fans to telling deeper stories of the club, players, fans and matchday experiences that appeal to new demographics & audiences.Youll collaborate with brand partners and build a trusted network of creators and freelancers to help amplify our reach and creativity.Build trust with our rugby players & commercial partnersWe are budget light but have an incredible resource in our key assets: our players, our iconic home at The Rec, Farleigh House and some fantastic brand & commercial partners. You will quickly need to build trust by creating great content, bringing fresh ideas to the table and showcasing how great we can make players & partners look while delivering on our strategic goals.Create creative processes & workflows With 15 home matches a season each of which is its own campaign, fan growth, partnership and rugby content there is a high volume of creative output across multiple stakeholders. You will need to lead and end-to-end workflow for creative development as well as understand how to template design work to deliver work at pace. Youll have a trusted network of freelancers to fall back on and be great at prioritising & managing stakeholders when needed.Youll create smart, flexible design templates that help the team deliver high-quality creative quickly and consistently. Youll also advise on and shape approval processes for third party content, including partner campaigns, kit development, and affiliated organisations like Bath Rugby Foundation.What were looking forEssentialProven experience in a multi-disciplined graphic design role (in-house or agency).Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects).Strong portfolio showcasing creative design.Understanding of how creative & messaging works across different advertising touchpointsExperience in creating motion graphics and animations.Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering exceptional creative work.A solid understanding of branding, typography, and layout design principles.Sees how great design can make a real difference to fans, the brand, and the business, bringing others on the journey.Thinks for the business, identifying opportunities for commercial growth.DesiredKnowledge or passion for rugby, sport, or the entertainment industry.Photography and/or videography experience.Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and tools such as Figma or Sketch.Experience working on large-scale campaigns or events.Were looking for someone with creative drive, high standards, and a genuine care for the quality and impact of their work. You take pride in doing great work, supporting others, and driving projects forward with clarity and accountability. You balance ambition with commercial thinking, set clear goals, and always look for ways to improve. Positive and open to new ideas, you thrive in a high-performance culture where collaboration, growth, and continuous learning are key.Suitable Experience ~6-8 years of experience ideally working in a creative agency or in-house studio working across a portfolio of brands 'sectorsBachelors degree in relevant creative fieldPortfolio of creative work showcasing successful work for a range of brandsWhat youll get in returnBeautiful offices at our Farleigh House High Performance CentreComplimentary Bath Rugby TicketsBallot access for RFU International MatchesComplimentary Bath Rugby KitLocal & Partner Discounts Inc. Homewood Spa & LongleatFrequent Nutritious Staff LunchRegular SocialsHigh-Performance Gym UseCycle to Work SchemeHealth Cash Plan24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeLife Assurance x 4Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave25 Days HolidayWhat's nextApply with an up to date CV and portfolio to be considered. Please note all applications will be managed by our partner ADLIB, who are exclusively managing this role.