- Location
- Greater London-London, UK
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Marketing
- Seniority
- VP
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
What you'll bring to the team
About the Role
As SVP Global Creative, you will define and lead the creative vision for Merlin Entertainments, shaping the future of some of the world's most loved entertainment brands. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will drive product innovation, attraction development, and immersive guest experiences across our global estate, ensuring Merlin remains at the forefront of themed entertainment and location-based experiences worldwide.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Setting the global creative vision and long-term product strategy across Merlin's attractions and brands.
- Leading the development of world-class attractions, experiences, events and new concepts that delight guests and drive commercial performance.
- Overseeing the end-to-end creative lifecycle, from concept creation and feasibility through to delivery.
- Building and leading a high-performing global creative organisation across multiple regions.
- Developing strategic partnerships with leading intellectual property and entertainment brands.
- Collaborating with Operations, Commercial and Project Delivery teams to maximise the impact of Merlin's investment programme.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking an inspirational creative leader with a proven track record of developing compelling entertainment experiences at scale. You'll combine visionary thinking with strong commercial acumen and be comfortable influencing at Executive and Board level.
You'll bring:
- Significant experience leading creative development within themed entertainment, attractions, hospitality, leisure, media, consumer experiences or related sectors.
- Experience working with major brands and intellectual property partners.
- A track record of delivering innovation, driving new concepts and creating commercially successful guest experiences.
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills and experience leading global, multi-disciplinary teams.
- A passion for understanding consumer trends and translating them into memorable experiences.