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We're looking for an exceptional Associate Creative Director, Copywriter to join a global creative and marketing team on an initial three-month contract, with scope to extend. The successful candidate will be available to start ASAP.This is a senior creative role for someone who believes in the power of an idea and knows that great ideas live or die through great storytelling and exceptional writing.You'll work closely with Art Directors, designers, strategists, producers and marketing teams to develop creative work across a broad range of channels and customer touchpoints. You'll be expected to bring big ideas, sharp thinking and beautifully crafted copy to everything you do.You'll help shape creative concepts and campaigns from the first thought through to final execution, creating work that captures attention, tells a compelling story and connects with audiences.The role spans a wide variety of content, from big creative campaigns and brand storytelling to web copy, website content, product specifications, in-store communications, product launches, social content and attention-grabbing customer-facing messaging.We're looking for someone who can move effortlessly between the big idea and the smallest detail - someone who can develop a powerful campaign concept in the morning and obsess over a single line of copy in the afternoon.You'll:Concept and creatively direct ambitious, original campaigns and communications.Partner with Art Directors and multidisciplinary creative teams to turn ideas into exceptional work.Write and edit across a wide range of formats, audiences and channels.Develop compelling creative storytelling that makes complex products, ideas and messages simple, engaging and memorable.Create everything from campaign concepts and headlines to website copy, product content, product specifications, retail and in-store communications, social content and launch materials.Present creative concepts and finished work to senior stakeholders and confidently articulate the thinking behind the work.Work across digital, retail, advertising, events, social and emerging communication channels.Collaborate with designers, photographers, filmmakers and production teams to ensure the idea is executed to the highest possible standard.Mentor and inspire other writers, helping raise the quality and ambition of the work.Balance creative ambition with commercial objectives, deadlines and practical production considerations.Champion the craft of writing - ensuring every word has purpose and every piece of content earns the customer's attention.You'll ideally have 10+ years of experience in creative writing, advertising, marketing communications or a similar creative environment, with experience working at a senior creative or creative leadership level.Most importantly, you'll have:A standout portfolio demonstrating exceptional creative storytelling and writing.Experience developing big, bold, original ideas rather than simply delivering briefs.A proven ability to create work that is attention-grabbing, culturally relevant and memorable.A genuine love of the craft of writing - from a powerful campaign line to a beautifully considered product description.Experience working across a wide variety of content, including advertising, web and website copy, product content, product specifications, retail/in-store communications, social, film, video, photography and integrated campaigns.The ability to take complex information and turn it into clear, engaging and compelling communication.Excellent creative judgement and meticulous attention to detail.Confidence working collaboratively with Art Directors, designers and other creative disciplines.Experience presenting creative ideas to senior creative and marketing stakeholders.An understanding of film, photography and creative production.A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced creative environment.A portfolio that demonstrates the thinking behind the work as well as the final execution.Please include examples of your work with your application.We're particularly interested in seeing work that demonstrates strong creative storytelling, big and original campaign thinking, exceptional writing and attention to detail, and range across different types of content and channels.Show us the work you're proudest of. We want to understand how you think, how you write and how you turn an idea into something people want to see, read and remember.Contract & working pattern: Initial 3-month contract with scope to extend. Start ASAP. 3 days per week in the office. No remote working option. No visa sponsorship available.A Bachelor's degree is preferred, although exceptional creative experience and a strong portfolio will be valued. Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A leading international fashion and creative talent agency is looking for a highly organised, proactive and personable Agent Assistant to join its London team, reporting directly to the MD.The agency represents an exciting roster of creative talent across fashion, beauty, entertainment and celebrity, including stylists, hair and makeup artists, influencers, production designers and motion DPs. Working across editorial, advertising, commercial and long-term projects, the agency has established strong relationships with high-profile brands, clients and industry contacts internationally.This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a genuine interest in the fashion and creative industries to gain valuable experience within a fast-paced talent agency, working closely with senior leadership and playing a key role in the day-to-day management of artist bookings.The RoleReporting directly to the Managing Director, you will provide day-to-day support across artist bookings, schedules and administration, acting as an important point of contact for talent and helping to ensure bookings run smoothly from initial enquiry through to completion.Key responsibilities will include:Securing and recording daily artist bookingsManaging and coordinating artist schedulesCommunicating regularly with artists and clientsWorking closely with the Managing Director and wider team to coordinate bookings and projectsOrganising, maintaining and updating electronic databasesPreparing estimates and deal memosCoordinating artist travel and logisticsSupporting accounting processes, including billing and wrapping completed jobsHandling incoming calls and enquiries in a friendly, professional and efficient mannerCarrying out general administrative and operational tasksManaging multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHandling confidential information with discretionStaying one step ahead, anticipating requirements and proactively supporting the teamAbout YouWe are looking for someone who is highly organised, proactive and resourceful, with excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in fashion, beauty, talent and the wider creative industries.You will ideally have:Previous experience within a fashion, beauty, talent, creative, media, entertainment or similarly fast-paced environmentA demonstrated interest in the business of fashion, beauty and celebrityExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detail and outstanding organisational skillsThe ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectivelyConfidence communicating with a diverse range of people by phone, email and in personA friendly, professional and personable approachThe ability to remain calm and composed under pressureA proactive, flexible and resourceful approachThe ability to anticipate what needs to be done and stay one step aheadExcellent discretion when dealing with confidential informationThe confidence and professionalism to work closely with senior leadershipFluent or conversational French would be advantageous, but is not essential Please note: Occasional travel and weekend work may be required depending on business needs. £15-16 per hour + holiday pay | Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm | Immediate start | On-site only Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

An exciting opportunity to join a growing theatre business on a 6-month contract, working as part of a busy Finance team. This is an office-based role supporting multiple Productions and live shows across the UK. Responsibilities: Process and code supplier invoices across multiple productions and venuesCheck invoices against POs, contracts and supporting documentationResolve supplier queries and assist with statement reconciliationsPrepare payment runs and monitor outstanding/aged creditor balancesSupport Production and Company Managers with day-to-day finance queriesEnsure production costs are correctly coded and allocated to the right production and periodTrack production expenditure including venues, travel, accommodation, costumes, scenery and technical costsAssist with bank, credit card and supplier reconciliationsProcess employee and production-related expensesProvide support with payroll processing and payroll reportingMaintain accurate financial records and support ad-hoc analysis/reporting Requirements:2-3 years< experience in a busy finance role (entertainment, theatre or production preferred)!Experience using Sage Intacct is desirableProficiency across Purchase Ledger / AP and supplier reconciliationsStrong working knowledge of ExcelAAT or similar qualification is desirable Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We're looking for a Event/Show Accountant to join the finance team of a well know entertainment business. Working closely with the Finance Director, you'll play a key role in managing venue settlements, bookkeeping and the financial administration of live shows across the UK. This role will be on an initial temporary basis with potential to go permanent.Key responsibilities:Process venue settlements and show reconciliationsManage supplier invoices, payment runs and customer invoicingPerform bank, credit card and supplier reconciliationsLiaise with venues, promoters and internal stakeholdersSupport month-end processes and continuous improvement initiativesAbout you:2+ years' experience in live entertainment, concert promotions or event financeExperience with Xero and good Excel skillsHandle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Handle Recruitment is seeking a Product Marketing Manager to join a global bank in a role that offers a chance to shape impactful marketing strategies for high-net-worth clients, supporting growth and client engagement.*This is a six month FTC to begin ASAP, hybrid working in London, salary up to £65k pro-rata*In this role you will:Develop and implement marketing strategies aligned with business growth in Private Banking and Wealth ManagementLead product launches and strategic campaigns, ensuring they are well-planned and executed on timeTranslate financial products into clear, client-focused messaging across multiple channelsCollaborate with Stakeholders such as Product, Investment, Distribution, Compliance and Digital teams to deliver seamless initiativesAnalyse market and client data to identify opportunities and optimise campaignsTo be successful in this role you will have:Significant experience in product or proposition marketing within financial servicesStrong knowledge of Private Banking, Wealth Management, Investments, Lending and Banking propositionsProven ability to lead product launches and campaigns from planning through deliveryExcellent stakeholder management and influencing skillsStrong analytical skills with experience using data insights to improve marketing outcomesPlease apply now for a further conversation!Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We're excited to be partnering with an established creative agency as they look to appoint a talented Mid-Weight Video Editor to join their growing creative team.This is a hands-on opportunity to create high-quality sports content across a varied portfolio, including social-first content, YouTube, branded campaigns, commercial partnerships, event coverage and longer-form films.You'll work across a range of sports and sporting stories, creating content designed to engage fans and audiences across digital, social and broadcast platforms. From fast-turnaround match and event content to athlete stories, behind-the-scenes films and campaign work, you'll be responsible for turning footage and creative briefs into compelling content.You'll take ownership of projects from brief through to final delivery, working closely with the Creative Director, designers, communications specialists and production partners to develop ideas and deliver work at pace.Edit engaging sports content for social, digital, YouTube and other platformsEdit short-form social content, reels and vertical video alongside longer-form features and filmsCreate fast-turnaround event, match and competition highlights, subject to rightsProduce athlete and talent stories, interviews and behind-the-scenes contentWork with archive and evergreen sports footage to create engaging new contentCreate recaps, promos and branded sports content for campaigns and commercial partnersEdit content for websites, corporate communications and digital screensDevelop strong narratives through structure, pacing, sound design and editorial judgementCreate motion graphics, captions and other finishing elements using existing brand templatesAdapt sports content for different platforms, formats and audiencesManage footage, feedback and delivery across multiple projectsWork with internal teams and external production partners throughout the post-production processUse audience insights and performance data to inform and improve future editsCollaborate with creative and communications teams to develop concepts and bring sports stories to life2-4 years' experience as a video editor, ideally within an agency, production company or similarly fast-paced creative environmentProven experience creating and editing sports contentExperience across social-first content, YouTube, branded content and campaign editingA strong understanding of what makes sports content engaging for fans and audiencesStrong storytelling instincts and the ability to identify compelling narratives within raw footageExcellent understanding of hooks, pacing, structure and soundAdvanced knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and After EffectsExperience creating content for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and LinkedInGood understanding of post-production workflows, media management and delivery specificationsStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlinesA collaborative approach with excellent attention to detailCuriosity about emerging editing technology, AI tools and new creative workflowsA genuine interest in sport, culture, design and social mediaMust be able to travel to and work from the London office twice per weekThis role is not fully remoteVisa sponsorship is not available for this positionIf you're a video editor who understands sport, storytelling and social media, and can turn raw footage into content that gets fans watching, sharing and engaging, we'd love to hear from you.Please apply with your CV and showreel/portfolio. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

A great opportunity has become available at a leading UK based Live Entertainment Company for a purchase ledger accountant. Joining this fun and expanding finance team you will have the chance to work in one of the UK's most exciting music companies based in central LondonResponsible for all of the Purchase Ledger processing in this vibrant and growing business the successful candidate will be involved with:Coding and input of all invoicesPayment processingManaging the relationship with Suppliers regarding payment timingInput of transactions onto sun and excelBank recs. Input of all depositsComplete accurate Bank reconciliationsAd hoc dutiesThis is a fantastic role for a candidate experienced in working with high volumes of invoices within a media / environment / Live Music company.The successful candidate will also have a passion for the live Entertainment Sector and a can-do attitude. Strong excel skills are desirable. If this is you.... Apply now! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.