Your tasks
* You’ll collaborate with our Creative Directors to develop concepts and design campaigns with a focus on digital channels.
* You’ll manage campaigns, from ideation through pre-production, shooting and post-production, to final delivery, ensuring the quality of the output aligns with standards set by The Marmalade and its clients.
* As an Art Director on set, you’ll be responsible for the creative execution of the idea, and the clear communication with all parties involved (e.g., shooting crew, producers, post-production teams).
* You’ll work closely with grading, compositing, and 3D artists, acting as their creative sparring partner.
* You’ll actively contribute to the creative process and help the New Business Team attract potential clients.
* In day-to-day tasks, you’ll support with mood research, mood edits, presentations, and layouts.
You should bring
* A degree in communication, graphic, media, or animation design, or a comparable qualification,
* Several years of experience in an ad agency environment.
* An ability to work independently and to be prolific in generating ideas of a high standard.
* A solid understanding of current trends in design, animation, film, and digital marketing.
* A passion for developing your creative skills further and an eagerness to learn new techniques—especially those that bridge the analog and digital worlds.
* Proficiency in standard creative software, particularly Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
* Excellent German and English skills, both spoken and written.
Why us?
The Marmalade is a one-of-a-kind hybrid creative and production studio in Hamburg. Here, you’re not just part of a production line - your voice and your ideas are valued. Here, you’ll be part of a unique hybrid work model consisting of a diverse team of creatives, strategists, artists, producers, and crafts people, working together to produce outstanding brand experiences—from the initial idea, through film production, to high-end VFX and professional sound design – all under one roof. You’ll also be offered a company pension plan with attractive compensation.
About us
The Marmalade is the visual advertising studio in Hamburg. A team of over 60 creatives and tech enthusiasts develop high-end visuals for brands worldwide. At The Marmalade, everything is united under one roof: from the creation of visual brand campaigns, to live action and tabletop shoots in our three film studios and the realisation of high-end vfx, all the way to our own music compositions and professional voice-overs. You're not just part of the creation and realisation of an idea - your voice and your input are encouraged, valued and heard right from the start!