Creative Lead, Marketing

About the Role

ClickHouse is recognized for its speed and efficiency in real-time analytics and data warehousing, making it an attractive solution for companies operating at scale. The company's products are built with engineers in mind, emphasizing performance, clarity, and control - principles that guide its marketing efforts as well. As a Creative Lead, you will be part of a dynamic team that values direct communication and avoids marketing fluff, focusing instead on technical capability and genuine customer needs.

What You Will Do

• Develop creative concepts for marketing campaigns and initiatives, aligning with ClickHouse's brand values and goals.
• Contribute to the evolution of the ClickHouse brand, ensuring consistency and clarity across all marketing channels.
• Provide creative direction for product launches, campaigns, and events, ensuring high-quality execution.
• Collaborate with the marketing teams, including demand generation and field marketing, to align strategies and outputs.
• Work closely with the design team to translate concepts into tangible, engaging marketing materials.
• Help elevate the overall creative standard of marketing work, pushing for innovation and excellence.
• Present and defend creative ideas and strategies to internal stakeholders, demonstrating their potential impact.
• Stay updated on the latest marketing trends and technologies, applying this knowledge to enhance ClickHouse's marketing efforts.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results.
• Conduct market research to better understand customer needs and preferences, informing marketing strategies.

What We Are Looking For

• Strong experience in brand, campaign, or marketing creative roles, preferably in a SaaS company or a similar fast-paced environment.
• A portfolio that showcases creative thinking, campaign development, and execution, demonstrating the ability to work effectively with design teams.
• Ability to develop and articulate clear, compelling creative ideas and strategies.
• Strong visual and conceptual skills, with an understanding of what drives engagement and conversion in marketing campaigns.
• Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including marketing, design, and product teams.
• Comfortable working in a technical, product-led environment, with an interest in learning about the latest developments in real-time analytics and data warehousing.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to effectively pitch ideas and negotiate with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in agency or campaign-driven environments, with a proven track record of delivering successful marketing campaigns.
• Knowledge of the latest marketing tools and technologies, including but not limited to marketing automation platforms and data analytics software.
• Certification in marketing or a related field, showcasing expertise and commitment to professional development.
• Experience working with global brands or in industries that rely heavily on data-driven decision making.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting the company's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent.
• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing, innovative company that is leading in its field.
• Collaborative, dynamic work environment that values creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
• Professional development opportunities, including training, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Flexible, remote work arrangements, allowing for a better work-life balance and the opportunity to work from anywhere.
• Access to the latest marketing tools and technologies, enabling the creation of high-quality, engaging marketing campaigns.
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance, including bonuses and other incentives.

• Ensure your portfolio highlights your ability to develop and execute creative marketing campaigns, especially those that demonstrate an understanding of technical products and services.
• Prepare to discuss your experience collaborating with design teams and how you ensure that your concepts are translated into high-quality, engaging marketing materials.
• Show a genuine interest in the company's mission and products, understanding how your role contributes to its overall strategy and growth.
• Be ready to provide specific examples of successful marketing campaigns you've led or been a part of, focusing on the challenges, strategies, and outcomes.
• Consider reaching out to current or former employees to gain insights into the company culture and what makes a candidate successful in this role.
• During salary negotiations, emphasize your research on market standards for similar positions, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with or exceed these benchmarks.