At Rugvista we are dedicated and passionate about helping people to a home they love. We are an entrepreneurial organization committed to constantly improving ourselves and our business.

We are now looking for a 1 year maternity cover for our Head of own media while she is ensuring the future of humankind in general and her growing family in specific. So if you are passionate about visual design, digital marketing and an expert when it comes to leading creative teams? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The role as manager for our small but mighty in-house Creative Team offers an opportunity to make an impact within an inspiring, ambitious, and international environment that promotes results, personal development, and a collaborative approach.

About the role - Creative Team Manager 

Operating in a category heavily driven by visual storytelling, this role plays a central part in shaping how customers perceive and engage with the brand throughout the entire customer journey, from inspiration to purchase and beyond. As Creative Team Manager at Rugvista, your objective is to deliver high-quality ads and on-site assets that drive sales, while building a strong and desirable brand that customers trust. You will lead the visual expression of Rugvista across all channels and touch points, ensuring alignment with our brand identity and strategic objectives. You will lead a team of creatives who produce all visual content for our campaigns, paid ads, organic content and on-site communication.

You will be a part of our Marketing team, a full-service in-house agency, working with SEM, SEO, CRM, Social Media, branding, content production and campaign management. You will work closely with stakeholders across the company, especially our own media and performance teams as well as the purchase department and tech.

The role of Creative Team Manager is responsible for the Creative Team, and reports to CMO.

How you make an impact

• In collaboration with internal stakeholders, plan and schedule the production of Rugvista’s marketing communication.

• Plan and prioritize the work of the Creative Team, ensuring an optimal set up of resources and clear and collaborative processes.

• Project lead creative productions and take active part in photo shoots.

• Ensuring that productions and deliveries are in line with brief and brand expression.

• Actively assess and iterate production and creative processes to maintain a positive working environment at optimum efficiency and creativity.

• Responsible for our Brand Management platform and DAM.

• Personal development of team members.

• Production and team budget responsibility.

• Keeping up to date with current developments within the online marketing industry to proactively incorporate relevant trends and innovations.

What you bring

• We are looking for an experienced and ambitious individual with a proven track record of leading creative teams, either at an agency or in-house, preferably within a visually driven, fast moving, B2C-category. 

• You are passionate not only about the creative part, but also the business aspects.

• Experience of managing content production workflows, including photography, video, design, and copywriting.

• Deep understanding and passion of the online creator landscape as well as visual identity systems, brand storytelling, and cross-channel communication.

• Experience of working with channels such as Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok is a must.

• Interest and understanding of technology as a support for creative operations, including creative versioning, translation efficiencies, AI, DAM and content distribution tools.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Copy proficiency in Swedish & English a must.

• Passionate about individual- and team development. Ability to work in a team, as well as high drive when working alone.

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Experience from e-commerce will be highly advantageous.

• Fluent English on a business level.

• 3+ years of experience in a similar position.

• Swedish work permit is a must.

• A strong interest in interior design is highly valued.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a high-paced, inspiring, and collaborative organizational environment, where you will impact the next level capabilities for our marketing communication production.

• A diverse and international organisation committed to creating and maintaining an inspiring workplace where everyone loves to go to work.

• A culture inspired by our values: Focus on impact, Stay true, and Be entrepreneurs.

• A diverse and global environment with international colleagues.

• Flexible working hours and possibility to work from home 1-2 days/week.

• Free coffee, fruits, and snacks. Breakfast on Thursdays.

• Generous wellness allowance and onsite massage.

Start date

End of September, or per agreement

We are reviewing candidates continuously, so please submit your application as soon as possible, but no later than 4:th of August.

About Rugvista
Rugvista is one of Europe’s leading online rug retailers. Since 2005, we have helped customers in more than 50 markets find the right rug for their home – whether they are looking for something bold and modern or timeless and traditional, all through a seamless digital shopping experience.

With 20 years of experience in sourcing, designing, and developing rugs, our assortment combines quality, style, and value. We offer everything from affordable designs to high-end handmade pieces, all carefully curated under our own brand, Rugvista.

We are a team of around 100 people, headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, with a small additional office in Berlin.

As a company, we aim to be the go-to destination for rugs in Europe – a place where people want to shop, work, and grow. We are also committed to making a positive impact in the communities where our rugs are made.

Rugvista Group AB (publ) is listed on Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market under the ticker symbol “RUG”.