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Apple Corps Ltd
Location:Apple Corps Head Office, Ovington Square, London
Working pattern:4 to 5 days per week expected in the office
Apple Corps Ltd. was founded in 1968 to oversee The Beatles’ creative and business interests. It initially served as the new outlet for The Beatles’ own recordings as well as the music of a wide-ranging roster of artists, all brought to the label personally by the band (individually and/or collectively). Apple Corps’ mission celebrates artistry in an inclusive, creative environment. Since itsinception, the company has encompassed music, publishing, merchandise, electronic and film enterprises.
For almost six decades, Apple Corps Ltd. has helped to bring The Beatles music to billions of fans in pioneering, creative manners, decade after decade.
Apple Corps and Universal Music Group UK are coming together to build a dedicatedcreativeteam focused on shaping the next chapter of Beatles product, ecommerce,retailand customer experience.
This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of music, culture, creativity,commerceand fan experience. The Beatlesremainone of the most important and influential creative forces in the world, with a legacy that continues to inspire fans across generations.
This team will create exceptional products,experiencesand customer journeys for Beatles fans globally. From product design and packaging to retail, ecommerce, trading and fan engagement, every touchpoint must reflect the creativity, quality and cultural significance associated with The Beatles.
These roles are employed by Apple Corps Ltd. The Universal Music Group UK Talent Acquisition team will manage the recruitment process in collaboration with Apple Corpsand the wider UMG team. When you apply, you will be redirected to the Universal Music Group careers portal, where you willbe requiredtosubmityour application through Workday.
The Senior Creative Product Lead willbe responsible forshaping and driving the creative vision, productdirectionand overall aesthetic development of Beatles product ranges.
This role will ensure that all creative output aligns with the Apple Corps brand identity, commercial strategy, customerexpectationsand the enduring legacy of The Beatles.
This is a senior creative leadership role, combining product strategy, design leadership, brandguardianshipand commercial awareness. The role will lead the development of compelling, high-quality product ranges that honour The Beatles’ legacy while finding new and innovative ways to connect with fans around the world.
Creative vision and direction
Product strategy development
Range planning and assortment strategy
Concept creation and innovation
Cross-functional collaboration
Work closely with merchandising, production, marketing, retail, ecommerce,licensingand commercial teams.
Product development oversight
Trend and cultural insight
Licensing and intellectual property integration
Commercial performance review
Launch and campaign coordination
Quality and design standards
Supplier and manufacturing collaboration
Key skills and experience
Creative and product craft
Commercial and data-led decision making
Leadership and collaboration
Strong stakeholder management across merchandising, marketing, retail, ecommerce,licensingand production.
Systems,toolsand ways of working
Significant experiencein product, brand or design within consumer, retail, lifestyle, fashion,entertainmentor licensed product environments.
Cross-functional leadership experience across merchandising, ecommerce, retail,marketingand production.
Degree or equivalent experience in product design, industrial design, graphic design, fashiondesignor a related discipline.
Just So You Know…
The company presents this job description as a guide to the major areas and duties for which the jobholder is accountable. However, the business operates in an environment that demands change and the jobholder's specific responsibilities and activities will vary and develop. Therefore, the job description should be seen as indicative and not as a permanent, definitive, and exhaustive statement.
Job Category:
Creative, Design & Production
